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Julian Assange says he chose freedom over unrealisable justice'

Julian Assange prioritized freedom over justice, stating existing legal protections for journalists are ineffective.
Assange emphasized the urgent need for European lawmakers to safeguard freedom of expression.

WikiLeaks founder Assange says pleaded guilty to journalism' to be freed

Assange warned that freedom of expression is at a critical juncture, citing his own plea to journalism as problematic for press freedoms.

Julian Assange's uncertain future in a world he no longer recognizes: It's not simply the spooky sound of electric cars'

Assange struggles to adjust to a changed world after years of confinement, highlighting concerns over freedom of expression and increasing impunity.

Finally Free, Assange Receives a Measure of Justice From the Council of Europe

PACE declared Julian Assange a political prisoner, raising concerns over government actions that impact freedom of expression and press accountability.

UK Gives Biden Opportunity to Dodge Assange Appeal by "Assuring" His Rights

Assange faces extradition for revealing war crimes
Court left room for Assange's appeal but with conditions

Julian Assange: I am free because I pleaded guilty to journalism'

Julian Assange asserts his freedom comes from pleading guilty, not from a functional system, emphasizing that journalism should not be criminalized.

Julian Assange says he chose freedom over unrealisable justice'

Julian Assange prioritized freedom over justice, stating existing legal protections for journalists are ineffective.
Assange emphasized the urgent need for European lawmakers to safeguard freedom of expression.

WikiLeaks founder Assange says pleaded guilty to journalism' to be freed

Assange warned that freedom of expression is at a critical juncture, citing his own plea to journalism as problematic for press freedoms.

Julian Assange's uncertain future in a world he no longer recognizes: It's not simply the spooky sound of electric cars'

Assange struggles to adjust to a changed world after years of confinement, highlighting concerns over freedom of expression and increasing impunity.

Finally Free, Assange Receives a Measure of Justice From the Council of Europe

PACE declared Julian Assange a political prisoner, raising concerns over government actions that impact freedom of expression and press accountability.

UK Gives Biden Opportunity to Dodge Assange Appeal by "Assuring" His Rights

Assange faces extradition for revealing war crimes
Court left room for Assange's appeal but with conditions

Julian Assange: I am free because I pleaded guilty to journalism'

Julian Assange asserts his freedom comes from pleading guilty, not from a functional system, emphasizing that journalism should not be criminalized.
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Julian Assange: new play about WikiLeaks founder's life to debut in 2025

The new play 'Truth' explores Julian Assange's life to highlight freedom of information and the treatment of whistleblowers.
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Assange arrives in Australia after pleading guilty to espionage on the way home

Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, arrives in Australia after a 14-year legal battle, pleading guilty to violating U.S. espionage laws.

DOJ: Assange Accepts Plea Deal

Julian Assange has accepted a plea deal from the Biden administration, potentially leading to his release and return to Australia.

Will the First Amendment Save Assange?

Assange can appeal extradition to U.S., impacting Espionage Act defense & press freedoms.

What to Know About Julian Assange and His Plea Deal

Julian Assange led a tumultuous youth before founding WikiLeaks and facing legal issues.

WikiLeaks' Julian Assange freed from London prison after pleading guilty to US espionage charge

Julian Assange was released from prison after 1901 days and negotiations over a plea deal with US authorities.

Julian Assange Reaches Plea Deal With U.S. DoJ

Julian Assange is now a free man after a plea deal with the U.S. Department of Justice.

Assange arrives in Australia after pleading guilty to espionage on the way home

Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, arrives in Australia after a 14-year legal battle, pleading guilty to violating U.S. espionage laws.

DOJ: Assange Accepts Plea Deal

Julian Assange has accepted a plea deal from the Biden administration, potentially leading to his release and return to Australia.

Will the First Amendment Save Assange?

Assange can appeal extradition to U.S., impacting Espionage Act defense & press freedoms.

What to Know About Julian Assange and His Plea Deal

Julian Assange led a tumultuous youth before founding WikiLeaks and facing legal issues.

WikiLeaks' Julian Assange freed from London prison after pleading guilty to US espionage charge

Julian Assange was released from prison after 1901 days and negotiations over a plea deal with US authorities.

Julian Assange Reaches Plea Deal With U.S. DoJ

Julian Assange is now a free man after a plea deal with the U.S. Department of Justice.
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#journalism

Assange, in First Speech Since Release, Says He Was Jailed for Journalism

Julian Assange warns his imprisonment sets a dangerous precedent for journalists' rights and emphasizes the need for protecting journalistic freedom.
He asserts that journalists should not face prosecution for their work.

Assange's Plea Deal Sets a Chilling Precedent, but It Could Have Been Worse

The plea deal Julian Assange reached with prosecutors may set a concerning precedent for press freedoms, though it avoids a more severe outcome.

Debating whether Julian Assange is a journalist is irrelevant. He changed journalism forever | Margaret Simons

Assange and Murdoch, while both influential in journalism, have different ideologies - Assange being an anarchist and Murdoch a libertarian with limits.
Assange and the technological revolution he represents have irrevocably changed journalism, overshadowing debates about his specific role as a journalist.

Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange Makes First Public Address Since Being Freed: I Pled Guilty to Journalism'

Julian Assange critiques global press freedom, stating his plea deal highlights the ineffective protections for journalists and the oppressive climate against truth-telling.

Assange, in First Speech Since Release, Says He Was Jailed for Journalism

Julian Assange warns his imprisonment sets a dangerous precedent for journalists' rights and emphasizes the need for protecting journalistic freedom.
He asserts that journalists should not face prosecution for their work.

Assange's Plea Deal Sets a Chilling Precedent, but It Could Have Been Worse

The plea deal Julian Assange reached with prosecutors may set a concerning precedent for press freedoms, though it avoids a more severe outcome.

Debating whether Julian Assange is a journalist is irrelevant. He changed journalism forever | Margaret Simons

Assange and Murdoch, while both influential in journalism, have different ideologies - Assange being an anarchist and Murdoch a libertarian with limits.
Assange and the technological revolution he represents have irrevocably changed journalism, overshadowing debates about his specific role as a journalist.

Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange Makes First Public Address Since Being Freed: I Pled Guilty to Journalism'

Julian Assange critiques global press freedom, stating his plea deal highlights the ineffective protections for journalists and the oppressive climate against truth-telling.
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Owner of company that spied on Assange for the CIA was collaborating with Spain's secret service

Morales' collaboration with both CIA and CNI highlights serious international espionage concerns regarding Julian Assange.
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Anonymous Donor Pays $500,000 in Bitcoin for Julian Assange's Freedom Flight

An anonymous Bitcoin donor covered Julian Assange's flight expenses, highlighting Bitcoin's role in supporting free speech and financial freedom.

Bitcoin: From Philosophical Ideal to Practical Liberation | HackerNoon

Bitcoin's core strengths include censorship resistance, borderless transactions, financial sovereignty, and pseudonymity, as exemplified in the case of Julian Assange's homecoming.

Anonymous Donor Pays $500,000 in Bitcoin for Julian Assange's Freedom Flight

An anonymous Bitcoin donor covered Julian Assange's flight expenses, highlighting Bitcoin's role in supporting free speech and financial freedom.

Bitcoin: From Philosophical Ideal to Practical Liberation | HackerNoon

Bitcoin's core strengths include censorship resistance, borderless transactions, financial sovereignty, and pseudonymity, as exemplified in the case of Julian Assange's homecoming.
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Supporters of arrested Sea Shepherd founder say parallels with Julian Assange are disturbing'

Arrest of anti-whaling activist Paul Watson in Greenland likened to Assange's case, condemned as politically motivated.

Trump Calls Starstruck Podcaster Tim Pool A 'Beauty!'

Former President Donald Trump praised podcaster Tim Pool, calling him a beauty after being reminded of their meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
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Assange Wins Delay, but 'Punishment by Process' Continues

Julian Assange's extradition to the United States was blocked, but he remains detained in Britain, facing prolonged psychological torture.

Assange Can Appeal U.S. Extradition, English Court Rules

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to US, new chapter in his legal battle.

Julian Assange can appeal U.S. extradition order, U.K. court rules

Julian Assange granted permission to appeal extradition to the United States.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can appeal US extradition order: UK court

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to the US on espionage charges, prolonging the legal process.

Assange Extradition On Hold Until U.S. Gives More Assurances

The High Court ruled Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the US immediately, pending assurances on his treatment and rights.
The court granted the US three weeks to provide assurances on Assange's First Amendment rights and protection from the death penalty.

Julian Assange put lives at risk' and should not be treated as journalist, US argues

Julian Assange is facing extradition battle over unredacted classified documents
US lawyers argue Assange put lives at risk by publishing names in leaks

Assange Wins Delay, but 'Punishment by Process' Continues

Julian Assange's extradition to the United States was blocked, but he remains detained in Britain, facing prolonged psychological torture.

Assange Can Appeal U.S. Extradition, English Court Rules

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to US, new chapter in his legal battle.

Julian Assange can appeal U.S. extradition order, U.K. court rules

Julian Assange granted permission to appeal extradition to the United States.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can appeal US extradition order: UK court

Julian Assange can appeal extradition to the US on espionage charges, prolonging the legal process.

Assange Extradition On Hold Until U.S. Gives More Assurances

The High Court ruled Julian Assange cannot be extradited to the US immediately, pending assurances on his treatment and rights.
The court granted the US three weeks to provide assurances on Assange's First Amendment rights and protection from the death penalty.

Julian Assange put lives at risk' and should not be treated as journalist, US argues

Julian Assange is facing extradition battle over unredacted classified documents
US lawyers argue Assange put lives at risk by publishing names in leaks
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Our world in photos: May 20

The death of Iranian President Raisi and the country's foreign minister in a helicopter crash leaves the Islamic Republic without key leaders amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Julian Assange can now pursue an appeal against his extradition to the U.S., arguing that his Australian nationality limits his First Amendment rights.

