Julian Assange Allowed to Appeal Extradition to the U.S.
High Court of England and Wales Blocks Extradition
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been granted permission to appeal his extradition to the United States. The High Court of England and Wales made the ruling on May 20, 2024.
Last Legal Avenue in England and Wales
The decision by the High Court represents Assange's last legal avenue in England and Wales. An Australian, Assange has been fighting extradition to the U.S. for several years.
Spionage Charges
Assange is facing 18 espionage charges in the U.S. The charges stem from WikiLeaks' publication of classified information in 2010.
Extradition Blocked for Now
The High Court's ruling blocks Assange's extradition for the time being. However, the U.S. is expected to appeal the decision.
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