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Assange extradition appeal, WikiLeaks and journalism

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Assange extradition appeal, WikiLeaks and journalism

Britain’s High Court is set to hear the United States government's appeal against a ruling blocking the extradition of Julian Assange on mental health grounds. And warnings that US attempts to prosecute the WikiLeaks founder for publishing classified government documents could have devastating implications for press freedom.

Guests:

Jennifer Robinson, barrister at Doughty Street International, member of Julian Assange's legal team

Professor Peter Greste, UNESCO Chair in Journalism & Communication, author and journalist

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