The photo shows a gathering on July 22, 2010, where Falun Gong practitioners from around the world held a rally on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., to protest the persecution that began on July 20, 1999.
[People News] On July 20, 2026, The Dajiyuan published a commentary titled 'Falun Gong's 27 Years of Anti-Persecution: Reviving Truth and Hope.' The article opens with: Recently, Canadian media outlet Global News released an exclusive report: ......
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In May 2026, Global News reported that officials from the Chinese Consulate in Vancouver had met with staff from the Vancouver Civic Theatre, exerting pressure on them to cancel the Shen Yun performance scheduled at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Before this report was published, the theatre had also received a 'bomb threat.'
Nevertheless, the Vancouver police deployed bomb-sniffing dogs to conduct a thorough search of the venue, finding no explosives and ultimately confirming that the threat was a hoax originating from an email sent from mainland China. The Vancouver Civic Theatre remained resolute, and from April 8 to 12, the Shen Yun Performing Arts successfully held five performances in Vancouver, garnering enthusiastic praise from the audience. In recent years, similar pressures and 'bomb threats' have been reported in various theatres across multiple countries, yet they have not been able to stop Shen Yun's rise to global acclaim.
As the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) embarks on a new wave of transnational suppression against Shen Yun, the documentary "Unyielding: The Story Behind Shen Yun" is premiering globally at an AMC theater in Manhattan, New York. The film highlights the resilience and dedication of the Shen Yun Performing Arts amidst adversity. One of the film's main figures, Broad (Bulaode), the executive director of the Falun Dafa Information Center, openly remarked that the CCP has extended its persecution overseas, stating, "This feels more like a battle happening at our doorstep."
Beyond disrupting Shen Yun performances, the CCP has also resorted to direct violence against overseas Falun Gong practitioners. In June 2026, outside the Shilla Duty-Free Shop on Jeju Island, South Korea, three Chinese men violently assaulted Falun Gong practitioners who were peacefully sharing the truth, injuring two practitioners in their sixties. In the first half of this year, a series of personal attacks and violent incidents against Falun Gong practitioners have occurred, from outside the British Museum in London to Flushing in New York, and from the streets of Los Angeles to Jeju Island.
Why does the CCP resort to such underhanded tactics overseas to confront Shen Yun and Falun Gong? Clearly, the unwavering commitment of Falun Gong practitioners to truth and their calls for justice are what the CCP fears most. This brutal persecution, initially aimed solely at Falun Gong, has now expanded to target other groups: from human rights lawyers and dissidents to religious communities, ordinary petitioners, and marginalized groups, every ordinary citizen in Chinese society has fallen victim to the CCP's tyranny. Now, as the CCP faces crises on multiple fronts and its regime teeters on the brink of collapse, witnessing Falun Gong's resilience for over twenty years, the CCP, in a state of panic, is launching a desperate and all-out assault against Falun Gong.
This all dates back twenty-seven years. On July 20, 1999, former Chinese Communist Party leader Jiang Zemin, driven by personal jealousy, mobilized the entire state apparatus to launch a brutal persecution against over a hundred million Falun Gong practitioners who adhere to the principles of 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance.' Today, this catastrophe, which has persisted for twenty-seven years, continues to inflict immense suffering on countless families of Falun Gong practitioners and has brought unprecedented disaster to Chinese society and the world at large.
In the face of this prolonged and severe persecution, millions of practitioners both domestically and internationally have remained steadfast. They hold firmly to their belief in 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance,' resisting the persecution in a peaceful and rational manner, and confronting tyranny with kindness, resilience, and courage. Over the past twenty-seven years, their selfless efforts have spread the truth far and wide, awakening countless individuals who have been misled by lies, and laying a solid foundation for the moral reconstruction and return to tradition in future China.
In a chaotic world, the pure stream of Falun Dafa flows widely.
After enduring a series of political movements such as the Anti-Rightist Movement, the Cultural Revolution, and the June Fourth Incident, traditional beliefs in Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism were trampled upon, and the prevailing attitude of 'everything is for money' became increasingly dominant. Material desires ran rampant, leaving the public facing spiritual emptiness and confusion due to a lack of faith. In 1992, Falun Dafa emerged in Chinese society, like a refreshing stream in a murky world, cleansing hearts and rapidly spreading across various sectors.
