Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26) and added that Washington must offer certain assurances over his treatment including protection from the death penalty.

The embattled whistleblower, who rose to international prominence in 2010 when Wikileaks released secret US military and diplomatic cables related to the excesses committed in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, has been in a London prison since 2019.&nbsp;

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The two High Court judges ruled they "will grant leave to appeal' on narrow grounds "unless a satisfactory assurance is provided by the government of the United States of America".&nbsp;

The court gave the United States three weeks "to give satisfactory assurances" that Assange "is permitted to rely on the First Amendment to the United States Constitution (which protects free speech), that he is not prejudiced at trial (including sentence) by reason of his nationality, that he is afforded the same First Amendment protections as a United States citizen and that the death penalty is not imposed."

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Reacting to Tuesday's decision, Julian's wife Stella, whom he married in 2022 inside Belmarsh prison, said: "Today's decision is astounding. The courts recognise that Julian is exposed to a flagrant denial of his freedom of expression rights, that he is being discriminated against on the basis of his nationality, an Australian, and that he remains exposed to the death penalty."

<h2>What next on Julian Assange?</h2>

If the US ends up giving assurances, there will be another hearing on May 20 to decide if they "are satisfactory". If the US does not give these assurances then Assange will be given a right to a full appeal hearing in a major win for the Australian-origin publisher-activist.&nbsp;

The 52-year-old fled to the Ecuadorean Embassy in London in 2012 to escape extradition to Sweden, where he faced an inquiry into accusations of rape and sexual assault that were later dropped.&nbsp;

He remained in the embassy for seven years, until he was told to go in 2019.

After expulsion from the embassy, Assange was sentenced to 50 weeks in jail in London for breaching bail conditions related to the rape inquiry. He has remained at Belmarsh Prison.

The US then sought Assange's extradition from London with prosecutors accusing him of violating the Espionage Act for his role in the 2010 disclosures and of conspiring to hack into a Pentagon computer network.

In 2021, a London court rejected the extradition request stating that Assange might be driven to suicide by the conditions he would most likely face in an American prison. However, a higher court later ruled that he could be extradited.&nbsp;

Later, as a mark of Washington-London diplomatic bonhomie, British Home Secretary Priti Patel approved an order to extradite him in 2022. But it was later challenged in the court.&nbsp;

Two High Court judges are now hearing his final bid for an appeal in a British court.

(With inputs from agencies)

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26) and added that Washington must offer certain assurances over his treatment including protection from the death penalty.

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange cannot be immediately extradited to the United States, the High Court in London ruled on Tuesday (March 26) and added that Washington must offer certain assurances over his treatment including protection from the death penalty. The embattled whistleblower, who rose to international prominence in 2010 when Wikileaks released secret US military and diplomatic cables related to the excesses committed in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, has been in a London prison since 2019. Also read | Julian Assange has talked about suicide amid 'very dark times in prison', says wife Stella The two High Court judges ruled they "will grant leave to appeal' on narrow grounds "unless a satisfactory assurance is provided by the government of the United States of America". The court gave the United States three weeks "to give satisfactory assurances" that Assange "is permitted to rely on the First Amendment to the United States Constitution (which protects free speech), that he is not prejudiced at trial (including sentence) by reason of his nationality, that he is afforded the same First Amendment protections as a United States citizen and that the death penalty is not imposed." Also watch | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition case returns to UK Court × Reacting to Tuesday's decision, Julian's wife Stella, whom he married in 2022 inside Belmarsh prison, said: "Today's decision is astounding. The courts recognise that Julian is exposed to a flagrant denial of his freedom of expression rights, that he is being discriminated against on the basis of his nationality, an Australian, and that he remains exposed to the death penalty." What next on Julian Assange? If the US ends up giving assurances, there will be another hearing on May 20 to decide if they "are satisfactory". If the US does not give these assurances then Assange will be given a right to a full appeal hearing in a major win for the Australian-origin publisher-activist. The 52-year-old fled to the Ecuadorean Embassy in London in 2012 to escape extradition to Sweden, where he faced an inquiry into accusations of rape and sexual assault that were later dropped. He remained in the embassy for seven years, until he was told to go in 2019. After expulsion from the embassy, Assange was sentenced to 50 weeks in jail in London for breaching bail conditions related to the rape inquiry. He has remained at Belmarsh Prison. The US then sought Assange's extradition from London with prosecutors accusing him of violating the Espionage Act for his role in the 2010 disclosures and of conspiring to hack into a Pentagon computer network. In 2021, a London court rejected the extradition request stating that Assange might be driven to suicide by the conditions he would most likely face in an American prison. However, a higher court later ruled that he could be extradited. Later, as a mark of Washington-London diplomatic bonhomie, British Home Secretary Priti Patel approved an order to extradite him in 2022. But it was later challenged in the court. Two High Court judges are now hearing his final bid for an appeal in a British court. (With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange extradition on hold unless US ensures no death penalty, UK court rules

The United States government is reportedly considering a plea deal offer to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange but his lawyers&nbsp;in a statement have said that there are "no indication" Washington will move forward towards leniency against Assange.

According to a&nbsp;Wall Street Journal report,&nbsp;the US Justice Department has been looking at ways for WikiLeaks&nbsp;in 2010 of thousands of classified US documents related to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

<h2>What is reportedly the US leniency plan for Julian Assange?&nbsp;</h2>

The report claimed that a plan&nbsp;under consideration would be to drop the current 18 charges under the Espionage Act under the condition&nbsp;that Assange pleaded guilty to mishandling classified documents.

The report further claims that Assange has already spent five years in custody in the UK. It also&nbsp;claims&nbsp;that he would likely be freed soon if the deal is agreed upon.&nbsp;

However, Assange’s legal team said they were not aware of this development.

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One of Assange’s defence attorneys, Barry Pollack, said in a statement: "It is inappropriate for Assange’s lawyers to comment while his case is before the UK high court other than to say we have been given no indication that the Department of Justice intends to resolve the case and the United States is continuing with as much determination as ever to seek his extradition on all 18 charges, exposing him to 175 years in prison."

<h2>What next?</h2>

A court in London will decide in the coming weeks whether to grant Assange a further right to appeal his extradition. He is being held in the high-security Belmarsh prison.

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He was said to be too sick to go to the Royal Courts of Justice to attend the most recent hearing last month.

If the two judges rule&nbsp;against Assange, he would have exhausted all UK options to challenge the extradition, and the sole remaining avenue open to him would be the European Court of Human Rights.

That court could potentially order the UK not to go ahead with the extradition until it has&nbsp;heard the case.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United States government is reportedly considering a plea deal offer to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange but his lawyers in a statement have said that there are "no indication" Washington will move forward towards leniency against Assange.

The United States government is reportedly considering a plea deal offer to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange but his lawyers in a statement have said that there are "no indication" Washington will move forward towards leniency against Assange. According to a Wall Street Journal report, the US Justice Department has been looking at ways for WikiLeaks in 2010 of thousands of classified US documents related to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. What is reportedly the US leniency plan for Julian Assange? The report claimed that a plan under consideration would be to drop the current 18 charges under the Espionage Act under the condition that Assange pleaded guilty to mishandling classified documents. The report further claims that Assange has already spent five years in custody in the UK. It also claims that he would likely be freed soon if the deal is agreed upon. However, Assange’s legal team said they were not aware of this development. Also watch | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition case returns to UK Court × One of Assange’s defence attorneys, Barry Pollack, said in a statement: "It is inappropriate for Assange’s lawyers to comment while his case is before the UK high court other than to say we have been given no indication that the Department of Justice intends to resolve the case and the United States is continuing with as much determination as ever to seek his extradition on all 18 charges, exposing him to 175 years in prison." What next? A court in London will decide in the coming weeks whether to grant Assange a further right to appeal his extradition. He is being held in the high-security Belmarsh prison. Also read | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange initiates last-ditch battle to halt US extradition He was said to be too sick to go to the Royal Courts of Justice to attend the most recent hearing last month. If the two judges rule against Assange, he would have exhausted all UK options to challenge the extradition, and the sole remaining avenue open to him would be the European Court of Human Rights. That court could potentially order the UK not to go ahead with the extradition until it has heard the case. (With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange's lawyers say 'no indication' of US considering dropping 18 espionage charges

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is scheduled to appear at a courtroom in London next week (Feb 27) in what could be his final attempt to avoid extradition to face espionage charges in the United States. The charges were leveled against him a decade after he provided the media across the world with several US military secrets that exposed a number of atrocities committed by the US troops in Iraq and Syria.&nbsp;

Assange's appeal against extradition was allowed in 2021 on the grounds that there was a risk he would commit suicide if extradited to an American prison. That judgment was later overturned.

Assange is now appealing against his extradition on grounds that his prosecution is politically motivated and that it&nbsp;represents an unprecedented assault on press freedom since this is&nbsp;the first instance of a publisher facing charges under the US&nbsp;Espionage Act.

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In an interview with The Times, Assange's wife Stella, when asked if her husband still talks about suicide, said: "I don’t want to talk about that. But he has. There have been some very, very dark times in Belmarsh [prison]."

"I don't want to go into that. It’s not just about suicide; it’s about how he wouldn’t be safe from the authorities," she added.

According to reports, if extradited, Assange would be held in Alexandria Detention Centre in Virginia in conditions that reportedly amount to solitary confinement.&nbsp;

This is where Assange's WikiLeaks source, the soldier Chelsea Manning, attempted suicide four years ago.

