I suspect there will be an eventual compromise, or perhaps he'll be there long enough for any statute of limitations to expire on the potential assault charges. Of course, new charges can always be brought...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-19281492

A subsequent offer by Ecuador to allow Swedish investigators to interview Mr Assange inside the embassy was rejected.

The Wikileaks website Mr Assange founded published a mass of leaked diplomatic cables that embarrassed several governments, particularly the US's, in 2010.

Mr Assange says he fears that if extradited to Sweden, he will then be passed on to the American authorities.


Assange has a pretty weak hand though...

Cheers,
Scott.