Official statements from US Department of Justice

Julian Assange Granted Right to Full Appeal Against U.S. Extradition by London High Court

May 20, 2024, 11:58 AM

Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been granted the right to a full appeal against his extradition to the United States by the London High Court. The court's decision allows Assange to challenge the extradition order on espionage charges related to his publication of classified U.S. military and diplomatic documents. Assange's legal team argued that U.S. assurances over his treatment were unsatisfactory and that he would not receive adequate protections for his free speech rights. This ruling marks a significant development in Assange's prolonged legal battle, further delaying any potential extradition to the U.S.