Julian Assange extradition

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange waves as he arrives in Canberra, Australia, June 26, 2024. (Reuters)

Assange’s plea deal sets a chilling precedent, but it could have been worse

June 26, 2024 5:58 pm

The result is an ambiguous end to a legal saga that has jeopardized the ability of journalists to report on military, intelligence or diplomatic information that officials deem secret. Enshrined in the First Amendment, the role of a free press in bringing to light information beyond what those in power approve for release is a foundational principle of American self-government.

Julian Assange appeals to UK court against extradition to US

July 01, 2022 10:19 pm

Julian Assange has battled in British courts for years to avoid being sent to the U.S., where he faces 17 charges of espionage and one charge of computer misuse.

Australian leader refuses to publicly intervene on Assange

June 20, 2022 7:22 pm

The Australian government has been under mounting pressure to intervene since the British government last week ordered Assange's extradition to the US on spying charges.

Explained: What now for Julian Assange after extradition order

June 18, 2022 8:10 am

Assange still has the right to appeal to the English High Court. If refused, Assange must be extradited within 28 days. He is currently being held at Belmarsh prison in London.

Explained: As UK privileges US for Julian's extradition, what does it mean for him?

Explained: UK signs Julian Assange's US extradition papers; what's next for him?

June 17, 2019 1:53 pm

Talking to BBC Radio, Javid said that it was for the courts to decide whether Assange must face espionage charges in the US. Assange is scheduled to face a hearing regarding the extradition on Friday, however, the decision is likely, a few months away.