Assange Granted Permission to Appeal Extradition
WikiLeaks Founder's Legal Battle Continues
High Court to Hear Arguments Over Extradition to US
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been granted permission to appeal against his extradition to the United States. This development marks a significant turn in the high-profile legal battle over the publishing of classified information.
Assange faces charges in the US for his alleged role in the release of classified documents through WikiLeaks. However, he has argued that the charges are politically motivated and that he should not be subject to extradition.
The High Court in London will hear arguments over Assange's extradition on February 20-21, 2024. The two-day hearing will determine whether Assange will be allowed to present his appeal to the Supreme Court.
The decision to grant Assange permission to appeal is a major setback for the US government, which has sought his extradition for over a decade. It remains to be seen whether Assange will ultimately succeed in his appeal, but the High Court hearing represents a glimmer of hope for his supporters and those who believe that he has been treated unjustly.
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