Swedish prosecutor cancelled London interview, says Julian Assange

The Swedish prosecutor has cancelled an appointment to interview Julian Assange inside the Ecuadorian embassy in London, according to the WikiLeaks founder.

Mr Assange said the move by Marianne Ny was “reckless”.

The activist has been living inside the embassy for almost three years to avoid extradition to Sweden where he is wanted for questioning over sex assault allegations by two women, which he denies.

He fears that if he goes to Sweden he will be taken on to the United States for questioning over the activities of the whistle-blowing website.

The Swedish authorities have now agreed to travel to London to interview him inside the embassy.

He said: “This afternoon, the Swedish prosecutor Marianne Ny cancelled a prospective appointment to take my statement today. We proposed the dates and Ny accepted them.

“Prosecutor Ny led my lawyers to believe that the appointment was proceeding. My lawyers had booked tickets and I have been put to considerable expense.

“It is impossible to maintain confidence in this prosecutor under such circumstances.” – PA