The Latest: France presses for Hong Kong talks to end crisis
(WorldNews France)

HONG KONG (AP) - The Latest on Hong Kong pro-democracy protests (all times local): 3 a.m. French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian has called on all sides, especially authorities in Hong Kong, to restart talks to end violence and bring a `peaceful outcome` to the crisis surrounding pro-democracy protests. A statement Wednesday by Le Drian said Hong Kong`s Basic Law and the `one country, two systems` principle guarantee what is vital to the people of Hong Kong and economic prosperity. He said that`s `the rule of law, the respect for human rights and fundamental liberties, and the autonomy of the judicial system.` Le Drian said France is committed to full compliance with all of the...