Julian Assange’s Mother Expresses Gratitude as Son Agrees to Plea DealJulian Assange’s Mother Expresses Gratitude as Son Agrees to Plea Deal Christine Assange, the mother of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, has released a heartfelt statement expressing her relief and gratitude following her son’s agreement to a plea deal with the Biden administration. The plea deal, which allows Assange to return to Australia immediately, marks a significant step towards the end of his protracted legal ordeal. Assange, who has been detained in the UK since 2019, has faced extradition proceedings to the United States over charges related to the publication of classified government documents. In her statement, Christine Assange expressed her gratitude to the “invisible, hardworking people” who prioritized her son’s well-being. She emphasized the toll that the past fourteen years have taken on Assange, highlighting the importance of quiet diplomacy in resolving the situation. “This shows the importance and power of quiet diplomacy,” she said. “I am grateful for those invisible, hardworking people who put Julian’s well-being first.” Assange’s plea deal has sparked mixed reactions. While some have welcomed it as a positive development that will allow him to return home, others have raised concerns about the potential implications for freedom of the press. Despite the controversy, Christine Assange’s statement reflects the relief and gratitude felt by his family and supporters as he prepares to return to his native country.
Julian Assange’s mother Christine has released a statement saying she is “grateful” that her son’s ordeal is “coming to an end.”
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to a plea deal with the Biden administration that will allow him to return to Australia immediately.
Sky News political editor Andrew Clennell reveals statement from Christine Assange after her son’s release.
‘This shows the importance and power of quiet diplomacy.
“I am grateful for those invisible, hardworking people who put Julian’s well-being first.
“The last fourteen years have clearly taken their toll.”
