WikiLeaks' Assange fights extradition to Sweden

LONDON (AP) — WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange has told a London court he will fight extradition to Sweden.

The 39-year-old Australian was appearing today before City of Westminster Magistrates' Court. He was asked whether he understood that he could consent to be extradited to Sweden, where he faces allegations of sex crimes.

Assange said that he understood - and that he did not consent.