Assange

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Julian Assange is the Australian founder of WikiLeaks, an organization that rose to global prominence for publishing classified documents and sensitive government information. His career has been defined by a protracted legal saga involving political asylum in London’s Ecuadorian embassy and a high-profile fight against extradition to the United States. Following a 2024 plea deal with U.S. authorities, Assange was released from the United Kingdom’s Belmarsh prison and returned to Australia, marking the end of a decade-long confinement. This tag features reporting from major outlets like the BBC, Wall Street Journal, and France 24, documenting his impact on investigative journalism, international law, and his recent appearances before bodies such as the Council of Europe.