The article discusses the rising tensions surrounding a treaty intended to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands from the UK to Mauritius, spearheaded by Keir Starmer. A last-minute legal challenge by Chagossian Bertrice Pompe has delayed the signing, citing concerns over human rights violations and the potential for irreparable harm to those affected. Pompe argues the treaty marginalizes the rights of Chagossians, many of whom were forcibly removed from their homes, and questions the benefits they would receive from this agreement, which may require them to obtain Mauritian citizenship for recognition.
A dramatic intervention last night by a senior judge threatens to throw Keir Starmer's controversial plans to sign away the Chagos Islands to Mauritius today in chaos.
Bertrice Pompe, who initiated the emergency legal challenge, argued that the treaty would cause irreparable harm and violate fundamental legal and human rights principles.
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