Julian Assange leaving a London court in a prison van in 2019. He has been asking Britain’s courts to prevent his extradition to the United States.

Julian Assange in London in 2011. He has been jailed for nearly five years after being indicted by the United States with 18 counts of violating the Espionage Act.

Julian Assange’s wife, Stella Assange, speaking outside the High Court in London during a hearing in February.

Supporters of Julian Assange outside the Royal Courts of Justice in London last month.

Supporters of Julian Assange protested on Tuesday outside the Royal Courts of Justice in London.