"US Lawyers Seek to Block Julian Assange's Extradition Appeal in UK Court"
TL;DR
US lawyers are urging a UK court to block Julian Assange's appeal against extradition to the US, arguing that he is being prosecuted for publishing sources' names, not for his political opinions. Assange's supporters view him as a hero persecuted for exposing US wrongdoing, while rights groups fear his prosecution could restrict press freedom. The London court is deciding whether Assange will have further opportunities to argue his case before a UK court, with a verdict expected at a later date. If the ruling is in Assange's favor, a full appeal hearing will be held, but if he loses, his only remaining option would be at the European Court of Human Rights.
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- US lawyers urge UK court to block Julian Assange extradition appeal bid Al Jazeera English
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- Assange Extradition Case Returns to UK Court The New York Times
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