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Julian Assange Faces Extradition Hearing in London
WikiLeaks Founder Fights Against US Charges
Assange's Legal Team Argues for Release
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange returned to London's High Court on Monday for a critical extradition hearing. The hearing is the latest step in Assange's long-running legal battle against extradition to the United States, where he faces charges related to the publication of classified documents.
Assange's legal team argues that he should not be extradited because the charges against him are politically motivated and that he would not receive a fair trial in the United States. They also argue that Assange's health has deteriorated significantly while in custody and that extradition would put him at risk of further harm.
The US government alleges that Assange conspired with former US Army intelligence analyst Chelsea Manning to obtain and publish classified documents. The documents, which were published by WikiLeaks in 2010, revealed sensitive information about the US military and diplomatic operations.
The extradition hearing is expected to last several days. If Assange is extradited to the United States, he could face up to 175 years in prison.
Conclusion
Julian Assange's extradition hearing is a high-stakes battle that has implications for freedom of speech and press freedom. The outcome of the hearing will determine whether Assange will be sent to the United States to face trial or whether he will be allowed to remain in the United Kingdom. The case has drawn attention from around the world and will likely continue to be a topic of debate for years to come.
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