The High Court in London has upheld the lower court’s decision to release Wikileaks founder on bail. The 39-year-old Australian was granted bail on Tuesday but prosecutors objected to the decision and he remained in jail. Assange is fighting extradition to Sweden over sex charges involving two women. He denies the allegations. Assange is likely to be released in the next 24 hours.
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Breaking News: High court upholds Julian Assange bail decision
The High Court in London has upheld the lower court’s decision to release Wikileaks founder on bail. The 39-year-old Australian was granted bail on Tuesday but prosecutors objected to the decision and he remained in jail. Assange is fighting extradition to Sweden over sex charges involving two women. He denies the allegations. Assange is likely to be released […]
16 Dec 10
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