Hong Kong's police say they were stretched and struggling. Months into a city-wide rebellion calling for democratic reform, activists had changed tack, hitting many targets at once. They couldn't keep up.But they have now reorganised operations and say they are on top of the situation, making it unlikely mainland troops will be seen on the city's streets.
This information came from a nearly three-hour briefing this week, given by senior police officers to international journalists, including the BBC. They gave an unusually frank assessment on their capabilities and the likelihood of an intervention from Beijing. They say it won't happen and this is why.
This information came from a nearly three-hour briefing this week, given by senior police officers to international journalists, including the BBC. They gave an unusually frank assessment on their capabilities and the likelihood of an intervention from Beijing. They say it won't happen and this is why.
