This just in from the Free Tibet website: Beijing– Four Tibet activists from Britain and the United States were detained in Beijing today after unfurling Tibetan flags and two 140-square-foot banners outside the Olympic stadium. The first read, “One World, One Dream: Free Tibet” in English, and the second read, “Tibet Will Be Free” in English and “Free Tibet” in Chinese. The dramatic action took place hours before the Olympic Torch arrives in Tiananmen Square, and two days before the Olympics opening ceremony takes place at the stadium. The activists were detained by Chinese authorities after displaying their message for nearly an hour; their current whereabouts are unknown.
Wow, those guys were brave. I wouldn't want to tangle with the Chinese military/police. I'm surprised they managed to get up the light pole without being stopped! Beijing is so heavily guarded these days...there are literally police and solidiers on every street corner!
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