Julian Assange Speaks Out After Release
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange made his first public remarks since his release from a UK prison in June. Speaking before a committee in Strasbourg, France, Assange highlighted the legal battle that defined his life for over a decade.
Assange emphasized that he wasn’t free because the system worked but because he stood by journalism. He explained that his plea deal involved seeking and sharing information with the public, a fundamental aspect of journalism.
Reflecting on his transition from confinement to freedom, Assange described the past years as a constant battle to stay alive. His release from prison came after years of legal struggles, including extradition attempts by the US.
Long Legal Battle
Following his release, Assange’s wife mentioned his need for physical recovery after imprisonment in a high-security UK facility. WikiLeaks gained widespread attention in 2010 for publishing classified documents related to US military activities.
Despite seeking asylum in Ecuador’s Embassy in 2012, Assange was eventually removed in 2019, facing legal challenges from both Sweden and the US. After serving time in a UK prison, Assange returned to Australia as a free man following a plea deal.
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