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Lu Jianwang Guilty of Obstruction; US Says China Violated Sovereignty

5/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Lu Jianwang was found guilty of obstruction, remaining free on bond after U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella called the operation a violation of U.S. sovereignty.
A banner called the site a “Police Service Station” while a text sought verification of a dissident.
Lu’s attorney said the location is a hub for ping-pong, not a police outpost.
China’s ministry called the office a “service station” offering help to nationals and rejected charges.

History

Historical Context

During NATO’s 1999 Kosovo campaign, a U.S. B-2 bomber mistakenly struck the Chinese embassy in Belgrade, killing three journalists and injuring 27, after which President Bill Clinton apologized and the United States paid $28 million in compensation. The episode soured China-U.S. ties and, a quarter-century later, the Lu Jianwang controversy revives that mistrust, prompting calls for clearer overseas jurisdiction rules.

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Story summary

Lu Jianwang was found guilty of obstruction, remaining free on bond after U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella called the operation a violation of U.S. sovereignty.
A banner called the site a “Police Service Station” while a text sought verification of a dissident.
Lu’s attorney said the location is a hub for ping-pong, not a police outpost.
China’s ministry called the office a “service station” offering help to nationals and rejected charges.

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