Tag: Julian Assange
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Julian Assange Speaks Publicly for the First Time After Prison Release
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, made his first public address since being released from prison. In his speech, Assange thanked his supporters and legal team for their efforts in securing his freedom. He also emphasized the importance of press freedom and the role of whistleblowers in promoting transparency and accountability in governance. DW News…
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Julian Assange Attends Hearing on Detention and Conviction at the Council of Europe
Julian Assange attended a hearing on his detention and conviction at the Council of Europe, marking a significant moment as international attention remains focused on his case. The hearing is a pivotal development in Assange’s ongoing legal battles and has implications for press freedom and legal standards within the Council of Europe’s jurisdiction. DW News…
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Julian Assange Pleads Guilty in US Deal, Reactions Mixed Among Political Figures
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has pleaded guilty in a deal with the United States, according to FRANCE 24 English. The reaction among political figures to this development has been mixed, with some condemning the deal while others suggest Assange has already paid a significant price for his actions. The news coverage highlights the…
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Julian Assange Leaves UK for Bangkok En Route to Freedom After Diplomatic Deal
In a surprising turn of events, Julian Assange has left the UK and is currently en route to Australia, with a stop in Bangkok and then on to the Northern Mariana Islands as part of a complex plea deal process. This development follows over a decade of legal battles, including Assange’s self-imposed exile in the…
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Julian Assange Set to Plead Guilty to US Espionage Charge and Gain Freedom After 14-Year Legal Battle
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is set to be released after spending over 14 years in exile or in prison in the UK, fighting extradition to the US. Assange has reached a deal with the US Justice Department, allowing him to plead guilty to a single charge of conspiracy to disseminate National Defense information,…
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Assange’s Lawyers Claim Risk of Assassination if Extradited to the US, Launch Final Legal Appeal
Julian Assange’s legal team is fighting his extradition to the United States, where he faces espionage and computer misuse charges. During a two-day hearing at the High Court in London, his lawyers argued for the allowance of an appeal against the extradition order. Assange, the WikiLeaks founder, did not attend due to illness. His supporters,…