‘Huge disappointment’ as WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange refused bail
Updated: 06/01/2021, 1:04 pm
Julian Assange appearing at the Old Bailey in London where he was denied bail (Elizabeth Cook/PA)
The partner of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has spoken of her “huge disappointment” as hopes for his freedom were dashed despite a decision to block his extradition to the United States.
On Wednesday, Assange had applied for bail on strict conditions so he could be reunited with Stella Moris and their two young sons.
But Judge Vanessa Baraitser refused to release the 49-year-old over fears he would abscond.
It follows her decision on Monday that he should not be extradited to the US on mental health grounds due to the risk of suicide.
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By Press Association 2021
Julian Assange
The partner of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has spoken of her “huge disappointment” as hopes for his freedom were dashed despite a decision to block his extradition to the United States.
On Wednesday, Assange had applied for bail on strict conditions so he could be reunited with Stella Moris and their two young sons.
But Judge Vanessa Baraitser refused to release the 49-year-old over fears he would abscond.
It follows her decision on Monday that he should not be extradited to the US on mental health grounds due to the risk of suicide.
Assange will have to remain at Belmarsh jail while the US government appeals against the extradition ruling.
By Press Association 2021
Julian Assange
The partner of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has spoken of her “huge disappointment” as hopes for his freedom were dashed despite a decision to block his extradition to the United States.
On Wednesday, Assange had applied for bail on strict conditions so he could be reunited with Stella Moris and their two young sons.
But Judge Vanessa Baraitser refused to release the 49-year-old over fears he would abscond.
It follows her decision on Monday that he should not be extradited to the US on mental health grounds due to the risk of suicide.
Assange will have to remain at Belmarsh jail while the US government appeals against the extradition ruling.