Julian Assange given permission to marry in prison

The prison governor said they “received, considered and processed [the couple’s application] in the usual way,” and that Assange’s request was treated just like “any other prisoner,” The Washington Post reports.

The couple, who met in 2011, went public with the news of their children in a YouTube video where Moris shared details about their relationship and family. She said the couple met for the first time at the Frontline Club in London, when she was interviewing to be a part of his legal team.

“While for many people it would seem insane to start a family in that context, for us it was the sane thing to do, to keep things real. It grounds me, and when Julian sees the children, it gives him a lot of peace and nurture and support. They are very happy children,” she elaborated.

A judge refused a U.S. request to extradite Assange in January, but said he should remain in prison while a higher court considers Washington’s appeal because he was a “significant flight risk.”

Assange was indicted on multiple counts of espionage and other charges after publishing classified American military and intelligence documents years ago.