Who Is Julian Assange
Julian Assange is an Australian editor, publisher, and activist who founded Wikileaks in 2006. Wikileaks publishes leaked documents and classified media related to governments and corporations.
Major Publications and Disclosures
Wikileaks has released large document collections, including U.S. military and diplomatic records. These disclosures have influenced public debate on surveillance, warfare, and transparency.
Legal Status and Current Situation
Assange faced extradition proceedings and served a prison sentence in the United Kingdom. He was later granted asylum and moved to Ecuador, and later to Russia, with ongoing legal discussions in multiple jurisdictions. For background, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Assange
