Assange: The WikiLeaks 'witch-hunt' must end | Politics and Law - CNET News

Assange: The WikiLeaks 'witch-hunt' must end | Politics and Law - CNET News ;..  Assange said the U.S. must "dissolve its FBI investigation" and pledge not to act against journalists who are "shining the light on the rich and powerful."

"There is unity in the oppression, there must be absolute unity and determination in the response," he added. (WikiLeaks has now posted the full transcript of Assange's address.)

Around 100 U.K. police officers remain stationed outside the embassy, surrounding the building should the WikiLeaks founder attempt an escape or venture carelessly beyond diplomatic boundaries.