On one hand, Falun Dafa has shown remarkable effects in healing and fitness, enabling countless individuals plagued by illness to regain their health. In 1998, local medical experts conducted five medical surveys involving over ten thousand participants in Beijing, Wuhan, Dalian, and Guangdong, revealing that the overall effectiveness rate of practicing Falun Gong for health and fitness reached an impressive 97.9%.
On the other hand, Falun Dafa has demonstrated a significant impact on enhancing the moral standards of its practitioners, resulting in a steady stream of good deeds in society that have frequently made headlines. For instance, the Dalian Daily reported on the elderly Falun Gong practitioner Sheng Lijian, who voluntarily repaired roads for villagers, while the Beijing Daily highlighted an anonymous donation of 180,000 yuan (RMB) made by a Beijing Falun Gong practitioner to a research institution. Additionally, the Dalian Evening News covered the story of Yuan Hongcun, a Falun Gong practitioner from the Dalian Naval Academy, who risked his own safety to rescue a drowning child from beneath the ice. These accounts collectively illustrate how Falun Gong is subtly reshaping the social fabric.
The moral revival and health miracles associated with Falun Dafa have generated widespread public response and drawn attention from various sectors. In the latter half of 1998, an official investigation led by former National People's Congress Chairman Qiao Shi concluded that Falun Dafa is entirely beneficial to both the nation and its people. By 1999, the number of Falun Gong practitioners in mainland China had surged to between 70 million and 100 million. The founder of Falun Dafa, Master Li Hongzhi, has garnered immense respect and admiration.
As persecution unfolds, over a hundred million practitioners face an unwarranted disaster.
Despite the many benefits that the spread of Falun Dafa has brought to society, Jiang Zemin, who rose to power by fabricating the identities of martyrs' orphans and exploiting the bloodshed of the 'June Fourth' incident, harbored deep jealousy towards Master Li Hongzhi's significant influence. Consequently, a dictator adept at crafting lies and a totalitarian regime that champions a philosophy of struggle quickly aligned to initiate this unprecedented persecution.
Under the extermination policies of Jiang Zemin's faction within the Chinese Communist Party, which aimed to 'discredit them in reputation, cut off their economic lifeline, and eliminate them physically', along with the brutal slogans of 'killing counts as a white death, killing counts as suicide' and 'no investigation of the source, direct cremation', over a hundred million Falun Gong practitioners suddenly found themselves labeled as 'enemies' of the party-state. They were subjected to slander and long-term surveillance, with millions being kidnapped, detained, forced into labor education, sentenced, or sent to brainwashing classes.
To incite hatred across society, the Chinese Communist Party activated its entire propaganda apparatus, fabricating claims such as '1400 cases of death and disability caused by practicing Falun Gong' (referred to as '1400 cases') and the 'Tiananmen self-immolation' incident. These false narratives were disseminated through television, newspapers, and radio, planting the seeds of hatred in the minds of hundreds of millions.
The persecution escalated from the top down, with increasing intensity at every level. The performance evaluations of officials in local governments, enterprises, and schools were directly tied to the 'intensity' of their persecution of Falun Gong practitioners. As a result, countless practitioners were mercilessly stripped of their rights to residence, work, education, and even the most fundamental right to survival.
In an effort to force Falun Gong practitioners to renounce their belief in 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance', the Chinese Communist Party resorted to employing hundreds of forms of torture, inflicting both mental and physical suffering, which led to countless families being torn apart and lives being shattered.
According to statistics from Minghui.org, by early July 2026, there have been 5,359 documented cases of Falun Gong practitioners who have died as a result of persecution, reported through unofficial channels. Given the Chinese Communist Party's stringent information control, this number likely represents only a fraction of the actual cases. Even more alarming is that several independent investigations and court rulings have revealed that the CCP has systematically and extensively engaged in the live organ harvesting of Falun Gong practitioners, committing a crime that has never been seen before on this planet.
