WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange agrees to plead guilty to conspiring to violate the US Espionage Act, potentially ending his legal saga in the UK.

Julian Assange, WikiLeaks founder, has agreed to plead guilty to conspiring to obtain and disclose classified US national defense information under the US Espionage Act, ending his long-standing battle with the US that had implications for press freedom. Assange's guilty plea is expected to result in his release, concluding his 14-year legal saga in the UK, and allowing his return to Australia.

June 24, 2024
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