<h2>What are the charges against Julian Assange?</h2>

Assange founded WikiLeaks in 2006. The website published millions of classified files, including official reports on corruption, spying as well as the deaths of civilians.&nbsp;

The leaks were described as "one of the largest compromises of classified information in the history of the United States" by the US Department of Justice in 2019.&nbsp;

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Assange, 52, has been charged with 18 offences under the US Espionage Act of 1917. The extradition proceedings have been brought against him in the United States.&nbsp;

<h2>What next for Julian Assange?</h2>

Assange's legal saga, which&nbsp;began&nbsp;in 2010, culminated in his seven-year refuge within Ecuador's embassy in London. In 2019, he was arrested for allegedly breaching bail conditions. Three years later, his extradition to the United States was allowed by Britain.&nbsp;

Assange's lawyers are now seeking permission to appeal against the extradition decision made in 2022 by the then UK Home Secretary Priti Patel.&nbsp;

Besides, a "political offense exception" exists in the US-UK Supplementary Extradition Treaty. It allows the "requested state to deny return of the person sought if the alleged crime is of a political nature".&nbsp;

Assange claims that the case against him is politically motivated.&nbsp;

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is scheduled to appear at a courtroom in London next week (Feb 27) in what could be his final attempt to avoid extradition to face espionage charges in the United States.

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, is scheduled to appear at a courtroom in London next week (Feb 27) in what could be his final attempt to avoid extradition to face espionage charges in the United States. The charges were leveled against him a decade after he provided the media across the world with several US military secrets that exposed a number of atrocities committed by the US troops in Iraq and Syria. Assange's appeal against extradition was allowed in 2021 on the grounds that there was a risk he would commit suicide if extradited to an American prison. That judgment was later overturned. Assange is now appealing against his extradition on grounds that his prosecution is politically motivated and that it represents an unprecedented assault on press freedom since this is the first instance of a publisher facing charges under the US Espionage Act. Also read | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange initiates last-ditch battle to halt US extradition In an interview with The Times, Assange's wife Stella, when asked if her husband still talks about suicide, said: "I don’t want to talk about that. But he has. There have been some very, very dark times in Belmarsh [prison]." "I don't want to go into that. It’s not just about suicide; it’s about how he wouldn’t be safe from the authorities," she added. According to reports, if extradited, Assange would be held in Alexandria Detention Centre in Virginia in conditions that reportedly amount to solitary confinement. This is where Assange's WikiLeaks source, the soldier Chelsea Manning, attempted suicide four years ago. What are the charges against Julian Assange? Assange founded WikiLeaks in 2006. The website published millions of classified files, including official reports on corruption, spying as well as the deaths of civilians. The leaks were described as "one of the largest compromises of classified information in the history of the United States" by the US Department of Justice in 2019. Also watch | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition case returns to UK Court × Assange, 52, has been charged with 18 offences under the US Espionage Act of 1917. The extradition proceedings have been brought against him in the United States. What next for Julian Assange? Assange's legal saga, which began in 2010, culminated in his seven-year refuge within Ecuador's embassy in London. In 2019, he was arrested for allegedly breaching bail conditions. Three years later, his extradition to the United States was allowed by Britain. Assange's lawyers are now seeking permission to appeal against the extradition decision made in 2022 by the then UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. Besides, a "political offense exception" exists in the US-UK Supplementary Extradition Treaty. It allows the "requested state to deny return of the person sought if the alleged crime is of a political nature". Assange claims that the case against him is politically motivated.

Julian Assange has talked about suicide amid 'very dark times in prison', says wife Stella

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange begins what could be his last chance to stop his extradition to the US. He has been battling the authorities for more than 13 years in the English courts. Watch this video for all details.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange extradition case returns to UK Court

All about Julian Assange as he initiates a last-ditch battle to halt US extradition

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has entered&nbsp;what may be his final opportunity to halt his extradition from Britain to the United States. After over 13 years of legal battles in English courts, Assange faces US&nbsp;prosecutors seeking to try him on 18 charges linked to WikiLeaks' disclosure of confidential US&nbsp;military records and diplomatic cables, as reported by Reuters.

Assange's legal saga began&nbsp;in 2010, culminating in his seven-year refuge within Ecuador's embassy in London.

However, in 2019, authorities arrested&nbsp;him for breaching bail conditions, leading to his imprisonment in a maximum-security facility in southeast London. Despite marrying during his detention, his extradition to the US&nbsp;was finally sanctioned by Britain in 2022, a decision initially impeded by concerns over his mental well-being.

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<h2>Grounds for defence</h2>

Assange's defence team is now trying&nbsp;to reverse this extradition approval in a two-day hearing before two High Court judges in London.

They argue that Assange's prosecution is politically motivated and represents an unprecedented assault on press freedom, being the first instance of a publisher facing charges under the US&nbsp;Espionage Act.

The WikiLeaks founder garners widespread support from various quarters, including Amnesty International, Reporters Without Borders, and media organisations collaborating with WikiLeaks. Australian politicians, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have also advocated for his return to Australia, while even Pope Francis granted his wife an audience.

Assange's wife, Stella, has highlighted&nbsp;the existential threat her husband faces, citing his declining physical and mental health.

"His health is in decline, physically and mentally," she told Reuters.

"His life is at risk every single day he stays in prison – and if he is extradited he will die," she added.

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<h2>Legacy of WikiLeaks</h2>

WikiLeaks rose to prominence in 2010 with the release of a video showing a 2007 US&nbsp;military attack in Baghdad and subsequently unveiled a trove of classified documents and diplomatic cables.

These disclosures shed light on US&nbsp;actions and assessments concerning global leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and members of the Saudi royal family.

(With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has entered what may be his final opportunity to halt his extradition from Britain to the United States. After over 13 years of legal battles in English courts, Assange faces US prosecutors seeking to try him on 18 charges linked to WikiLeaks' disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, as reported by Reuters.

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has entered what may be his final opportunity to halt his extradition from Britain to the United States. After over 13 years of legal battles in English courts, Assange faces US prosecutors seeking to try him on 18 charges linked to WikiLeaks' disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, as reported by Reuters. Assange's legal saga began in 2010, culminating in his seven-year refuge within Ecuador's embassy in London. However, in 2019, authorities arrested him for breaching bail conditions, leading to his imprisonment in a maximum-security facility in southeast London. Despite marrying during his detention, his extradition to the US was finally sanctioned by Britain in 2022, a decision initially impeded by concerns over his mental well-being. Also read | Joshua Schulte, ex-CIA contractor who gave secrets to WikiLeaks, sentenced to 40 yrs for spying, child porn Grounds for defence Assange's defence team is now trying to reverse this extradition approval in a two-day hearing before two High Court judges in London. They argue that Assange's prosecution is politically motivated and represents an unprecedented assault on press freedom, being the first instance of a publisher facing charges under the US Espionage Act. The WikiLeaks founder garners widespread support from various quarters, including Amnesty International, Reporters Without Borders, and media organisations collaborating with WikiLeaks. Australian politicians, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, have also advocated for his return to Australia, while even Pope Francis granted his wife an audience. Assange's wife, Stella, has highlighted the existential threat her husband faces, citing his declining physical and mental health. "His health is in decline, physically and mentally," she told Reuters. "His life is at risk every single day he stays in prison – and if he is extradited he will die," she added. Also watch | Alexei Navalny death: Navalny’s widow accuses Putin of killing him and vows to continue his work Legacy of WikiLeaks WikiLeaks rose to prominence in 2010 with the release of a video showing a 2007 US military attack in Baghdad and subsequently unveiled a trove of classified documents and diplomatic cables. These disclosures shed light on US actions and assessments concerning global leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and members of the Saudi royal family. (With inputs from agencies)

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange initiates last-ditch battle to halt US extradition

Hello and welcome. This is The Capitals.

The divisions of our diverse world were in full display in the capitals across the world.

From two European capitals&nbsp;— Paris and Stockholm&nbsp;— the ripples of an act of police violence and a purported demonstration in the name of freedom of speech were felt worldwide. While in a Paris suburb, a policeman was seen shooting a teenager, stoking violent protests in and beyond France, in Stockholm the burning of holy Quran outside a mosque on one of the holiest days in Islam sparked outrage worldwide.

The act performed in Stockholm by a group of demonstrators will mar Sweden's bid to enter US-led NATO amid Russian offensive in Ukraine, analysts said. 
 
Read this and more, in The Capitals.

<h2>Paris, France</h2>

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"You are going to get a bullet to your head", Nahel M, 17, was told by a policeman in Nanterre, a Paris suburb earlier this week after his vehicle was stopped for violation of one of the traffic rules.

As per video doing the rounds, the police officer then appears to fire as the car abruptly drives off before gradually coming to a stop.&nbsp;

Police initially reported that Sahel&nbsp;was shot after driving his car at police. But footage of the incident authenticated by multiple news outlets proved that to be false.

The incident has sparked five straight nights of violent unrest in Paris and cities across France that have seen protesters clash with police and massive damage to the public property. Thousands have been arrested so far.&nbsp;

Over the weekend, a mayor's house was car-rammed and ransacked.

The incident has reignited debate over violent policing patterns in France, especially in the areas with minority population.&nbsp;

More than 40,000 police officers mobilised to patrol cities across the country. Since Tuesday, more than 2,000 people have been detained and more than 500 law enforcement personnel&nbsp;have been injured.

<h2>Stockholm, Sweden</h2>

For months since the beginning of war in Ukraine, there have been repeated attempts by Sweden and nations deemed its supporters to ensure its entry to NATO, a US-led military alliance that has played chief role in conflicts worldwide over past three decades.