Transnational Suppression: The CCP Exports Lies and Violence Overseas
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) not only enforces a brutal and high-pressure regime domestically but also exports lies and violence internationally. Utilizing its significant economic influence, the CCP coerces governments, media outlets, and multinational corporations worldwide, attempting to silence the international community regarding its inhumane persecution. The CCP's embassies and consulates abroad have become complicit in the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners.
For years, there have been numerous scandals revealing the CCP's hiring of thugs to violently attack Falun Gong practitioners overseas. In 2004, during Zeng Qinghong's visit to South Africa, the CCP hired thugs to shoot at Falun Gong practitioners, resulting in a tragic incident. In 2006, CCP agents violently assaulted Dr. Li Yuan, a Falun Gong practitioner in Atlanta, breaking into his home and stealing his personal computer. In 2008, following the Wenchuan earthquake, the CCP incited hatred and orchestrated the violent attack on Falun Gong practitioners in New York during the 'Flushing Incident,' which was later confirmed to have been orchestrated by the CCP's consulate in New York.
The CCP not only covertly directs agents and thugs to commit these acts but also has senior officials who openly engage in such behavior on the international stage. On August 13, 2025, in Sibelius Park in Helsinki, Finland, Leung Chun-ying, the Vice Chairman of the CCP's National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and former Chief Executive of Hong Kong, brazenly threatened Falun Gong practitioners who were meditating and collecting signatures for a human rights petition. The revelation of this scandal has shocked the international community.
To this day, the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) violent actions overseas have not only persisted but have escalated. As previously mentioned, in the first half of 2026 alone, there were multiple instances of transnational crackdowns and personal assaults on overseas Falun Gong practitioners and volunteers who had resigned from the Party. In February 2026, outside the British Museum in London, volunteer Zhang Chunping was violently pushed down and beaten by assailants while she was peacefully sharing the truth. In the same month, in Flushing, New York, volunteer Dong Cuiling was unexpectedly attacked by CCP thugs. In March, also in Flushing, 73-year-old volunteer Lü Anmin was intentionally knocked down by a Chinese man while returning home and suffered severe head injuries from being punched. In April, in Los Angeles, California, 70-year-old volunteer Ms. Zhang was gravely injured after being struck in the back of the head with stones and branches thrown by an Asian man. The assailant was later subdued by vigilant citizens and handed over to the police for criminal charges.
A Top Secret Conspiracy: The Sinister Plans of Zhongnanhai's Highest Echelons
In December 2024, prominent Australian legal scholar Yuan Hongbing revealed to The Dajiyuan that the comprehensive plan to attack Shen Yun and Falun Gong overseas is not merely a spontaneous initiative from a specific CCP department, but rather a conspiracy orchestrated by the highest levels of Zhongnanhai.
Yuan Hongbing explained that CCP leader Xi Jinping personally devised an action plan against Falun Gong, which includes 'one center and two basic directions.' The 'one center' refers to a complete and thorough assault on the character of Falun Gong's founder, while the 'two basic directions' focus on instigating a 'public opinion war' and a 'legal war' against Shen Yun and Falun Gong within the democratic framework of the United States.
As the conspiracy orchestrated by Zhongnanhai comes to light, the seemingly isolated acts of malice that have taken place globally in recent years are all linked by this dark thread.
In the shadows, the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) state-sponsored terrorism has deeply infiltrated Western societies. In May 2023, CCP agents Chen Jun and Lin Feng were arrested by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for attempting to bribe officials from the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in an effort to revoke the tax-exempt status of Shen Yun Performing Arts, an organization committed to reviving traditional Chinese culture. Both pleaded guilty in July 2024, and from September to November of the same year, they were sentenced by U.S. courts.
In April 2023, Lu Jianwang and Chen Jinping, leaders of the Changle Association, were arrested by the U.S. Department of Justice for allegedly running a CCP 'underground police station' in New York. The indictment revealed that this organization operated under the direct orders of the CCP's Ministry of Public Security and the '610 Office,' and had been harassing and monitoring Falun Gong practitioners in the U.S. for an extended period. They even organized thugs to disrupt peaceful protests by Falun Gong practitioners during CCP leader Xi Jinping's visit to the U.S. By the end of 2024, Chen Jinping had already pleaded guilty in federal court.
