A new demonstration took place on Saturday February 11 in London, where Julian Assange is still imprisoned. This time it was a carnival. The procession wandered through the streets of the capital to end at the foot of the British Parliament. On the other side of the Atlantic, the founder of Wikileaks is accused of having endangered American lives by revealing secret operations. If extradited to the United States, he faces life imprisonment.
With our correspondent in London, Marie Boeda
“Release the Truth”. This is what is written on the lanterns and white umbrellas waved by supporters of Julian Assange. Some wear a mask representing his face. His wife Stella Morris stands at the start of the procession, in front of her, someone is dressed as Lady Justice and leads the way.
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” It is a miscarriage of justice. Julian Assange shouldn’t be in prison for so long. If Justice Was Done, Extradition Should Never Happen says Torena, one of the carnival organizers.
Last year, a human chain surrounded the British Parliament to warn of the fate of the journalist. For this participant, this new event is essential. “ He’s in jail for telling the truth. I thought we were in a democracy, with a free press. But this is not the case. We have to warn the public. We need people with us, this kind of event allows us to raise public awareness “.
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Besides, Mia has just stopped. The 30-year-old was passing by, she tries to cross and puts the leaflet that has just been given to her in her pocket. She did not know Julian Assange. “ I will do more research and plan to join them sometimes “, assures the young woman.
In June, Extradition of Wikileaks Founder Approved. His lawyers are trying all possible remedies, but his chances of staying on British territory are dwindling.