But an act done in the name of freedom of speech has now put the months of efforts into a standstill. A group of demonstrators this week were allowed by a Swedish court to burn a copy of holy Quran. Sweden is now condemned by the Muslim world&nbsp;— including by Turkey, a NATO member&nbsp;— for allowing the burning of the holy book.

The timing of the burning of Islam’s holy book, during the important Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, has further angered Muslims in many countries, who were celebrating the holiday that marks the end of the hajj pilgrimage.

In the incident in Stockholm on Wednesday, two men, watched by a crowd of people, tore pages out of a Quran and burned them outside a mosque.

In an application for the permit, one of the men said he wanted to express his opinion about the Quran by tearing it up and burning it. The police had granted a permit for the demonstration after a Swedish court ruled that banning it would harm the notions of right to freedom of speech.

<h2>Vatican City, Vatican</h2>

Pope Francis on Friday granted an audience to the wife of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks who is behind bars in Britain and is battling extradition to the United States.

"The Holy Father has received in audience Mrs. Stella Assange, with family members," a Vatican statement said, with no further details.

Stella Assange is fronting the campaign to have her husband freed. While it was not immediately clear that is Assange's matter&nbsp;was discussed, the meeting is being interpreted as another attempt by Stella to highlight her husband's incarceration.

<h2>Washington DC, United States</h2>

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In Washington DC, the US President Joe Biden's off-the-cuff remarks ended up boosting extremist Taliban government in Kabul.&nbsp;

Biden said that Washington is getting the help from Afghanistan's Taliban government to 'end' Al-Qaeda threat. Biden's seemingly off-the-cuff remark contradicts a UN report released last month that said&nbsp;Taliban maintains "strong and symbiotic" ties with Al-Qaeda, and that late Osama bin Laden's terror group "is rebuilding operational capability" on Afghan soil.

Biden was leaving a press conference on Friday on the US Supreme Court's decision to block his student debt relief programme when a reporter asked if he admitted to mistakes during the withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.

"No, no. All the evidence is coming back," he replied, according to a White House transcript.

"Do you remember what I said about Afghanistan? I said al Qaeda would not be there. I said it wouldn't be there. I said we'd get help from the Taliban. What's happening now? What's going on? Read your press. I was right."

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Hello and welcome. This is The Capitals. The divisions of our diverse world were in full display in the capitals across the world. From two European capitals — Paris and Stockholm — the ripples of an act of police violence and a purported demonstration in the name of freedom of speech were felt worldwide.

Hello and welcome. This is The Capitals. The divisions of our diverse world were in full display in the capitals across the world. From two European capitals — Paris and Stockholm — the ripples of an act of police violence and a purported demonstration in the name of freedom of speech were felt worldwide. While in a Paris suburb, a policeman was seen shooting a teenager, stoking violent protests in and beyond France, in Stockholm the burning of holy Quran outside a mosque on one of the holiest days in Islam sparked outrage worldwide. The act performed in Stockholm by a group of demonstrators will mar Sweden's bid to enter US-led NATO amid Russian offensive in Ukraine, analysts said. Read this and more, in The Capitals. Paris, France "You are going to get a bullet to your head", Nahel M, 17, was told by a policeman in Nanterre, a Paris suburb earlier this week after his vehicle was stopped for violation of one of the traffic rules. As per video doing the rounds, the police officer then appears to fire as the car abruptly drives off before gradually coming to a stop. Police initially reported that Sahel was shot after driving his car at police. But footage of the incident authenticated by multiple news outlets proved that to be false. The incident has sparked five straight nights of violent unrest in Paris and cities across France that have seen protesters clash with police and massive damage to the public property. Thousands have been arrested so far. Over the weekend, a mayor's house was car-rammed and ransacked. The incident has reignited debate over violent policing patterns in France, especially in the areas with minority population. More than 40,000 police officers mobilised to patrol cities across the country. Since Tuesday, more than 2,000 people have been detained and more than 500 law enforcement personnel have been injured. Stockholm, Sweden For months since the beginning of war in Ukraine, there have been repeated attempts by Sweden and nations deemed its supporters to ensure its entry to NATO, a US-led military alliance that has played chief role in conflicts worldwide over past three decades. But an act done in the name of freedom of speech has now put the months of efforts into a standstill. A group of demonstrators this week were allowed by a Swedish court to burn a copy of holy Quran. Sweden is now condemned by the Muslim world — including by Turkey, a NATO member — for allowing the burning of the holy book. The timing of the burning of Islam’s holy book, during the important Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha, has further angered Muslims in many countries, who were celebrating the holiday that marks the end of the hajj pilgrimage. In the incident in Stockholm on Wednesday, two men, watched by a crowd of people, tore pages out of a Quran and burned them outside a mosque. In an application for the permit, one of the men said he wanted to express his opinion about the Quran by tearing it up and burning it. The police had granted a permit for the demonstration after a Swedish court ruled that banning it would harm the notions of right to freedom of speech. Vatican City, Vatican Pope Francis on Friday granted an audience to the wife of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks who is behind bars in Britain and is battling extradition to the United States. "The Holy Father has received in audience Mrs. Stella Assange, with family members," a Vatican statement said, with no further details. Stella Assange is fronting the campaign to have her husband freed. While it was not immediately clear that is Assange's matter was discussed, the meeting is being interpreted as another attempt by Stella to highlight her husband's incarceration. Washington DC, United States In Washington DC, the US President Joe Biden's off-the-cuff remarks ended up boosting extremist Taliban government in Kabul. Biden said that Washington is getting the help from Afghanistan's Taliban government to 'end' Al-Qaeda threat. Biden's seemingly off-the-cuff remark contradicts a UN report released last month that said Taliban maintains "strong and symbiotic" ties with Al-Qaeda, and that late Osama bin Laden's terror group "is rebuilding operational capability" on Afghan soil. Biden was leaving a press conference on Friday on the US Supreme Court's decision to block his student debt relief programme when a reporter asked if he admitted to mistakes during the withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. "No, no. All the evidence is coming back," he replied, according to a White House transcript. "Do you remember what I said about Afghanistan? I said al Qaeda would not be there. I said it wouldn't be there. I said we'd get help from the Taliban. What's happening now? What's going on? Read your press. I was right." WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been unsuccessful in his latest attempt to prevent extradition from Britain to the United States, as per media reports. However, Assange's partner, Stella Assange, has stated that there will be a hearing next week where he will appeal against the extradition ruling.&nbsp;

In a tweet, Stella said a renewed appeal will be filed on Tuesday next week when the matter will then proceed to a public hearing before two new judges at the High Court.

"We remain optimistic that we will prevail and that Julian will not be extradited to the United States where he faces charges that could result in him spending the rest of his life in a maximum security prison for publishing true information that revealed war crimes committed by the US government," she added.&nbsp;

The US authorities have filed 18 charges against Assange related to the disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables by WikiLeaks.&nbsp;

<h2>UK govt approved extradition&nbsp;</h2>

The British government has approved his extradition, and a judge at London's High Court has determined that Assange has no legal basis to challenge this decision.&nbsp;

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Assange's wife remains hopeful that she will succeed in preventing his extradition to the US&nbsp;where he could face severe penalties for publishing information that exposed US government war crimes.&nbsp;

<h2>Julian Assange's health concerns&nbsp;</h2>

Previously, in January 2021, a British judge ruled against Assange's extradition due to concerns about his mental health and the risk of suicide if he were held in a high-security prison.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, this decision was overturned after an appeal by US authorities who offered assurances, which included the possibility of Assange's transfer to Australia to serve any sentence.&nbsp;

However, this was severely criticised by Assange's wife who called US assurances “grossly misleading" adding it is “a formula to keep Julian in prison effectively for the rest of his life”.

The extradition was officially approved by the former British interior minister Priti Patel in June last year.&nbsp;

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WikiLeaks gained prominence in 2010 when it released a massive trove of classified files and diplomatic cables, marking the largest security breach of its kind in US military history.

<h2>International calls over Assange's extradition&nbsp;</h2>

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese earlier called on the US to seek a diplomatic resolution to Julian Assange's ongoing incarceration and also expressed concerns over the health of the &nbsp;51-year-old.

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva also called for Assange's release. “It is an embarrassment that a journalist who denounced trickery by one state against another is arrested, condemned to die in jail and we do nothing to free him. It’s a crazy thing,” Lula told media personnel in May.&nbsp;

“We talk about freedom of expression; the guy is in prison because he denounced wrongdoing. And the press doesn’t do anything in defence of this journalist. I can’t understand it," he added.&nbsp;

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Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been unsuccessful in his latest attempt to prevent extradition from Britain to the United States, as per media reports.

