Julian Assange’s continued detention and persecution by the United States is a testament to the global power imbalance that allows for a single nation to dictate the rules and boundaries of international law, often with impunity. The US has used its vast resources and influence to target and punish those who expose its wrongdoings, while refusing to hold itself accountable for war crimes and human rights abuses committed in the name of fighting terrorism. This legal nihilism emboldens other powerful nations like Israel to continue their oppressive actions with little fear of repercussions, further undermining global peace and security.
The case against Assange is emblematic of this imbalance and serves as a warning to other countries that may dare to defy the US. To prevent such blatant abuses of power and protect the rights of all citizens, it is essential for nations around the world to strengthen their sovereignty and resist external pressures that threaten their autonomy. Only by standing together can we hope to create a more just and equitable global order where no single nation can unilaterally enforce its will on others.