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world1 year ago

"Assange's Family Optimistic as Biden Considers Dropping US Prosecution"

Julian Assange's wife expresses cautious hope after President Biden suggested that the United States might drop its prosecution of Assange, who has been fighting extradition for five years. The statement comes ahead of a critical deadline in the British court hearings on his case, with American prosecutors given until April 16 to offer assurances on his potential treatment. If these assurances are provided, a further hearing is scheduled in London for May 20 to decide Assange's fate.

via The New York Times|
#biden-administration#extradition#julian-assange
world-news1 year ago

"Biden Considers Dropping Charges Against Julian Assange, Wife Finds Hope"

The wife of Julian Assange expressed optimism after President Joe Biden indicated that the U.S. may drop charges against the WikiLeaks founder, potentially allowing him to return to Australia. Assange, currently imprisoned in London, faces 17 espionage charges and one charge of computer misuse over the publication of classified U.S. documents. Supporters rallied for his release on the fifth anniversary of his incarceration, while Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called for an end to Assange's ordeal. Assange's health continues to deteriorate in prison, and a further court hearing in his case is scheduled for May 20.

via ABC News|
#espionage-charges#extradition#joe-biden
world-news1 year ago

"Biden Considers Dropping Charges Against Julian Assange, Supporters Hopeful"

Julian Assange's supporters are hopeful after President Biden stated that the United States is "considering" a request to drop the prosecution of the WikiLeaks founder. This comes on the fifth anniversary of Assange's imprisonment in London's Belmarsh prison. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Assange's wife, Stella, have expressed optimism, while the British courts are awaiting assurances from U.S. officials regarding Assange's free-speech protections and the death penalty before ruling on his extradition appeal.

via The Washington Post|
#australian-government#extradition#julian-assange
politics1 year ago

Biden Considers Dropping Prosecution of Julian Assange at Australia's Request

President Biden stated that the United States is considering dropping its prosecution of Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder who has been jailed in London for years while fighting extradition to face U.S. charges related to his publication of classified documents. The case has sustained international attention and condemnation from First Amendment rights groups, and Australia has also called for his release. Last month, the High Court in London ruled that Mr. Assange could not be immediately extradited to the United States until certain conditions were met.

via The New York Times|
#extradition#julian-assange#politics
politics1 year ago

Biden Considers Dropping Prosecution of Julian Assange

President Biden stated that the US is considering the Australian government's request to end the prosecution of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, who is fighting extradition from the UK. The charges against Assange stem from his work with Chelsea Manning, and he faces 18 violations of US laws. Some view Assange as a journalist deserving of press freedom protections, while others criticize his collaboration with entities hostile to the US. Assange has been detained in the UK since 2019, and the case is on hold pending US assurances against the death penalty.

via The Independent|
#extradition#joe-biden#julian-assange
politics1 year ago

Biden Considers Australia's Request to End Assange Prosecution

President Biden is considering Australia's request to drop the U.S. prosecution of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, an Australian citizen indicted on espionage and computer misuse charges for publishing classified U.S. documents. Australia argues for a disconnect in treatment between Assange and Chelsea Manning, while Assange's supporters claim he's a journalist protected by the First Amendment. A British court ruled against Assange's extradition to the U.S. unless assurances against the death penalty are given.

via The Associated Press|
#australia#extradition#joe-biden
world-news1 year ago

"Assange Extradition Temporarily Halted as Court Seeks Assurances"

A UK court ruled that Julian Assange can appeal his extradition to the US unless American authorities provide assurances that he won't face new charges carrying the death penalty and to what degree he is protected by the First Amendment. The court cited Assange's right to free expression, the chance of prejudice based on his nationality, and the possibility of execution. Assange's legal battle has been ongoing since 2012, and the court gave US officials three weeks to submit assurances. His supporters believe the prosecution is politically motivated and worry about his declining health.

via USA TODAY|
#extradition#julian-assange#uk-court
legal-politics1 year ago

"UK Court Grants Julian Assange Temporary Reprieve from US Extradition"

The High Court in London has delayed Julian Assange's immediate extradition to the US, giving the US three weeks to provide assurances regarding his First Amendment rights and protection from the death penalty. The ruling potentially allows Assange to appeal his extradition in May. The court found that Assange has a "real prospect of success" on several grounds, including freedom of expression and adequate death penalty protection. Assange's wife called him a "political prisoner" and urged the Biden administration to drop the case. US authorities have been seeking Assange's extradition on espionage charges related to the publication of secret military documents.