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been unsuccessful in his latest attempt to prevent extradition from Britain to the United States, as per media reports. However, Assange's partner, Stella Assange, has stated that there will be a hearing next week where he will appeal against the extradition ruling. In a tweet, Stella said a renewed appeal will be filed on Tuesday next week when the matter will then proceed to a public hearing before two new judges at the High Court. "We remain optimistic that we will prevail and that Julian will not be extradited to the United States where he faces charges that could result in him spending the rest of his life in a maximum security prison for publishing true information that revealed war crimes committed by the US government," she added. The US authorities have filed 18 charges against Assange related to the disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables by WikiLeaks. UK govt approved extradition The British government has approved his extradition, and a judge at London's High Court has determined that Assange has no legal basis to challenge this decision. Also Read | Iowa: Minor tries to rent hitman to kill child, gets caught on parody site Assange's wife remains hopeful that she will succeed in preventing his extradition to the US where he could face severe penalties for publishing information that exposed US government war crimes. Julian Assange's health concerns Previously, in January 2021, a British judge ruled against Assange's extradition due to concerns about his mental health and the risk of suicide if he were held in a high-security prison. Nonetheless, this decision was overturned after an appeal by US authorities who offered assurances, which included the possibility of Assange's transfer to Australia to serve any sentence. However, this was severely criticised by Assange's wife who called US assurances “grossly misleading" adding it is “a formula to keep Julian in prison effectively for the rest of his life”. The extradition was officially approved by the former British interior minister Priti Patel in June last year. Also Read | Deserted dystopia: Chinese city evacuated after cracks appear near high-rises WikiLeaks gained prominence in 2010 when it released a massive trove of classified files and diplomatic cables, marking the largest security breach of its kind in US military history. International calls over Assange's extradition Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese earlier called on the US to seek a diplomatic resolution to Julian Assange's ongoing incarceration and also expressed concerns over the health of the 51-year-old. Watch | Sunak-Biden Meet: 'Atlantic declaration' seen as a counter to Russia and China × Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva also called for Assange's release. “It is an embarrassment that a journalist who denounced trickery by one state against another is arrested, condemned to die in jail and we do nothing to free him. It’s a crazy thing,” Lula told media personnel in May. “We talk about freedom of expression; the guy is in prison because he denounced wrongdoing. And the press doesn’t do anything in defence of this journalist. I can’t understand it," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has called for the release of jailed WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange during his trip to London. The left-wing leader was in the city to attend the coronation of King Charles III.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has called for the release of jailed WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange during his trip to London. The left-wing leader was in the city to attend the coronation of King Charles III. Assange is currently locked up in the Belmarsh Prison, located in southeast London. Lula has been one of the few prominent voices batting for the release of the whistleblower. “It is an embarrassment that a journalist who denounced trickery by one state against another is arrested, condemned to die in jail and we do nothing to free him. It’s a crazy thing,” Lula told reporters. “We talk about freedom of expression; the guy is in prison because he denounced wrongdoing. And the press doesn't do anything in defence of this journalist. I can't understand it.” WATCH | Enough is enough: Australian PM expresses frustration at US effort to extradite Julian Assange × Lula's statement came after Assange sent a letter to King Charles requesting him to visit the UK prison where he has been imprisoned for more than four years. In the letter, Assange imbibed a satirical tone and took digs at the Tories for attempting to implement the largest increase in jail capacity in more than a century as well as the "culinary delights" of dining on two pounds per day. “As a political prisoner, held at your Majesty’s pleasure on behalf of an embarrassed foreign sovereign, I am honoured to reside within the walls of this world-class institution,” Assange wrote in the letter. “On the coronation of my liege, I thought it only fitting to extend a heartfelt invitation to you to commemorate this momentous occasion by visiting your very own kingdom within a kingdom: his majesty’s prison Belmarsh,” he added. ALSO READ | 'Held at your majesty’s pleasure': Julian Assange pens letter to King Charles from Belmarsh prison Julian Assange and WikiLeaks It has been over 13 years since Assange-led Wikileaks revealed the classified documents in 2010 which exposed the US government. The documents included classified diplomatic cables and military papers relating to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Assange remains in custody in the UK as of May 2023. Legal proceedings are underway in the case. The then-UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on 17 June 2022 approved the extradition. But on 1 July 2022, Assange formally appealed against it. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

'It is an embarrassment...': Brazil's Lula calls for release of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange

Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has sent a letter to King Charles requesting him to visit the UK prison where he has been imprisoned for more than four years. The letter describes the horrors of his existence there and is the first thing the Australian journalist and creator of WikiLeaks has written and released since his stay in London's Belmarsh jail.

Assange is an Australian computer programmer and founder of the whistleblower website WikiLeaks who gained international attention in 2010 when WikiLeaks published a series of leaked US government documents, including classified diplomatic cables and military documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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In the letter, Assange makes satirical references to the UK government's intention to implement the largest increase in jail capacity in more than a century as well as the "culinary delights" of dining on two pounds per day.

“As a political prisoner, held at your majesty’s pleasure on behalf of an embarrassed foreign sovereign, I am honoured to reside within the walls of this world-class institution,” Assange wrote in the letter.

“On the coronation of my liege, I thought it only fitting to extend a heartfelt invitation to you to commemorate this momentous occasion by visiting your very own kingdom within a kingdom: his majesty’s prison Belmarsh,” he added.

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“One can truly know the measure of a society by how it treats its prisoners, and your kingdom has surely excelled in that regard...It is here that 687 of your loyal subjects are held, supporting the United Kingdom’s record as the nation with the largest prison population in Western Europe.”

Assange is charged with violating the US Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified documents. Assange's case has sparked debate about freedom of the press and government transparency, with some arguing that he is a whistleblower who exposed government misconduct. However, others view him as a criminal who endangered national security.&nbsp;

Assange remains in custody in the UK as of May 2023. Legal proceedings are underway into the case. Then UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on 17 June 2022 approved the extradition. But on 1 July 2022, Assange had formally appealed against it.

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The Wikileaks founder went on to elaborate and wrote about his late fellow prisoner. “Beyond the gustatory pleasures … you will also have the opportunity to pay your respects to my late friend Manoel Santos, a gay man facing deportation to Bolsonaro’s Brazil, who took his own life just eight yards from my cell using a crude rope fashioned from his bedsheets.”

“Listen closely, and you may hear the prisoners’ cries of ‘Brother, I’m going to die in here’, a testament to the quality of both life and death within your prison,” Assange writes adding, “I implore you, King Charles, to visit His Majesty’s Prison Belmarsh, for it is an honour befitting a king.

“As you embark upon your reign, may you always remember the words of the King James Bible: ‘Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy’. And may mercy be the guiding light of your kingdom, both within and without the walls of Belmarsh," he added.&nbsp;

Australian PM Albanese, who is attending King Charles’ coronation, said, “There is nothing to be served by his ongoing incarceration,” Albanese said, “And I am concerned about Mr Assange’s mental health. There was a court decision here in the United Kingdom that was overturned on appeal that went to Mr Assange’s health as well and I am concerned for him.”

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Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has sent a letter to King Charles requesting him to visit the UK prison where he has been imprisoned for more than four years.

Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has sent a letter to King Charles requesting him to visit the UK prison where he has been imprisoned for more than four years. The letter describes the horrors of his existence there and is the first thing the Australian journalist and creator of WikiLeaks has written and released since his stay in London's Belmarsh jail. Assange is an Australian computer programmer and founder of the whistleblower website WikiLeaks who gained international attention in 2010 when WikiLeaks published a series of leaked US government documents, including classified diplomatic cables and military documents related to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. WATCH | Dramatic visuals as truck driver rescued in Kenya after sudden floods In the letter, Assange makes satirical references to the UK government's intention to implement the largest increase in jail capacity in more than a century as well as the "culinary delights" of dining on two pounds per day. “As a political prisoner, held at your majesty’s pleasure on behalf of an embarrassed foreign sovereign, I am honoured to reside within the walls of this world-class institution,” Assange wrote in the letter. “On the coronation of my liege, I thought it only fitting to extend a heartfelt invitation to you to commemorate this momentous occasion by visiting your very own kingdom within a kingdom: his majesty’s prison Belmarsh,” he added. Also Read | Onus on India to restart peace talks: Pak FM Bilawal Bhutto Zardari “One can truly know the measure of a society by how it treats its prisoners, and your kingdom has surely excelled in that regard...It is here that 687 of your loyal subjects are held, supporting the United Kingdom’s record as the nation with the largest prison population in Western Europe.” Assange is charged with violating the US Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified documents. Assange's case has sparked debate about freedom of the press and government transparency, with some arguing that he is a whistleblower who exposed government misconduct. However, others view him as a criminal who endangered national security. Assange remains in custody in the UK as of May 2023. Legal proceedings are underway into the case. Then UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on 17 June 2022 approved the extradition. But on 1 July 2022, Assange had formally appealed against it. Watch | Srinagar gears up to host g20 summit | Inside South Asia: part 2 × The Wikileaks founder went on to elaborate and wrote about his late fellow prisoner. “Beyond the gustatory pleasures … you will also have the opportunity to pay your respects to my late friend Manoel Santos, a gay man facing deportation to Bolsonaro’s Brazil, who took his own life just eight yards from my cell using a crude rope fashioned from his bedsheets.” “Listen closely, and you may hear the prisoners’ cries of ‘Brother, I’m going to die in here’, a testament to the quality of both life and death within your prison,” Assange writes adding, “I implore you, King Charles, to visit His Majesty’s Prison Belmarsh, for it is an honour befitting a king. “As you embark upon your reign, may you always remember the words of the King James Bible: ‘Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy’. And may mercy be the guiding light of your kingdom, both within and without the walls of Belmarsh," he added. Australian PM Albanese, who is attending King Charles’ coronation, said, “There is nothing to be served by his ongoing incarceration,” Albanese said, “And I am concerned about Mr Assange’s mental health. There was a court decision here in the United Kingdom that was overturned on appeal that went to Mr Assange’s health as well and I am concerned for him.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Hundreds of protesters&nbsp;formed a human chain outside Britain's parliament on Saturday in support of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, demanding that the United States give up the attempt to extradite him.

According to AFP, the protesters' chain started in front of the Houses of Parliament, crossed Westminster Bridge over the River Thames, and then wound around the river in front of the iconic structure.

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Supporters held life size cut-outs of Assange, and carried posters that read "Free Assange, end extradition", "journalism is not a crime" and "prosecute war crimes, not Assange".

