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The Saipan surprise: How delicate talks led to the unlikely end of Julian Assange's 12-year saga
About a year and a half ago, a lawyer for Julian Assange presented federal prosecutors in Virginia with a request to dismiss the case against him. This move was notable given Assange's publication of hundreds of thousands of secret documents and his status as perhaps the highest-profile detainee facing a U.S. extradition request. The Justice Department was involved in a battle in British courts to extradite him to the United States for trial.
ISRO espionage case: CBI files chargesheet against 5 ex-police officers for 'framing' scientist Nambi Narayanan
Former DGPs and police officials were charged in the 1994 ISRO espionage case following a probe ordered by the Supreme Court based on a high-level committee report. The cases involved the cryogenic project, ISRO rocket engines, and Pakistan.
"Enough is enough": How Australia's quiet diplomacy led Julian Assange to freedom
Julian Assange's release was facilitated by Australian diplomatic efforts, political support, and global fundraising. The legal battle ended after a plea deal, marking the conclusion of a 14-year saga involving espionage charges and extradition threats.
What you need to know about Julian Assange, WikiLeaks' controversial founder
Julian Assange, who recently secured his freedom through a plea deal with US authorities, is a polarizing figure known for his role in WikiLeaks. Seen by many as a champion of press freedom, he gained global attention by releasing classified US military documents, including the infamous Iraq and Afghanistan war logs. Assange's legal troubles began with allegations in Sweden, followed by seeking asylum in Ecuador's embassy in London to avoid extradition to the US, where he faced charges under the Espionage Act.
US reporter Evan Gershkovich's closed-door trial begins in Russia
US journalist Evan Gershkovich's trial for espionage started in a closed-door session in Russia on Wednesday, marking 15 months since his arrest. Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal correspondent, was detained in March 2023 during a reporting trip in Yekaterinburg. He and his employer, along with the White House, reject the charges as false.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange walks out of U.S. court a 'free man' after guilty plea
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been freed after pleading guilty to violating U.S. espionage laws in a landmark deal on the Pacific island of Saipan. During the hearing, Assange admitted to conspiring to obtain and publish classified U.S. defense documents, citing a belief in First Amendment protections for journalism. Chief U.S. District Judge Ramona V. Manglona accepted his plea, citing time served in a British jail. Assange, accompanied by Australian diplomats, will return to Canberra, ending a lengthy legal saga marked by extradition battles and international controversy.
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Assange's plea deal sets a chilling precedent, but it could have been worse
Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, has reached a plea deal with prosecutors, affecting American press freedoms but allowing him to walk free after more than five years in British custody. The agreement, concluded on Wednesday in a courtroom in a remote U.S. commonwealth in the Western Pacific, involved Assange pleading guilty to one charge of violating the Espionage Act.
Spiller of beans, and State vs open society
Wikileaks demonstrated the immense power governments, even in liberal democracies, have over their citizens and the extent to which a state will go to protect that power. Assange made us confront the ease with which governments use 'national security' as a default rabbit to be pulled out of the hat.
A look at Julian Assange and how the long-jailed WikiLeaks founder is now on the verge of freedom
Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has reached a plea deal with the U.S. Justice Department that will lead to his freedom. Assange, who has been imprisoned in the U.K. and fighting extradition to the U.S., is accused of conspiring to illegally obtain and publish sensitive government records. The deal requires him to plead guilty to a felony charge under the Espionage Act and is expected to allow him to return to Australia after sentencing. This case marks the culmination of years of legal battles and international intrigue.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to plead guilty in espionage act case in US court, will be freed from prison
Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, will plead guilty to conspiring to obtain and disseminate classified US defense information under a deal with the US Justice Department. This agreement concludes a decade-long legal battle involving multiple countries. Assange will appear in a federal court in the Mariana Islands to enter his plea, after which he will return to Australia. The case has sparked significant debates over press freedom and national security.
US reporter Gershkovich to go on trial in Russia on June 26
The trial of US journalist Evan Gershkovich, who faces espionage charges in Russia, will begin on June 26, 2024. The trial will be held behind closed doors in Yekaterinburg. He was arrested in 2023 and was accused of working for the CIA, collecting secret information about a Russian tank maker. The US and Wall Street Journal dismissed the charges as lacking credibility. It also condemned the trial as a sham and outrageous.