In recent years, these transnational suppression tactics have become increasingly covert and extreme. The CCP's consulates have consistently pressured various governments and theaters to interfere with Shen Yun's performances, even resorting to underhanded tactics such as issuing false bomb threats to intimidate theaters and obstruct Shen Yun's shows. Over the past few years, there have been more than a hundred such malicious incidents reported across Europe, America, Asia, and Australia.
In public view, this transnational crackdown is disguised as a defense of free society. On one hand, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) covertly controls certain overseas media and some Chinese self-media, launching a coordinated and intense smear campaign that stirs up a 'public opinion war' against Shen Yun within the international community. On the other hand, the CCP is secretly targeting and enticing a select few former Shen Yun performers, leveraging the judicial systems of Western countries to file lawsuits and initiate a 'legal war' against Shen Yun, aiming to drain their energy and financial resources to disrupt their performances.
The revelation of this clandestine conspiracy exposes the CCP's systematic abuses of state power abroad. This represents a comprehensive, unrestricted warfare waged by the CCP against the constitutional systems, press freedom, and judicial integrity of the free world.
The persecution that mobilizes national resources brings calamity to both China and the world.
The CCP mobilizes national resources, spending enormous amounts of state funds, manpower, and social resources solely to suppress a benevolent group that adheres to the principles of 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance.' This prolonged persecution primarily devastates the national finances. The salaries, bonuses, and various subsidies for the millions involved in the persecution reach over a hundred billion yuan annually. Furthermore, the CCP dispatches agents and spies overseas, buys off overseas Chinese organizations to harass and defame Falun Gong practitioners, and pays media outlets to conduct smear campaigns, with expenses that are beyond estimation. A finance official from the CCP's State Council once candidly remarked: 'The suppression policy is funded by money; without money, the suppression cannot continue.'
However, a disaster that is even more profound than fiscal waste is the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) trampling and defamation of the universal values of 'Truth, Compassion, and Forbearance.' This assault directly undermines the moral foundation of society, resulting in widespread social chaos in China. Social trust has nearly disappeared, counterfeit and substandard products are rampant, food safety crises are frequent, academic integrity is in decline, the education system is deteriorating, and the saying 'laughing at the poor but not at the prostitute' has become a societal norm. People's hearts are growing cold, and the overall social atmosphere is in a state of complete decline.
During the persecution of Falun Gong, the CCP has egregiously abused its public power, thoroughly corrupting China's judicial system. It can use any pretext to harass, monitor, and abduct Falun Gong practitioners, arbitrarily charge them with crimes, convict and sentence them, or even beat them to death while falsely claiming they 'committed suicide.' For many years, the public security, procuratorial, judicial, and '610' systems have increasingly taken on characteristics of organized crime, becoming violent tools that operate above the law, employing any means necessary to achieve their objectives.
The various tragic outcomes resulting from the suppression of 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance' have rendered every ordinary citizen in China a victim of this persecution. The early 'Guangzhou Little Yueyue Incident' revealed the cold indifference prevalent in Chinese society; in the tragedy of the 'Xuzhou Chain Woman', despite the online views reaching hundreds of millions and sparking a wave of public outrage, the Sichuan girl Li Ying—who had her teeth forcibly removed, was raped, gang-raped, and abused for over twenty years—could not be rescued. The 'Tangshan Barbecue Shop Assault Incident' further exposed the blatant collusion between criminal elements and the CCP's public security forces. During the pandemic's 'extreme lockdown', from the devastating fire in Urumqi that claimed lives, to the bus overturning incident during quarantine in Guizhou, and numerous secondary disasters occurring nationwide, people experienced firsthand how the 'socialist iron fist' has been mercilessly brought down upon every ordinary citizen. In the 'Little Luoxi Incident', a baby girl was treated like a laboratory mouse, highlighting the corruption and moral decay within the medical system. Moreover, the mysterious disappearance of Jiangxi teenager Hu Xinyu has extended the CCP's heinous practice of 'live organ harvesting'—originally targeting Falun Gong practitioners—to the children of countless ordinary families.