Among them as per Reuters was the former leader of Britain's opposition Labour Party Jeremy Corbyn.

Julian Assange is wanted by the U.S. on 18 counts, including a spying charge. He allegedly violated the U.S. Espionage act by publishing classified military and diplomatic documents relating to Afghanistan and Iran wars in 2010.&nbsp;

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Washington charges him with endangering lives, however, his supporters claim that he is being victimised for exposing US wrongdoings in the two conflicts.

If found guilty Assange faces decades in jail. 
 
It's already gone on for three-and-a-half years," said Julian Assange's wife Stella.

Calling the extradition bid "a stain on the United Kingdom and a stain on the Biden administration," she said that the UK authorities should talk to the US to end it.

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Hundreds of protesters formed a human chain outside Britain's parliament on Saturday in support of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, demanding that the United States give up the attempt to extradite him.

Hundreds of protesters formed a human chain outside Britain's parliament on Saturday in support of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, demanding that the United States give up the attempt to extradite him. According to AFP, the protesters' chain started in front of the Houses of Parliament, crossed Westminster Bridge over the River Thames, and then wound around the river in front of the iconic structure. Watch | Gravitas: UK approves the extradition of Julian Assange Supporters held life size cut-outs of Assange, and carried posters that read "Free Assange, end extradition", "journalism is not a crime" and "prosecute war crimes, not Assange". Among them as per Reuters was the former leader of Britain's opposition Labour Party Jeremy Corbyn. Julian Assange is wanted by the U.S. on 18 counts, including a spying charge. He allegedly violated the U.S. Espionage act by publishing classified military and diplomatic documents relating to Afghanistan and Iran wars in 2010. Also read | US debt reaches all-time high of $31 trillion, by 2029 interest payments may overtake defence expenditure Washington charges him with endangering lives, however, his supporters claim that he is being victimised for exposing US wrongdoings in the two conflicts. If found guilty Assange faces decades in jail. It's already gone on for three-and-a-half years," said Julian Assange's wife Stella. Calling the extradition bid "a stain on the United Kingdom and a stain on the Biden administration," she said that the UK authorities should talk to the US to end it. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here."

Hundreds form human chain around UK parliament protesting against Julian Assange extradition

WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange has appealed to the High Court in London against a decision to extradite him to the United States.

Last month, UK Home Secretary Priti Patel approved the Wikileaks founder's extradition to the US.

According to BBC, Assange’s lawyers submitted an application to the court. He had until Friday to decide whether or not to appeal against his extradition.

The court must give its approval for the appeal to be heard, but it is likely the legal case will take months to conclude.

50-year-old Assange is wanted by US authorities on 18 counts, including a spying charge, relating to WikiLeaks' release of vast troves of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, which Washington said had put lives in danger.

The documents are related to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

He faces up to 175 years in jail, according to his lawyers. However, the US government has said the sentence is more likely to be between four and six years.

Australian-born is being held at Belmarsh prison in London after fighting a lengthy battle to avoid being extradited.

The whole saga began at the end of 2010 when Sweden sought Assange's extradition from Britain over allegations of sex crimes. When he lost that case in 2012, he fled to the Ecuadorean embassy in London, where he spent seven years.

When he was finally dragged out in April 2019, he was jailed for breaching British bail conditions although the Swedish case against him had been dropped. He has been fighting extradition to the United States since June 2019 and remains in jail.

Earlier this month, Australia's new Prime Minister Anthony Albanese dismissed calls to publicly demand the US drop its prosecution.

Assange's wife had hoped that the Albaneses' government would intervene.

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WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange has appealed to the High Court in London against a decision to extradite him to the United States. Last month, UK Home Secretary Priti Patel approved the Wikileaks founder's extradition to the US.

WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange has appealed to the High Court in London against a decision to extradite him to the United States. Last month, UK Home Secretary Priti Patel approved the Wikileaks founder's extradition to the US. According to BBC, Assange’s lawyers submitted an application to the court. He had until Friday to decide whether or not to appeal against his extradition. The court must give its approval for the appeal to be heard, but it is likely the legal case will take months to conclude. 50-year-old Assange is wanted by US authorities on 18 counts, including a spying charge, relating to WikiLeaks' release of vast troves of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, which Washington said had put lives in danger. The documents are related to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. He faces up to 175 years in jail, according to his lawyers. However, the US government has said the sentence is more likely to be between four and six years. Australian-born is being held at Belmarsh prison in London after fighting a lengthy battle to avoid being extradited. The whole saga began at the end of 2010 when Sweden sought Assange's extradition from Britain over allegations of sex crimes. When he lost that case in 2012, he fled to the Ecuadorean embassy in London, where he spent seven years. When he was finally dragged out in April 2019, he was jailed for breaching British bail conditions although the Swedish case against him had been dropped. He has been fighting extradition to the United States since June 2019 and remains in jail. Earlier this month, Australia's new Prime Minister Anthony Albanese dismissed calls to publicly demand the US drop its prosecution. Assange's wife had hoped that the Albaneses' government would intervene. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange files appeal in London court against extradition

UK has approved the extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. The 50-year-old is wanted in U.S. for espionage. In 2010, Wikileaks published classified files exposing America's war crimes in Iraq. Was Assange wrong in exposing America? Palki Sharma brings you his story.

Gravitas: UK approves the extradition of Julian Assange

In a setback to Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, the UK Home Secretary Priti Patel has approved the US government's request to extradite him on charges including one of spying.

The Home Office said the interior minister "must sign an extradition order if there are no grounds to prohibit the (extradition) order being made" and the courts had found none. Assange has 14 days to appeal.

Wikileaks has reacted on the development saying that this&nbsp;was&nbsp;'dark day for press freedom' and UK.

"This is a dark day for Press freedom and for British democracy," the group said in a statement, insisting Assange, 50, "did nothing wrong" and was "being punished for doing his job".

The Home Office said his extradition had now been approved but he could still appeal the decision. WikiLeaks said he would.

"In this case, the UK courts have not found that it would be oppressive, unjust or an abuse of process to extradite Mr Assange," the Home Office said in a statement.

"Nor have they found that extradition would be incompatible with his human rights, including his right to a fair trial and to freedom of expression, and that whilst in the U.S. he will be treated appropriately, including in relation to his health."

Wikileaks hit global headlines when it published millions of secret US diplomatic cables and other communication 2009 onwards.

Assange is wanted in the US&nbsp;on 18 counts, including a spying charge. The US says that leak of diplomatic cables and other records put lives in danger.

Assange's supporters hail him as an anti-establishment hero who is being made a victim. They maintain that Wikileaks has exposed US&nbsp;wrongdoings in Afghanistan and Iraq wars

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In a setback to Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, the UK Home Secretary Priti Patel has approved the US government's request to extradite him on charges including one of spying.

In a setback to Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, the UK Home Secretary Priti Patel has approved the US government's request to extradite him on charges including one of spying. The Home Office said the interior minister "must sign an extradition order if there are no grounds to prohibit the (extradition) order being made" and the courts had found none. Assange has 14 days to appeal. Wikileaks has reacted on the development saying that this was 'dark day for press freedom' and UK. "This is a dark day for Press freedom and for British democracy," the group said in a statement, insisting Assange, 50, "did nothing wrong" and was "being punished for doing his job". The Home Office said his extradition had now been approved but he could still appeal the decision. WikiLeaks said he would. "In this case, the UK courts have not found that it would be oppressive, unjust or an abuse of process to extradite Mr Assange," the Home Office said in a statement. "Nor have they found that extradition would be incompatible with his human rights, including his right to a fair trial and to freedom of expression, and that whilst in the U.S. he will be treated appropriately, including in relation to his health." Wikileaks hit global headlines when it published millions of secret US diplomatic cables and other communication 2009 onwards. Assange is wanted in the US on 18 counts, including a spying charge. The US says that leak of diplomatic cables and other records put lives in danger. Assange's supporters hail him as an anti-establishment hero who is being made a victim. They maintain that Wikileaks has exposed US wrongdoings in Afghanistan and Iraq wars (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Julian Assange extradition to US gets green signal from UK

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has left the world divided. For many, he's a man fighting for the truth, for his critics Assange is a criminal who endangered lives; since 2012 Assange has been on a run trying to escape an extradition to the United States.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange one step closer to extradition

Timeline: The saga of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition

Russia on Saturday backed Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Maria Zakharova, Spokeswoman for Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Assange faced 'ostentatiously absurd charges'. She said that he has 'already suffered years of isolation for his belief, and apparently took a dig at 'developed democracies'.

"In US J.#Assange faces up to 175 years in prison, which tells a lot about “developed democracies”. He is being punished on ostentatiously absurd charges, while he has already suffered many years of isolation for his beliefs, faced overt mental pressure &amp; torture," Zakharova was quoted as saying by Russian Embassy in South Arica on Twitter.

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A court in UK on April 20, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/julian-assange-uk-court-issues-extradition-order-to-us-for-wikileaks-founder-472359">passed a formal order</a> for extradition of Assange to th US, something that he has fiercely resisted for years. He faces charges in the US that could send him to jail for 175 years.

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The charges were slapped against Assange, founder of Wikileaks, after the website leaked thousands of US diplomatic papers and cables. This included those related to USAs war in Iraq and Afghanistan. This had caused major embarrassment for the US globally.

To evade his extradition to the US, Assange spent years inside the Ecuadorean embassy in London.

According to Assange's legal team, releasing sensitive information exposed US malfeasance and was in the public interest.