China says Britain's MI6 turned two Chinese govt staff to spies
China accuses MI6 of turning Chinese state organ staff into spies, including a married couple, for British government. Case under investigation amid ongoing spying accusations between China and Britain.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange can appeal against an extradition order to the US, rules London court
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has been granted the right to appeal against extradition to the United States on espionage charges by a London court, prolonging a lengthy legal battle. The High Court judges acknowledged Assange's grounds for challenging the extradition order. The decision could result in Assange facing trial in the US, with ongoing debate over his rights and the potential consequences of extradition.
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange stares at US extradition as trial in London starts today
Two judges at the High Court in London will rule on whether the court is satisfied by US assurances that Assange, 52, would not face the death penalty and could rely on the First Amendment right to free speech if he faced a US trial for spying. Assange's legal team say he could be on a plane across the Atlantic within 24 hours of the decision, could be released from jail, or his case could yet again be bogged down in months of legal battles.
NIA chargesheets Mumbai Man in Indian Navy espionage case
The NIA charge sheeted Amaan Salim Shaikh for activating SIM cards used by Pakistani Intelligence officers. The case was registered by the Vijayawada cell. Shaikh worked for suspected Pakistani agent Usman to further the anti-India conspiracy. Shaikh also received money from suspected Pakistani operatives through crypto channels. Khan and Alven, both Pakistani nationals, are absconding.
After 'Animal' success, Bobby Deol takes on villainous role in Alia Bhatt and YRF's spy universe film: Check details
Bobby Deol is all set to play a villainous role in an upcoming Yash Raj Films (YRF) spy universe film alongside Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh. This marks a significant shift in Deol's career as he takes on a morally ambiguous character, undergoing physical transformations for the role. Alia Bhatt leads the charge as the first female lead in this high-octane espionage thriller within the YRF Spy Universe.
UK court says Assange can't be extradited on espionage charges until US rules out death penalty
Julian Assange can't be extradited to the US without death penalty assurances, granting him a partial legal victory. The saga continues with a new appeal, keeping Assange in Belmarsh Prison.
APT31: The Chinese hacking group behind global cyber espionage campaign
The United States and Britain have filed charges and imposed sanctions on a company and individuals linked to a Chinese state-backed hacking group, APT31, which they allege engaged in a sweeping cyber espionage campaign. APT31, also known as Zirconium, operated through a front company, Wuhan Xiaoruizhi Science and Technology Company (Wuhan XRZ), from at least 2010 until January 2024.
LS polls: Private eyes in demand as politicians snoop on rivals, colleagues
Private detective agencies play a crucial role in election campaigns by monitoring rivals, conducting background checks, and predicting electoral outcomes. With increasing demand, politicians rely on private eyes to gather crucial information for strategic advantage.
Accused Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira pleads guilty, faces almost 17 years jail
The US airman accused of leaking top secret Pentagon documents online pleaded guilty in federal court Monday under a deal in which he accepted a roughly 16-year imprisonment in return for prosecutors dropping more serious espionage charges. Jack Teixeira, appearing in an orange prison jump suit, pleaded guilty to six counts of willful transmission of national defense information, but in the deal worked out between prosecutors and the disgraced serviceman's lawyers he faces no espionage charges.
Assange in last-ditch bid to block US extradition
The WikiLeaks founder asked a London judge for permission to appeal the UK's 2022 decision to extradite him to the US where he's charged with criminal espionage for leaking classified documents. His lawyers argue that sending him to the US would breach his human rights while other supporters say it would be an attack on free speech.
Sister of ex-Navy officer released by Qatar expresses happiness, thanks Modi govt
The sister of one of the eight jailed former Indian Navy personnel expressed happiness over their release by Qatar. The seven who returned to India faced charges of espionage. The Emir of Qatar enabled their release, and the Indian government played a role in negotiations.
Congress joins entire nation in relief, happiness:Jairam Ramesh on Qatar releasing ex-Navy personnel
Qatar released eight former Indian naval personnel who were sentenced to death. The Indian National Congress expressed relief and happiness and greeted the released individuals and their families. The Court of Appeal in Qatar commuted the death sentences to jail terms of varying durations.
Big diplomatic victory for India: Qatar frees eight ex-Navy veterans jailed on espionage charges
The decision to release the senior officers was welcomed by the Union government, which issued an official statement stating, "The Government of India welcomes the release of eight Indian citizens who were held in Qatar while working for the Dahra Global corporation. Of the eight, seven have gone back to India. We are grateful that the Amir of the State of Qatar made the decision to allow these citizens' release and return home."
Qatar commutes death sentence of former Indian Navy personnel
The Indian government has taken proactive steps to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens in Qatar, according to reliable sources. These measures include diplomatic engagements with authorities in Qatar, aimed at protecting the rights and interests of Indian nationals residing in the country.
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