Julian Assange: WikiLeaks Founder Free After 12 Years
Escape from Chaos to Incarceration
From his turbulent youth in Australia to his time in the United States, Julian Assange's life has been marked by upheaval. Amidst this chaos, he founded WikiLeaks, becoming a polarizing figure in the world of journalism and international relations.
A Decade of Legal Battles
In 2023, a High Court judge ruled against Assange's extradition to the United States. However, his legal battles continued, with his lawyers launching a final bid to halt his extradition in February 2024.
After 12 long years, Assange's ordeal came to an end on Wednesday when he pled guilty to a single espionage charge and was released from custody. The news sent shockwaves through the world, raising questions about freedom of speech, government secrecy, and the future of journalism in the digital age.
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