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Assange v Swedish Prosecution Authority: Julian Assange's Legal Battle

Extradition Proceedings and Sexual Offence Allegations

The legal proceedings known as Assange v Swedish Prosecution Authority centered on the extradition of Julian Assange to Sweden. Assange was charged with sexual molestation and rape under Swedish law, leading to his arrest in the UK. However, the Swedish authorities have since dropped the rape allegation investigation.

Court Proceedings and Final Outcome

In February 2011, London's Westminster Magistrates Court ordered Assange's extradition to Sweden. This decision was appealed, and in June 2012, the British Supreme Court upheld the extradition order. However, before the extradition could be carried out, Assange sought refuge in the Ecuadorian embassy in London, where he remained for several years.

In 2019, Ecuador revoked Assange's asylum, and he was arrested by British police. He is currently facing extradition to the United States on charges of conspiracy to violate the Espionage Act. The outcome of this legal battle remains uncertain.

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