Giving his strongest comments on the case to date, Anthony Albanese tells the ABC he is 'frustrated' the US government is continuing its prosecution of Julian Assange despite being 'very aware' the prime minister opposes his ongoing incarceration.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he is frustrated his government has not been able to find a diplomatic solution to Julian Assange's ongoing incarceration and that he is concerned about the 51-year-old's health.
The US is seeking to extradite Mr Assange from the UK on 18 charges relating to the publishing of tens of thousands of military and diplomatic documents. "I know it's frustrating. I share the frustration. I can't do more than make very clear what my position is," he said.Mr Albanese refused to confirm whether he would raise the issue with US President Joe Biden when he visited Australia this month for the Quad leaders' summit.
"I am concerned about Mr Assange's mental health. There was a court decision here in the United Kingdom that was then overturned on appeal that went to Mr Assange's health as well, and I am concerned for him," he said.
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