Hong Kong authorities unexpectedly caved in to demands from citizens and the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China under pressure. Thousands of Hongkongers entered Victoria Park and held a peaceful annual candlelight vigil for those killed in the 1989 military crackdown upon pro-democracy civilians in Beijing. Similar commemorative activities were also staged in more than ten locations, including Tsim Sha Tsui, Sai Ying Pun, Tsuen Wan, and Tuen Mun. On May 27, police issued a notice of objection to the application by the Alliance. On June 3, they took action to control the entrances to Victoria Park, banning citizens from entering for June 4th commemorations. The Alliance including its leader Lee Cheuk-yan had repeatedly expressed that they would never give up the idea of igniting candlelight at the park and that they are ready for likely arrests for them anytime. The focus of Attention: Victoria Park However, …