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US lawmakers urge Biden to pardon Assange to send ‘clear message’ on media freedom

Exclusive: James McGovern and Thomas Massie warn US president they are ‘deeply concerned’ the WikiLeaks founder’s plea deal sets worrying precedent

The Guardian - AU

European rights body finds prosecution of WikiLeaks' Assange 'politically motivated'

The parliamentary arm of the Council of Europe rights body has said the prosecution of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was "politically motivated" and had a "chilling" effect on the whole media landscape.

Radio France Internationale

WikiLeaks founder Assange tells EU rights body he 'chose freedom over justice'

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has told the Council of Europe he was released after years of incarceration only because he pleaded guilty to doing 'journalism', warning that freedom of expression was now at a 'dark crossroads'.

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Julian Assange says he ‘chose freedom over unrealisable justice’

WikiLeaks founder says he pleaded ‘guilty to journalism’ in deal for his release and calls for protection of press freedom

The Guardian - UK

‘Best thing I’ve ever done in my life’: Meet the people who demanded freedom for Assange

For years, ‘Assangeavists’ have given their time, money and energy to campaigning for Julian Assange’s freedom. What will they do next?

Crikey

Things to know about how Julian Assange and US prosecutors arrived at a plea deal to end his case

The plea deal resulting in WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's freedom was the culmination of a lengthy negotiation process that accelerated in recent months and featured numerous proposals and counterproposals

The Independent UK

Julian Assange's Freedom Came at a Steep Price

Assange's plea deal sets a threatening precedent for free speech and journalism.

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New normal for Assange as spotlight shifts to next move

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange must learn to navigate ordinary life after 14 years spent with a target on his back, prompting questions about his next moves.

AAP

Julian Assange To Enjoy Freedom After Striking Plea Deal

Julian Assange reaches plea deal with US prosecutors, set to enjoy freedom and reunite with family after years of legal battles and confinement.

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Julian Assange is now free to do or say whatever he likes. What does his future hold?

One of the most polarizing and influential figures of the information age, Julian Assange is now free after five years in a British prison and seven years in self-imposed exile in a London embassy

The Independent UK

Grattan on Friday: the Assange light and sound show overshadows government problems

As scripted political dramas go, Julian Assange’s (welcome) arrival in Canberra on Wednesday night would be hard to beat.

The Conversation

Julian Assange ‘is no martyr’, Australian opposition leader says as Wikileaks founder returns home

Simon Birmingham claims journalist ‘was never a political prisoner denied access to justice’ and warns his release could strain ties with US

The Independent UK

Single Supporter Covers Almost Entire Cost Of Julian Assange's Home Flight With Bitcoin Donation

An anonymous Bitcoin donor whom some in the community have tagged as possibly Jack Dorsey, donated approximately 8 Bitcoin worth nearly $500,000 to Julian Assange's chartered flight costs, covering nearly the entire debt.

International Business Times

Afternoon Update: mushroom gummies recalled after ‘disturbing’ hallucinations; Lehrmann told to pay $2m in costs; and chicken soup to restore the soul

Byron Bay manufacturer says consuming whole bag could ‘make people feel weird’

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Stella Assange urges journalists to FOI the US government to get case details

Stella Assange says it’s now up to others to dig out information after ban imposed on WikiLeaks founder

International Business Times

Julian Assange 'Rediscovering Life' As Free Man In Australia

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is "rediscovering life" as he tastes freedom in Australia after a five-year stretch in a London high-security prison, his wife said Thursday.

The Canberra Times

Why did Assange choose Canberra?

The WikiLeaks founder is spending his first day as a free man.

International Business Times

Julian Assange 'Marvelling' At Freedom In Australia

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is "marvelling at the horizon" as he tastes freedom in Australia after a five-year stretch in a London high-security prison, his wife said Thursday.

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AAP

Assange release eases friction in Australia-US ties

Less friction now that Julian Assange is free will help Australia's relationships with both the US and UK, a geopolitical expert says.

The Guardian - AU

Shorten says NDIS ‘too important for political games’ after bill blocked – as it happened

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AAP

Rudd praises PM's persistence to bring Assange home

Senior representations to America over years were crucial in bringing Julian Assange home, ambassador to the US Kevin Rudd says.

Reason

The Legacy of Assange's Prosecution

Julian Assange is free, but information isn't.

The Guardian - AU

Julian Assange has been described as a provocateur – now his father says he just wants to be ‘ordinary’

The WikiLeaks founder is sure to be greeted by lots of media attention when he wakes up on Thursday morning, and not all of it welcome

Evening Standard

Jeremy Corbyn speaks to Julian Assange and praises him for 'what you have endured'

‘You have made everyone who believes in peace, justice and freedom even more determined,’ the former Labour leader said

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Julian Assange Returns To Australia After Plea Deal

Julian Assange returns to Australia after plea deal in US court, highlighting his fight for free speech and ongoing support.

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