Russia on Saturday backed Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Maria Zakharova, Spokeswoman for Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Assange faced 'ostentatiously absurd charges'.

Russia on Saturday backed Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. Maria Zakharova, Spokeswoman for Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Assange faced 'ostentatiously absurd charges'. She said that he has 'already suffered years of isolation for his belief, and apparently took a dig at 'developed democracies'. "In US J.#Assange faces up to 175 years in prison, which tells a lot about “developed democracies”. He is being punished on ostentatiously absurd charges, while he has already suffered many years of isolation for his beliefs, faced overt mental pressure & torture," Zakharova was quoted as saying by Russian Embassy in South Arica on Twitter. 💬#Zakharova: In US J.#Assange faces up to 175 years in prison, which tells a lot about “developed democracies”. He is being punished on ostentatiously absurd charges, while he has already suffered many years of isolation for his beliefs, faced overt mental pressure & torture pic.twitter.com/YTrP3kVyeA — Russia in RSA 🇷🇺 (@EmbassyofRussia) April 23, 2022 × A court in UK on April 20, passed a formal order for extradition of Assange to th US, something that he has fiercely resisted for years. He faces charges in the US that could send him to jail for 175 years. Also Read | Who is Julian Assange and why is he being extradited to the US? The charges were slapped against Assange, founder of Wikileaks, after the website leaked thousands of US diplomatic papers and cables. This included those related to USAs war in Iraq and Afghanistan. This had caused major embarrassment for the US globally. To evade his extradition to the US, Assange spent years inside the Ecuadorean embassy in London. According to Assange's legal team, releasing sensitive information exposed US malfeasance and was in the public interest.

Russia backs Julian Assange, says charges 'ostentatiously absurd'

Julian Assange's case is the one that has brought the United States under the most scrutiny in terms of freedom of expression and the press.

On Wednesday, a UK judge issued a formal order extraditing Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, to the United States to face charges related to the publishing of secret material linked to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

Julian Assange is the founder of Wikileaks, a website known for publishing hundreds of sensitive papers and revealing countless scandals and secrets.

During the 2016 presidential campaign, Wikileaks leaked confidential Democratic Party emails, demonstrating that the party's national committee favoured Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders in the primaries.

In November 2010, while Assange was in the United Kingdom, Sweden acquired an international arrest warrant for him based on allegations of sexual misconduct.

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Julian Assange: Who is he and what does he do?

Julian Assange is the founder of WikiLeaks, a website known for publishing hundreds of sensitive papers and revealing various scandals and secrets. WikiLeaks is a "multinational media organisation and affiliated library," according to the organization's official website.&nbsp;

Julian Assange, the organization's publisher, launched it in 2006. WikiLeaks "specialises in analysing and publishing enormous datasets of censored or otherwise restricted official materials concerning war, spying, and corruption."

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Why is Julian Assange wanted in the US?

After WikiLeaks published hundreds of thousands of secret papers connected to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, Assange is wanted in the United States for an alleged conspiracy to reveal national defence material.

Following the publication of thousands of confidential papers and diplomatic cables by Wikileaks in 2010, he was charged in the United States with 18 criminal counts.

If found guilty, Assange could face a sentence of up to 175 years in jail.

He has always maintained that he is innocent of any misconduct.

According to Assange's legal team, releasing sensitive information exposed US malfeasance and was in the public interest.

(With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange's case is the one that has brought the United States under the most scrutiny in terms of freedom of expression and the press. On Wednesday, a UK judge issued a formal order extraditing Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, to the United States to face charges related to the publishing of secret material linked to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.

Julian Assange's case is the one that has brought the United States under the most scrutiny in terms of freedom of expression and the press. On Wednesday, a UK judge issued a formal order extraditing Julian Assange, the founder of Wikileaks, to the United States to face charges related to the publishing of secret material linked to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. Julian Assange is the founder of Wikileaks, a website known for publishing hundreds of sensitive papers and revealing countless scandals and secrets. During the 2016 presidential campaign, Wikileaks leaked confidential Democratic Party emails, demonstrating that the party's national committee favoured Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders in the primaries. In November 2010, while Assange was in the United Kingdom, Sweden acquired an international arrest warrant for him based on allegations of sexual misconduct. Also read | Julian Assange: UK court issues extradition order to US for Wikileaks founder Julian Assange: Who is he and what does he do? Julian Assange is the founder of WikiLeaks, a website known for publishing hundreds of sensitive papers and revealing various scandals and secrets. WikiLeaks is a "multinational media organisation and affiliated library," according to the organization's official website. Julian Assange, the organization's publisher, launched it in 2006. WikiLeaks "specialises in analysing and publishing enormous datasets of censored or otherwise restricted official materials concerning war, spying, and corruption." Also read | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange gets married in British high security prison Why is Julian Assange wanted in the US? After WikiLeaks published hundreds of thousands of secret papers connected to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, Assange is wanted in the United States for an alleged conspiracy to reveal national defence material. Following the publication of thousands of confidential papers and diplomatic cables by Wikileaks in 2010, he was charged in the United States with 18 criminal counts. If found guilty, Assange could face a sentence of up to 175 years in jail. He has always maintained that he is innocent of any misconduct. According to Assange's legal team, releasing sensitive information exposed US malfeasance and was in the public interest. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Julian Assange and why is he being extradited to the US?

Julian Assange's extradition to the United States took another step forward today, as a London judge ordered his transfer to the nation to face espionage charges.

The founder of WikiLeaks is wanted in the United States for the release of hundreds of thousands of confidential documents related to the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Assange has been attempting to stop the extradition through the courts for years, and in January 2021, a district judge blocked the extradition, stating that if he travelled to America, he would be at serious risk of suicide.

The US, on the other hand, was given the opportunity to appeal the verdict, and the Supreme Court ruled in their favour.&nbsp;

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Assange's lawyers were told last month that they would be unable to challenge the decision to extradite him to the United States by the UK's highest court.

What is Julian Assange's background, and what wrongdoings has he committed?

Julian Paul Assange is an Australian journalist, publisher, and activist who launched the WikiLeaks website in 2006.

When WikiLeaks published a series of leaks given by US Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning in 2010, it gained international attention.

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After WikiLeaks published hundreds of thousands of secret papers connected to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, Assange is wanted in the United States for an alleged conspiracy to reveal national defence material.

Since April 2019, Assange has been held in London's Belmarsh maximum-security prison.

He has always maintained that he is innocent of any misconduct. 
 
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Julian Assange's extradition to the United States took another step forward today, as a London judge ordered his transfer to the nation to face espionage charges.

Julian Assange's extradition to the United States took another step forward today, as a London judge ordered his transfer to the nation to face espionage charges. The founder of WikiLeaks is wanted in the United States for the release of hundreds of thousands of confidential documents related to the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Assange has been attempting to stop the extradition through the courts for years, and in January 2021, a district judge blocked the extradition, stating that if he travelled to America, he would be at serious risk of suicide. The US, on the other hand, was given the opportunity to appeal the verdict, and the Supreme Court ruled in their favour. Also read | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange gets married in British high security prison Assange's lawyers were told last month that they would be unable to challenge the decision to extradite him to the United States by the UK's highest court. What is Julian Assange's background, and what wrongdoings has he committed? Julian Paul Assange is an Australian journalist, publisher, and activist who launched the WikiLeaks website in 2006. When WikiLeaks published a series of leaks given by US Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning in 2010, it gained international attention. Also read | Who is Julian Assange and why is he being extradited to the US? After WikiLeaks published hundreds of thousands of secret papers connected to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, Assange is wanted in the United States for an alleged conspiracy to reveal national defence material. Since April 2019, Assange has been held in London's Belmarsh maximum-security prison. He has always maintained that he is innocent of any misconduct. Watch | Swedish prosecutor reopens Julian Assange rape investigation

Julian Assange: UK court issues extradition order to US for Wikileaks founder

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and his fiancee Stella Moris get married on Wednesday, at the high-security London prison where he is being held during his extradition case.

Assange, 50, is fighting attempts to remove him from the UK to face trial in the United States over the publication of secret files relating to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Last week, the UK Supreme Court turned down a request to hear his appeal against the move, bringing the long-running legal saga nearer to a conclusion.

Assange and Moris announced their engagement in November and were given permission to marry at Belmarsh prison in southeast London where he is on remand.

The Don't Extradite Assange (DEA) group said the wedding would be conducted by a registrar, with just four guests, two witnesses -- and two security guards -- in attendance. 
 
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The guests will have to leave immediately after the ceremony.

Vivienne Westwood, the British fashion designer who has been a long-standing supporter of the Australian publisher, has designed Moris' wedding dress, the DEA group said.

She has also provided a kilt for Assange in a nod to his Scottish heritage, it added.

Moris, who is in her late 30s and has two young sons with Assange, will cut a wedding cake and make a speech outside the prison in front of their supporters.

Assange has become a figurehead for media freedom campaigners, who accused Washington of trying to muzzle reporting of legitimate security concerns.

If found guilty of violating the US Espionage Act by publishing military and diplomatic files, he could face the rest of his life in prison.

For critics, however, he is seen as having been reckless with classified information that may have endangered the lives of sources.

Assange initially won a ruling against his extradition, after his lawyers successfully argued he would be a suicide risk if he were transferred to the United States.

But the US government appealed, and persuaded judges that he would not be held in solitary confinement at a high-security federal detention facility.

He has spent most of the past decade in custody or holed up in Ecuador's London embassy, trying to avoid another extradition after Sweden sought his transfer to answer claims of sexual assault. That case was later dropped.

