Breaking The US request to have WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange extradited has been approved by UK Home Secretary Priti Patel.
/UK Home Secretary Priti Patel on Friday approved the extradition of WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange to the United States where he is wanted on 18 criminal charges, including breaking a spying law.
"Nor have they found that extradition would be incompatible with his human rights, including his right to a fair trial and to freedom of expression, and that whilst in the US he will be treated appropriately, including in relation to his health."
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