Julian Assange released from prison and has left UK, WikiLeaks says
Julian Assange released from UK prison, potential plea deal with US prosecutors for espionage charge. Parents relieved, hope for ordinary life. Legal proceedings ongoing, supporters concerned about press freedom precedent. Australian government assistance continues.
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Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has been released from a British prison after five years and has left the UK. US prosecutors have filed paperwork indicating a potential plea deal where Assange would plead guilty to one count of espionage, allowing him to return to Australia after serving time. The deal is pending finalization. Assange's parents expressed relief over his release, with his father mentioning the possibility of him enjoying an ordinary life with his family. The legal proceedings in the United States are ongoing, with Assange facing a single criminal charge related to obtaining and disclosing classified US national defense documents. The case stems from WikiLeaks' release of classified US military documents in 2010, which included diplomatic cables and a video showing a US Apache helicopter attack in Iraq. Supporters of Assange argue that charging him sets a dangerous precedent for press freedom. The Australian government continues to provide consular assistance to Assange, emphasizing the need to resolve his case promptly.
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