via CNN|
#extradition#julian-assange#legal-politics
world-news1 year ago

"UK Court Delays Assange Extradition to US, Australia Urged to Secure Release"

The U.K.'s High Court has delayed the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the U.S., giving American authorities three weeks to provide assurances that he would receive a fair trial and not face the death penalty. Assange, facing espionage charges for publishing classified U.S. government documents, remains in legal limbo in a London prison. His lawyers argue that the case is politically motivated and an assault on press freedom, while U.S. officials maintain that he endangered lives with the leaks.

via NPR|
#espionage#extradition#julian-assange
legalinternational-relations1 year ago

"Julian Assange Granted Temporary Reprieve from US Extradition"

The High Court in London has temporarily halted the extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to the United States, ruling that the U.S. must provide assurances that he will not face the death penalty. The U.S. is seeking to put Assange on trial for releasing confidential military records and diplomatic cables. Assange's legal team successfully argued that he could face a capital offense in the U.S., and if assurances are not provided by April 16, he will be granted permission to appeal.

via Reuters UK|
#extradition#high-court#julian-assange
legal-international-relations1 year ago

"UK Court Grants Julian Assange Temporary Reprieve from US Extradition"

The High Court in London has granted WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange permission to challenge his extradition to the United States, pending satisfactory assurances from the U.S. regarding his rights under the First Amendment and protection from the death penalty. Assange, who has been fighting extradition for over a decade, faces espionage charges for publishing classified documents. His legal team argues that the prosecution is politically motivated, while U.S. prosecutors claim his actions put lives at risk. A further hearing will determine the sufficiency of the assurances, with Assange's health and potential sentence of up to 175 years in prison if convicted being key concerns.

via NBC News|
#espionage#extradition#julian-assange
legalcrime1 year ago

"High Court Ruling on Julian Assange's Extradition Appeal Expected Tuesday"

The British High Court will rule on Tuesday whether Julian Assange will be extradited to the U.S. to face espionage charges for publishing classified U.S. military documents 14 years ago. If the court disallows a full appeal, Assange's remaining options would be limited, and he could face trial in the U.S. where he is facing 17 charges. His supporters fear an unfavorable result would result in his extradition, and if convicted, he could be sentenced to up to 175 years in an American maximum-security prison.

via Fox News|
#espionage#extradition#julian-assange
legalinternational-affairs1 year ago

"UK High Court to Issue Ruling on Julian Assange's Extradition Appeal"

Julian Assange will find out if he can appeal his extradition to the US when the UK high court delivers its ruling. His legal team argues that the extradition would breach the UK-US treaty and that the US prosecution is motivated by state retaliation. The US contends that Assange's leaks endangered lives and accuses his team of misrepresenting the case. If the appeal is denied, Assange's options in the UK courts will be exhausted, but he could appeal to the European Court of Human Rights. If extradited, he could face up to 175 years in jail in the US, although there have been reports of a potential plea deal offer.

via The Guardian|
#extradition#julian-assange#legalinternational-affairs
legalinternational-affairs1 year ago

"Latest Developments in Julian Assange's US Extradition Case"

Julian Assange's US extradition hearing in London concluded, with a decision not expected until at least next month. The US seeks to have Assange face espionage charges for publishing classified US military documents 14 years ago, while his defense argues that he exposed criminality on an unprecedented scale. The judges overseeing the case will take time to come to a verdict, and if he loses this appeal, Assange's only remaining option would be at the European Court of Human Rights. His supporters fear he could be flown to the US before that happens, as the British government has already signed an extradition order.

via Fox News|
#espionage-act#julian-assange#legalinternational-affairs
world-news1 year ago

"Assange Extradition: A Global Watch on Democracy's Fate"

The U.S. Justice Department's attempt to extradite Julian Assange for violating the Espionage Act should concern everyone, regardless of their opinion of Assange. The indictment endangers free speech for all Americans, as it could set a precedent for prosecuting journalists and others who reveal information in the public interest. The British high court, currently reviewing the extradition request, should deny the motion, as the case against Assange is seen as political and the potential penalties extreme.

via Slate|
#espionage-act#extradition#free-speech