Julian Assange's wife joins High Court protest as Wikileaks founder fights extradition to US

Assange's final UK court battle against US extradition
Support for Assange's freedom and truth

Our world in photos: May 20

The death of Iranian President Raisi and the country's foreign minister in a helicopter crash leaves the Islamic Republic without key leaders amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Julian Assange can now pursue an appeal against his extradition to the U.S., arguing that his Australian nationality limits his First Amendment rights.

Julian Assange's wife joins High Court protest as Wikileaks founder fights extradition to US

Assange's final UK court battle against US extradition
Support for Assange's freedom and truth
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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange pleads guilty

Julian Assange pleads guilty to violating the Espionage Act by publishing classified information as a journalist.

President Joe Biden: US Considering' Dropping Julian Assange Prosecution

Biden considering ending Assange's prosecution.
Assange faces U.S. charges related to classified information acquisition.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange pleads guilty

Julian Assange pleads guilty to violating the Espionage Act by publishing classified information as a journalist.

President Joe Biden: US Considering' Dropping Julian Assange Prosecution

Biden considering ending Assange's prosecution.
Assange faces U.S. charges related to classified information acquisition.
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R.F.K. Jr.'s Campaign Expressed Sympathy for Jan. 6 Rioters, Then Retracted It

RFK Jr.'s campaign reflected views aligning with former President Trump, leading to a quick retraction.
Campaign shifted focus from Capitol rioters' rights to supporting Julian Assange, facing extradition for violating the Espionage Act.

The prisoners who have married behind bars

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Around 60 prisoners applied to get married last year, but new legislation could mean prisoners serving whole-life terms would be banned from ever getting wed.
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Ark Invest on $1.4M BTC, Possible Julian Assange-Linked File on Bitcoin Blockchain Week in Review The Weekly Bitcoin News

The Weekly by Bitcoin.comInvestment management firm Ark Invest has offered three bitcoin price predictions in a new report, including a bull scenario where bitcoin could reach $1.48 million per coin.In other news, a 7zip file possibly linked to activist Julian Assange was reportedly discovered in the Bitcoin blockchain, and billionaire investor Tim Draper has encouraged the government of Sri Lanka to adopt bitcoin.

Pioneering fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood dies aged 81

Fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood has died at the age of 81, her representatives have said.She died peacefully surrounded by her family in Clapham, southwest London, on Thursday, a statement said.Her husband and creative partner Andreas Kronthaler said: I will continue with Vivienne in my heart.

Ark Invest on $1.4M BTC, Possible Julian Assange-Linked File on Bitcoin Blockchain Week in Review The Weekly Bitcoin News

The Weekly by Bitcoin.comInvestment management firm Ark Invest has offered three bitcoin price predictions in a new report, including a bull scenario where bitcoin could reach $1.48 million per coin.In other news, a 7zip file possibly linked to activist Julian Assange was reportedly discovered in the Bitcoin blockchain, and billionaire investor Tim Draper has encouraged the government of Sri Lanka to adopt bitcoin.

Pioneering fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood dies aged 81

Fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood has died at the age of 81, her representatives have said.She died peacefully surrounded by her family in Clapham, southwest London, on Thursday, a statement said.Her husband and creative partner Andreas Kronthaler said: I will continue with Vivienne in my heart.
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London Fashion Week to be in memory of Dame Vivienne Westwood

L ondon Fashion Week will be dedicated to the late designer Dame Vivienne Westwood as organisers have revealed the event will celebrate her extraordinary impact on the industry.The pioneer, who passed away aged 81 in December, rose to fame in the 1970s with her androgynous designs, slogan t-shirts and irreverent attitude towards the establishment.

Latin American presidents throw weight behind campaign to free Julian Assange

The campaign to free WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is being stepped up following support from the presidents of all major Latin American countries.The politicians have sided with the Free Assange campaign in urging US president Joe Biden to drop the charges and set him free.Assange is being held in Belmarsh prison in London as he continues to fight being extradited to the United States.

Julian Assange Received $500K Bitcoin Donation From Anonymous Bitcoin Whale

Donors funded Julian Assange's private jet travel from the UK to Australia, including an 8 bitcoin donation, after he reached a plea deal with the U.S. DOJ.
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Assange Is Free

Assange released from prison, en-route to Saipan where he will plead guilty and then return to Australia as a free man.

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty in deal with US and return to Australia

Julian Assange will plead guilty to a felony charge in a deal with the U.S. Justice Department, resolving the long-standing legal saga.

Assange Is Free

Assange released from prison, en-route to Saipan where he will plead guilty and then return to Australia as a free man.

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange will plead guilty in deal with US and return to Australia

Julian Assange will plead guilty to a felony charge in a deal with the U.S. Justice Department, resolving the long-standing legal saga.
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WikiLeaks founder to plead guilty; What to expect at Biden-Trump debate

The WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to a single felony count in the exchange for his release from a British prison.
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