Today, the common people find themselves unable to seek justice; social justice has all but disappeared, and chaos reigns across the land of Shenzhou, leaving everyone in a state of fear. Each of these shocking social tragedies and wrongful cases is a bitter fruit borne from the CCP's brutal persecution of Falun Gong and its assault on universal human values.
The repercussions of this persecution have already reached beyond borders. The transnational repression carried out by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) not only targets Falun Gong practitioners but also undermines the moral, legal, and democratic frameworks of the international community.
On one hand, the CCP is extending its domestic authoritarian control and persecution to the global stage. This illegal enforcement on foreign soil is a blatant challenge to international law and the legal principles upheld by sovereign nations. It takes advantage of the openness of Western societies to infiltrate and corrupt them from within.
On the other hand, the CCP is leveraging its substantial economic power to pressure the international community into silence regarding its transnational repression and the egregious crime of organ harvesting, which fundamentally threatens the moral foundation of the free world.
Upholding Integrity, Practitioners Spread the Truth
In the face of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) brutal persecution, Falun Gong practitioners have remained undeterred and unbroken. For twenty-seven years, they have steadfastly maintained a peaceful and rational stance, working to inform the public misled by the CCP's lies. They understand that the suppression of 'Truth, Compassion, Forbearance' is a violation of universal human values; the persecution of Falun Gong practitioners fundamentally equates to the persecution of all Chinese people.
In 2004, The Epoch Times published the editorial 'Nine Commentaries on the Communist Party,' which provided a thorough analysis of the CCP's history and nature, exposing the roots and developments of its tyranny, and revealing the devilish mask of the CCP that had been hidden for decades. This allowed the world to see the true nature of the CCP's 'falsehood, evil, and struggle.' Subsequently, a global spiritual awakening movement, known as the 'Three Withdrawals' movement, quickly emerged, with many Chinese citizens withdrawing from the CCP, its Youth League, and Young Pioneers, thereby severing their spiritual connections with this malevolent regime.
Over the past twenty years, whether through pamphlets and booklets slipped through corridor cracks in mainland China, various truth-telling emails, or the 'Three Withdrawals' truth currency circulating in the market, or through word-of-mouth among neighbors in fields and streets, Falun Gong practitioners have bravely spread the truth, leaving their mark across the country. Internationally, whether at tourist sites in major cities or through media and self-media established by Falun Gong practitioners, countless practitioners from various ethnicities and cultural backgrounds have consistently clarified the truth for decades, advocating for all persecuted Chinese people.
This selfless commitment that rises above suffering not only helps the world recognize the fundamental differences between the 'Chinese Communist Party' and 'China,' revealing the CCP's evil nature, but also earns the Chinese people and China widespread respect in the international community.
Among the various truth-telling groups formed by Falun Gong practitioners, the Shen Yun Performing Arts stands out as the most influential. In 2006, a group of talented Falun Gong practitioners, who have a deep love for traditional Chinese culture, gathered in New York State, USA, united by a shared vision—to showcase the beauty of Chinese civilization through exceptional artistry, presenting a picture of China before the rise of communism, and sharing the ancient wisdom of Chinese divine culture with the world. This noble aspiration led to the birth of Shen Yun, which has quickly evolved into a premier arts organization on the global stage within just a few years.
Each year, Shen Yun's touring performances have become a significant event in the global arts community. With its exceptional artistic mastery, vibrant dynamic backdrops, and a live symphony that harmonizes Eastern and Western elements, Shen Yun has captivated countless political leaders, cultural elites, and artists in the top theaters of mainstream countries worldwide. The artistic beauty and spiritual depth of the performances have garnered widespread praise from audiences, with many Western viewers lauding it as 'a source of spiritual enlightenment' and 'a performance that everyone must see at least once in their lifetime.'
