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He’s been confined 23 hours a day, an ordeal that already violates the UN’s torture standards. The restrictions predate the pandemic, suggesting systematic mistreatment. Even high-profile figures like Pope Francis have reportedly sent prayers on his behalf, highlighting public concern about his wellbeing.
Gabriel adds context about US prisons, describing the notorious conditions in supermax facilities, where inmates have minimal contact with family and face stark isolation—conditions that could be disastrous for Assange if extradited.