Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order
Summary
A group of Chagossians landed on the Chagos Islands to protest a deal transferring control of the territory from the UK to Mauritius. Despite being served with removal orders by British authorities, the Chagossians plan to establish a permanent settlement. They are challenging the removal order in court, supported by a crew offshore.Key Facts
- Chagossians traveled from Sri Lanka to the Chagos Islands to protest the UK's agreement to transfer the territory to Mauritius.
- British authorities served the group with eviction papers, but they refuse to leave.
- The British government considers the group's journey illegal and says it poses no security threat to the UK-US military base on Diego Garcia.
- Misley Mandarin, a leader among the Chagossians, insists they will not leave voluntarily.
- The group is supported by a vessel parked offshore and former UK MP Adam Holloway.
- The UK agreed to a deal with Mauritius, but President Trump urged UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer not to transfer control of Diego Garcia.
- The deal includes the UK paying £101 million annually for 99 years to maintain military control.
- Many Chagossians oppose the deal, hoping the UK retains sovereignty so they can return to their homeland.
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