After the Supreme Court blocked his application, UK Home Secretary Priti Patel will make a final decision on the case, unless Assange's lawyers launch another challenge on a separate point in the case.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and his fiancee Stella Moris get married on Wednesday, at the high-security London prison where he is being held during his extradition case.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and his fiancee Stella Moris get married on Wednesday, at the high-security London prison where he is being held during his extradition case. Assange, 50, is fighting attempts to remove him from the UK to face trial in the United States over the publication of secret files relating to the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Last week, the UK Supreme Court turned down a request to hear his appeal against the move, bringing the long-running legal saga nearer to a conclusion. Assange and Moris announced their engagement in November and were given permission to marry at Belmarsh prison in southeast London where he is on remand. The Don't Extradite Assange (DEA) group said the wedding would be conducted by a registrar, with just four guests, two witnesses -- and two security guards -- in attendance. Watch | WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange wins permission to appeal extradition to the US The guests will have to leave immediately after the ceremony. Vivienne Westwood, the British fashion designer who has been a long-standing supporter of the Australian publisher, has designed Moris' wedding dress, the DEA group said. She has also provided a kilt for Assange in a nod to his Scottish heritage, it added. Moris, who is in her late 30s and has two young sons with Assange, will cut a wedding cake and make a speech outside the prison in front of their supporters. Assange has become a figurehead for media freedom campaigners, who accused Washington of trying to muzzle reporting of legitimate security concerns. If found guilty of violating the US Espionage Act by publishing military and diplomatic files, he could face the rest of his life in prison. For critics, however, he is seen as having been reckless with classified information that may have endangered the lives of sources. Assange initially won a ruling against his extradition, after his lawyers successfully argued he would be a suicide risk if he were transferred to the United States. But the US government appealed, and persuaded judges that he would not be held in solitary confinement at a high-security federal detention facility. He has spent most of the past decade in custody or holed up in Ecuador's London embassy, trying to avoid another extradition after Sweden sought his transfer to answer claims of sexual assault. That case was later dropped. After the Supreme Court blocked his application, UK Home Secretary Priti Patel will make a final decision on the case, unless Assange's lawyers launch another challenge on a separate point in the case.

Wikileaks' Julian Assange to marry fiancee Stella Moris in jail today

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been denied permission to appeal to the UK supreme court against moves to extradite him to the United States where he could face a lifetime in prison.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange denies US extradition appeal

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who is held in London as he fights a US attempt to extradite him on espionage charges, is all set to enter into wedlock for the&nbsp;second time.&nbsp;

According to The Guardian, the 50-year-old will tie the knot with Stella Moris, 38, in Belmarsh Prison, south-east London, on March 23, just weeks before the third anniversary of his arrest when he was dragged out of the Ecuadorian embassy in the capital in April 2019.

The couple registered to marry in November last year.

They began their relationship during Assange’s seven-year stay in the Ecuadorian embassy in London to avert extradition to Sweden on unrelated sex offences allegations.

Assange and Moris, a South Africa-born lawyer, have two young sons: Gabriel (4) and Max (2). He also has a 33-year-old son from his first wedding.

In January,&nbsp;a judge refused a US request to extradite&nbsp;Assange, but he remains in prison while a higher court considers the US government’s appeal.

After speaking to her fiancé on Sunday, Moris told the PA news agency that they were both “very excited” despite restrictions on the ceremony.

She said they were waiting to hear if they are permitted a photographer, and that guests would have to leave immediately afterwards, despite the marriage taking place during normal visiting hours.

“Obviously we are very excited, even though the circumstances are very restrictive,” she said.

“There continues to be unjustified interference in our plans. Having a photographer for an hour is not an unreasonable request.”

Assange, an Australian citizen, has been on the radar of the US officials after WikiLeaks published of hundreds of thousands of leaked documents relating to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.

(With inputs from agencies)

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who is held in London as he fights a US attempt to extradite him on espionage charges, is all set to enter into wedlock for the second time.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who is held in London as he fights a US attempt to extradite him on espionage charges, is all set to enter into wedlock for the second time. According to The Guardian, the 50-year-old will tie the knot with Stella Moris, 38, in Belmarsh Prison, south-east London, on March 23, just weeks before the third anniversary of his arrest when he was dragged out of the Ecuadorian embassy in the capital in April 2019. The couple registered to marry in November last year. They began their relationship during Assange’s seven-year stay in the Ecuadorian embassy in London to avert extradition to Sweden on unrelated sex offences allegations. Assange and Moris, a South Africa-born lawyer, have two young sons: Gabriel (4) and Max (2). He also has a 33-year-old son from his first wedding. In January, a judge refused a US request to extradite Assange, but he remains in prison while a higher court considers the US government’s appeal. After speaking to her fiancé on Sunday, Moris told the PA news agency that they were both “very excited” despite restrictions on the ceremony. She said they were waiting to hear if they are permitted a photographer, and that guests would have to leave immediately afterwards, despite the marriage taking place during normal visiting hours. “Obviously we are very excited, even though the circumstances are very restrictive,” she said. “There continues to be unjustified interference in our plans. Having a photographer for an hour is not an unreasonable request.” Assange, an Australian citizen, has been on the radar of the US officials after WikiLeaks published of hundreds of thousands of leaked documents relating to the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. (With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange all set to marry second time, wedding to take place in UK prison

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange wins permission to appeal extradition to the US. The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange wins permission to appeal extradition to the US

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US.&nbsp;The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point.&nbsp;

The London court has given&nbsp;Assange permission to appeal. However, Supreme Court must agree to accept the case before it can move forward.&nbsp;

He was&nbsp;due to find out whether he can appeal to Britain's Supreme Court against the decision to extradite him to the US Supreme Court.&nbsp;

Assange is facing 18 charges relating to the release of 500,000 secret US files.&nbsp;

The US authorities on December 10&nbsp;won a bid in London's High Court to have Assange extradited from the UK to the US to face criminal charges.

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The decision came as a reversal of the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system.&nbsp;

Assange could be jailed for up to 175 years in the US. He is facing charges in the US system under the Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified military and diplomatic cables in 2010 and 2011. The US authorities claimed that the release of confidential records had put lives in danger.&nbsp;

His fiancee Stella Moris has climed that&nbsp;he had spent longer in Belmarsh than several others who are&nbsp;sentenced for violent crimes.

(With inputs from agencies)

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US. The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has won the right to ask the Supreme Court to block his extradition to the US. The High Court ruled on Monday that Assange had an arguable point. The London court has given Assange permission to appeal. However, Supreme Court must agree to accept the case before it can move forward. He was due to find out whether he can appeal to Britain's Supreme Court against the decision to extradite him to the US Supreme Court. Assange is facing 18 charges relating to the release of 500,000 secret US files. The US authorities on December 10 won a bid in London's High Court to have Assange extradited from the UK to the US to face criminal charges. Also read | In Mexico, second journalist is murdered in less than a week The decision came as a reversal of the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system. Assange could be jailed for up to 175 years in the US. He is facing charges in the US system under the Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified military and diplomatic cables in 2010 and 2011. The US authorities claimed that the release of confidential records had put lives in danger. His fiancee Stella Moris has climed that he had spent longer in Belmarsh than several others who are sentenced for violent crimes. (With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange wins right to appeal US extradition decision

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, accused of espionage by the USA and held in Belmarsh Prison outside the British capital London, received a political asylum offer from Mexico.

Mexico offers political asylum to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange

Julian Assange's partner Stella Moris has said the&nbsp;Wikileaks founder suffered a stroke on the first day of the UK High Court appeal hearing on October 27.

Assange, 50, is holed up in UK's Belmarsh prison. Moris&nbsp;told the press that the stroke could lead to a "major attack".

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Moris in a tweet said: "He needs to be freed. Now."

Assange has been fighting an extradition case against the US government after his publication released&nbsp;top-secret military documents about the US wars in Afghanistan and Iraq in 2010.

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On Friday, the US government won an appeal to extradite Assange at the Royal Courts of Justice in London after a protracted battle.

The US government has pledged not to hold the Wikileaks founder in the high-security ADX prison in Colorado and have assured the judge that he could be transferred to Australia to serve his sentence if he is convicted.

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However, Assange's lawyer Barry Pollack called the decision by the UK court "highly disturbing" while declaring that US assurances were "vague".&nbsp;

The UK distict court judge earlier this year had blocked Assange's extradition declaring him a "suicide risk" if he was transferred to the US.

Assange had spent seven years at Ecuador's embassy in London but was forced to leave after he was dragged out by British officials in 2019 as&nbsp;the new government refused to keep him.

The US Justice Department has charged Assange for conspiring with US Army intelligence analyst&nbsp;Chelsea Manning to leak documents related to the war in Iraq and Afghanistan.&nbsp;

The controversial whistleblower had leaked a military video in 2010 which showed the US Apache&nbsp;helicopter attack in Baghdad in which several civilians were killed. The video led to worldwide uproar as the US government moved to arrest Assange.

(With inputs from Agencies)

Julian Assange's partner Stella Moris has said the Wikileaks founder suffered a stroke on the first day of the UK High Court appeal hearing on October 27. Assange, 50, is holed up in UK's Belmarsh prison.

