News Alert: Swedish prosecutors to reopen rape case against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, seek extradition after British prison term ends

Swedish prosecutors had filed preliminary charges in 2010, but it was discontinued during Assange's stay in the embassy in London. Assange has always denied the allegations, maintaining they were politically motivated because of his work.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert May 13, 5:35 AM     Swedish prosecutors to reopen rape case against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, seek extradition after British prison term ends Swedish prosecutors had filed preliminary charges in 2010, but it was discontinued during Assange's stay in the embassy in London. Assange has always denied the allegations, maintaining they were politically motivated because of his work. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071