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Hong Kong's largest national security trial to begin with 47 in dock

The trial of 47 of Hong Kong's most prominent pro-democracy figures is the largest prosecution under a national security law that has crushed dissent in the city.

HONG KONG - The trial of 47 of Hong Kong's most prominent pro-democracy figures begins Monday, in the largest prosecution under a national security law that has crushed dissent in the city.

The proceedings are expected to last more than four months, and the defendants face up to life imprisonment if convicted.

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