From its beginnings as a single group, Shen Yun has expanded to include eight equally sized arts groups that tour simultaneously around the globe, presenting the 5,000-year history of Chinese civilization to millions of mainstream Western audiences while also bringing the true stories of Falun Gong practitioners who steadfastly uphold their beliefs in the face of adversity to the international stage.
The stone is opened: the awakening of human hearts and the return of justice.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of practitioners both domestically and internationally, over 460 million Chinese people have recognized the truth and have publicly announced their withdrawal from the Communist Party of China (CPC) and its affiliated organizations. As this wave of spiritual awakening spreads throughout China, more and more individuals who understand the truth are actively joining the movement to disseminate this information.
For more than twenty years, hundreds of courageous lawyers in mainland China have fearlessly defended Falun Gong practitioners in court, despite the CPC's repression. A significant number of individuals who are aware of the truth have also stepped forward to sign petitions in support of and to rescue those who have been illegally detained for their beliefs.
A media professional from mainland China openly remarked, "Falun Gong is fighting for humanity's freedom of belief." During festive occasions, many individuals from various sectors, who do not practice Falun Gong, also extend their gratitude and greetings to Master Li Hongzhi, sincerely hoping for the prompt return of Falun Gong to mainland China.
The call for justice has also resonated within the international community. Governments and officials from countries and regions such as the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Taiwan have consistently spoken out against the CPC's atrocities, demanding an immediate end to the persecution and the release of the Falun Gong practitioners who are being held illegally.
The return of justice has also made significant strides at the legislative level in the United States. On May 5, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the "2025 Organ Harvesting Termination Act and Falun Gong Protection Act" (H.R.1540), commonly referred to as the "Falun Gong Protection Act." This legislation was introduced by Republican Congressman Scott Perry from Pennsylvania, with the goal of compelling the U.S. government to put an end to the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) organ harvesting from Falun Gong practitioners and to impose substantial sanctions on those involved in or facilitating these crimes. The unanimous approval of the "Falun Gong Protection Act" in the House signifies a strong bipartisan agreement in the U.S. to combat the heinous practice of organ harvesting by the CCP. Additionally, a corresponding bill has been introduced in the Senate by Republican Senator Ted Cruz from Texas.
Conclusion
Twenty-seven years may seem like a brief moment in the vast expanse of history, but for Falun Gong practitioners who have endured prolonged and severe persecution, it represents a long and painful history marked by suffering and sacrifice, as well as an epic tale of kindness and resilience. The CCP's brutal repression of the principles of "Truth, Compassion, Forbearance" for over a quarter of a century has not only failed to extinguish the righteous beliefs of Falun Gong practitioners but has also exposed the CCP's crimes against humanity, gradually leading it to face historical judgment.
This protracted battle between good and evil has highlighted the steadfast faith and righteous spirit of Falun Gong practitioners, both domestically and internationally, who have endured suffering to disseminate the truth. It has also marked the spiritual awakening of over 400 million Chinese citizens and the gradual resurgence of justice in the international community.
Throughout 27 years of bloodshed and turmoil, Falun Gong has stood firm, demonstrating an enduring truth: righteous faith can never be extinguished. This is precisely what the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) fears the most.
The CCP, the architect of this persecution, is steeped in its own misdeeds and is nearing its demise. In its final days, rather than retreating, this beleaguered totalitarian regime has escalated its hysterical persecution of Falun Gong and Shen Yun, much like a gambler who has lost everything. This desperate frenzy not only reveals the CCP's profound fear and weakness but also indicates that this is merely a fleeting moment before its inevitable collapse.
Currently, the CCP is facing the consequences of its internal and external crises: fierce infighting within the party, rampant systemic corruption, an economy in freefall, a surge in unemployment, and widespread public discontent. On the international stage, the CCP is increasingly isolated, caught in a comprehensive blockade and moral reckoning by the global community. Alongside ongoing natural and man-made disasters, the CCP regime is on the brink of collapse.
At this pivotal moment in history, may our Chinese compatriots support one another amid the profound suffering inflicted by tyranny, recognize the truth, and unite to resist, abandon, and dismantle this evil force of the CCP, paving the way for a free China without the CCP. △
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