Q&A: Julian Assange and the law
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UK authorities have said Mr Assange will be arrested if he leaves the Ecuadorean embassy
The founder of the Wikileaks website, Julian Assange, faces rape and sexual assault allegations in Sweden. In June 2012, having lost his appeal to the UK's Supreme Court against extradition to Sweden, he took refuge in the embassy of Ecuador, in London, which granted him asylum.
What are the allegations that Julian Assange faces?
What is known about the two women?
Supporters of Mr Assange have said he has not been formally charged with any offence.
What is his legal situation in Sweden?
Why has Ecuador given Mr Assange asylum?
Why hasn't he been questioned in the UK?
Mr Assange has been living inside the Ecuadorian embassy, in London, since being granted diplomatic asylum.
What is likely to happen if and when he is extradited?
What concerns do Mr Assange and his supporters have over the extradition?
Mr Assange has said he would be in danger of being sent to the US, where he fears he could face the death penalty.