Julian Assange Pleads Guilty under Espionage Act
Assange to Walk Free after 12 Years
Deal Ends WikiLeaks Founder's Prolonged Legal Battle
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty in a deal with the United States that will allow him to go free years after publishing classified material. The Icelandic journalist will enter his plea on Wednesday, bringing an end to his battle against US espionage charges.
According to sources close to the situation, the plea deal is the result of a lengthy negotiation process. Further details are expected to be released in the coming hours.
Assange's decision to plead guilty marks a significant turning point in the case that has captivated global attention. The WikiLeaks founder has been under investigation for years for his role in publishing classified documents that exposed alleged war crimes and diplomatic misconduct by the US government.
Assange's plea comes as the US continues to prosecute individuals involved in the publication of classified information. The Espionage Act, which Assange is accused of violating, has been criticized by free speech advocates as a tool for suppressing dissent.
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