WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange addressed a rights group, expressing concern over his imprisonment setting a dangerous precedent for arresting journalists. He emphasized that his release was not due to the system working but because he pleaded guilty to journalism. Assange, known for revealing state secrets, highlighted the importance of journalists not being prosecuted for their work. His plea deal in June led to his freedom after years of incarceration and potential extradition to the U.S. He apologized for any difficulty in his speech due to isolation's toll.