WikiLeaks suspect gets military hearing in December

Manning, who was arrested last year, faces more than
two dozen charges related to his alleged leaking of materials that were
published by Wikileaks. The leaks include video of a helicopter attack in Iraq
where two Reuters journalists were killed and classified State Department
cables.

{mosads}Many have been
critical of the way Manning has been detained since his arrest, and former
State Department spokesman P.J. Crowley resigned earlier this year after
complaining publicly that Manning was being mistreated.

The most serious charge against Manning is a capital
offense, but prosecutors have said they will not seek the death penalty.

Coombs said that the December hearing would last for about
five days. The hearing will be open to the public, except when classified
material is being discussed.