Julian Assange's partner Stella Moris has said the Wikileaks founder suffered a stroke on the first day of the UK High Court appeal hearing on October 27. Assange, 50, is holed up in UK's Belmarsh prison. Moris told the press that the stroke could lead to a "major attack". BREAKING: Julian #Assange suffered a stroke on the first day of the High Court appeal hearing on October 27th. He needs to be freed. Now. #FreeAssange https://t.co/yNg8HGUoAD — Stella Moris #FreeAssangeNOW (@StellaMoris1) December 11, 2021 × Moris in a tweet said: "He needs to be freed. Now." Assange has been fighting an extradition case against the US government after his publication released top-secret military documents about the US wars in Afghanistan and Iraq in 2010. Read in Pics: Cryptography & virtual drop boxes: How Assange's WikiLeaks changed journalism On Friday, the US government won an appeal to extradite Assange at the Royal Courts of Justice in London after a protracted battle. The US government has pledged not to hold the Wikileaks founder in the high-security ADX prison in Colorado and have assured the judge that he could be transferred to Australia to serve his sentence if he is convicted. Watch: Assange is now one step closer to being extradited to the United States However, Assange's lawyer Barry Pollack called the decision by the UK court "highly disturbing" while declaring that US assurances were "vague". The UK distict court judge earlier this year had blocked Assange's extradition declaring him a "suicide risk" if he was transferred to the US. Assange had spent seven years at Ecuador's embassy in London but was forced to leave after he was dragged out by British officials in 2019 as the new government refused to keep him. The US Justice Department has charged Assange for conspiring with US Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning to leak documents related to the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. The controversial whistleblower had leaked a military video in 2010 which showed the US Apache helicopter attack in Baghdad in which several civilians were killed. The video led to worldwide uproar as the US government moved to arrest Assange. (With inputs from Agencies)

Assange suffered a stroke in prison during UK court hearing, says fiancee

Ruling on US government's appeal opposing a previous order against extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is due to come on Friday.

Court listings for the Royal Courts of Justice in London published on Thursday said a judgment in the long-running case will be handed down at 1015 GMT on Friday.

USA wants to put 50-year-old Julian Assange on trial for leaking thousands of classified military documents about US war in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The extradition was blocked in January this year. The grounds for blocking extradition were Assange potentially being a suicide risk if he was removed to the United States and held in isolation.

But lawyers for the US government in October argued the original judge had not given sufficient weight to other expert testimony about Assange's mental state.

They have also sought to assure the court he would not be held in a federal supermax prison, and would receive appropriate treatment.

The case has become a cause celebre for free speech with Assange's supporters arguing WikiLeaks has the same rights as other media to publish secret material in the public interest.&nbsp;

Assange himself has been in custody since 2019, despite having served a previous sentence for breaching bail conditions in a separate case.

The maverick publisher spent seven years at Ecuador's embassy in London to avoid being removed to Sweden to face sexual assault allegations that were later dropped.

While at the South American country's mission, he fathered two children with his partner, Stella Moris, a member of his legal team.

(With inputs from agencies)

Ruling on US government's appeal opposing a previous order against extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is due to come on Friday. Court listings for the Royal Courts of Justice in London published on Thursday said a judgment in the long-running case will be handed down at 1015 GMT on Friday.

Ruling on US government's appeal opposing a previous order against extradition of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is due to come on Friday. Court listings for the Royal Courts of Justice in London published on Thursday said a judgment in the long-running case will be handed down at 1015 GMT on Friday. USA wants to put 50-year-old Julian Assange on trial for leaking thousands of classified military documents about US war in Iraq and Afghanistan. The extradition was blocked in January this year. The grounds for blocking extradition were Assange potentially being a suicide risk if he was removed to the United States and held in isolation. But lawyers for the US government in October argued the original judge had not given sufficient weight to other expert testimony about Assange's mental state. They have also sought to assure the court he would not be held in a federal supermax prison, and would receive appropriate treatment. The case has become a cause celebre for free speech with Assange's supporters arguing WikiLeaks has the same rights as other media to publish secret material in the public interest. Assange himself has been in custody since 2019, despite having served a previous sentence for breaching bail conditions in a separate case. The maverick publisher spent seven years at Ecuador's embassy in London to avoid being removed to Sweden to face sexual assault allegations that were later dropped. While at the South American country's mission, he fathered two children with his partner, Stella Moris, a member of his legal team. (With inputs from agencies)

Julian Assange extradition appeal ruling to come on Friday

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is now one step closer to being extradited to the United States in the Espionage case. The US wins the appeal against the London court ruling.

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is now one step closer to being extradited to the United States

The United States authorities on Friday (December 10) have won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the United Kingdom to the US to face criminal charges.&nbsp;

The decision overturned the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system.&nbsp;

Assange is facing charges in the US system under the Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified military and diplomatic cables in 2010 and 2011. The US authorities claimed that the release of confidential records had put lives in danger.&nbsp;

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Giving the judgement, Lord Chief Justice Lord Burnett said: "That risk is in our judgment excluded by the assurances which are offered.

"It follows that we are satisfied that, if the assurances had been before the judge, she would have answered the relevant question differently."

Two appeal judges in London Hight Court accepted the assurances given by the United States that Assange would not face the strictest measures before any trial or after conviction.

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"That conclusion is sufficient to determine this appeal in the USA's favour," they said.

As per the BBC report, Lord Justice Holroyde has indicated that Assange founder was seeking to bring another appeal, however, there's no clarity that whether extradition judgement can be further challenged.

Russia reacts to the ruling

Russia called the ruling "shameful" as foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called it "a political case against a journalist and public figure - another manifestation of the cannibalistic worldview of the Anglo-Saxon alliance".

On the other hand, Amnesty International raised questions over the assurances given by the US and added how Assange would be treated if extradited to face trial, calling them "inherently unreliable".

It is being understood that he could be jailed for up to 175 years in the US, although the exact sentence is difficult to estimate at the moment.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The United States authorities on Friday (December 10) have won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the United Kingdom to the US to face criminal charges.

The United States authorities on Friday (December 10) have won a bid in London's High Court to have Wikileaks founder Julian Assange extradited from the United Kingdom to the US to face criminal charges. The decision overturned the UK court's January ruling that stated that the 50-year-old could not be extradited because of concerns over his mental health and the Australian would be a suicide risk in the US justice system. Assange is facing charges in the US system under the Espionage Act for his role in publishing classified military and diplomatic cables in 2010 and 2011. The US authorities claimed that the release of confidential records had put lives in danger. ALSO READ | 'Jamal Khashoggi Way': To honour Saudi journalist, US to change name of street in front of embassy Giving the judgement, Lord Chief Justice Lord Burnett said: "That risk is in our judgment excluded by the assurances which are offered. "It follows that we are satisfied that, if the assurances had been before the judge, she would have answered the relevant question differently." Two appeal judges in London Hight Court accepted the assurances given by the United States that Assange would not face the strictest measures before any trial or after conviction. ALSO READ | Actor Jussie Smollett found guilty of staging fake hate crime to raise his celebrity profile "That conclusion is sufficient to determine this appeal in the USA's favour," they said. As per the BBC report, Lord Justice Holroyde has indicated that Assange founder was seeking to bring another appeal, however, there's no clarity that whether extradition judgement can be further challenged. Russia reacts to the ruling Russia called the ruling "shameful" as foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called it "a political case against a journalist and public figure - another manifestation of the cannibalistic worldview of the Anglo-Saxon alliance". On the other hand, Amnesty International raised questions over the assurances given by the US and added how Assange would be treated if extradited to face trial, calling them "inherently unreliable". It is being understood that he could be jailed for up to 175 years in the US, although the exact sentence is difficult to estimate at the moment. (With inputs from agencies)

United States wins appeal over extradition of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange

In a win for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has been allowed to marry partner in Belmarsh jail. &nbsp;

Since 2019, he has been held in the London prison after the US took legal action to extradite the founder. &nbsp;

After applying to the prison governor, Assange was granted permission to marry his partner, Stella Moris. &nbsp;

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“Mr Assange’s application was received, considered and processed in the usual way by the prison governor, as for any other prisoner,” said a Prison Service spokesperson. &nbsp;

The couple have two children. They had met when Assange was living in the Ecuadorian embassy in London. &nbsp;&nbsp;

“I am relieved that reason prevailed and I hope there will be no further interference with our marriage,” Moris told the PA news agency. &nbsp;

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Under the Marriages Act, 1983, prisoners are entitled to apply to get married in prison. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The applications are considered by the Governors and, if granted, the cost of the service is picked up by the prisoner rather than the taxpayer. &nbsp;

According to the Ministry of Defence, marriage ceremonies involving prisoners are required to take place in prison. There is an exception for Category D prisoners. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

In a win for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has been allowed to marry partner in Belmarsh jail. Since 2019, he has been held in the London prison after the US took legal action to extradite the founder.

In a win for Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder has been allowed to marry partner in Belmarsh jail. Since 2019, he has been held in the London prison after the US took legal action to extradite the founder. After applying to the prison governor, Assange was granted permission to marry his partner, Stella Moris. Also Read: Temporary victory? US court blocks National Archives from sharing Trump records with riots panel “Mr Assange’s application was received, considered and processed in the usual way by the prison governor, as for any other prisoner,” said a Prison Service spokesperson. The couple have two children. They had met when Assange was living in the Ecuadorian embassy in London. “I am relieved that reason prevailed and I hope there will be no further interference with our marriage,” Moris told the PA news agency. Also Read: Boy in US state of Alabama sets record as most premature baby to survive Under the Marriages Act, 1983, prisoners are entitled to apply to get married in prison. The applications are considered by the Governors and, if granted, the cost of the service is picked up by the prisoner rather than the taxpayer. According to the Ministry of Defence, marriage ceremonies involving prisoners are required to take place in prison. There is an exception for Category D prisoners. (With inputs from agencies)

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to tie knot with partner Stella Moris in Belmarsh jail

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