Judge not imposing any period of supervised release

For these reasons ... on the basis of this very serious espionage case against you ... I am in fact sentencing you to a period of time served.

I am not imposing any period of supervised release.

Julian Assange appears to be a little emotional. He nods as she says, “it appears this case ends with me here in Saipan”.


“With this pronouncement it appears you will be able to walk out of this courtroom a free man. I hope there will be some peace restored,” Judge Manglona says, noting the island of Saipan was this week celebrating 80 years of its own freedom.

"Now there is some peace, you need to restore with yourself when you walk out and pursue your life as a free man."
Judge Manglona again checks he understands all the details of the agreement.

Julian Assange, a little hoarse, replies: “I do.”

McKenzie says US barristers in the UK are “forthwith” withdrawing their extradition request for Assange.
Julian Assange tightens his tie, and holds his glasses in his hand as Judge Manglona goes through some final formalities.

With that ... Mr Assange it’s apparently an early happy birthday to you, I understand your birthday is next week. I hope you will start your new life in a positive manner.

Court is adjourned.

Assange hugs his team and shakes hands with McKenzie and Anderson. He is tearing up.



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