London protests in support of Julian Assange

Hundreds of Julian Assange supporters have gathered in London to protest against his extradition case and demand he be released, Evening Standard reports.

A large crowd of protesters gathered outside Australia House on Saturday afternoon, holding signs such as "Don't extradite Assange - journalism is not a crime".

Former Greek Finance minister Yanis Varoufakis, fashion designer Vivienne Westwood, editor in chief of WikiLeaks Kristinn Hrafnsonn and Pink Floyd star Roger Waters were among the high-profile names at the protest.