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UN Probes Starmer Over Chagos Deal Amid EU Fishing Claims

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UN Probes Starmer Over Chagos Deal Amid EU Fishing Claims
Key Points
  • UN investigation into alleged crimes against humanity by Sir Keir Starmer and human rights violations in the Chagos Islands deal
  • EU accused of exploiting the deal for fishing rights in British waters
  • Chagossian protests and warnings from Misley Mandarin

The United Nations is investigating whether the Chagos Islands deal between Britain and Mauritius breaches international human rights law, following a report alleging crimes against humanity by Sir Keir Starmer. The specific terms of the deal and the current status of the UN probe remain unclear, but the allegations have intensified scrutiny on the Labour leader's foreign policy stance. According to multiple reports, the UN is probing the deal's compliance with human rights standards, though evidence supporting the crimes against humanity claim has not been publicly detailed.

The European Union has been accused of exploiting the Chagos Islands agreement to secure fishing rights in British waters. A report from the European Commission revealed it is watching Britain's Chagos deal with 'great interest', and it would be a major boost for European-owned trawlers if the door is opened for fishing licences. According to Daily Express - Showbiz, Louise Mensch described the EU as seeking to take away not only territory and money but also fish, while ruining the environment. She added that the EU knows fishing rights in British waters were a key reason for Brexit, and questioned why Starmer and Rachel Reeves push for closer EU ties when the EU 'obviously hate us'. The evidence for EU exploitation claims has not been substantiated, but the Daily Express - Showbiz report highlights ongoing tensions over post-Brexit fishing arrangements.

I just want to know if Keir Starmer is French because he is becoming an expert at waving the white flag!

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP

First Minister of the Chagos Islands Misley Mandarin has issued a grave warning to Sir Keir Starmer and established a 'permanent' settlement in an extraordinary protest against the Chagos Islands deal. The details of this settlement and the nature of Mandarin's warning are not fully known, but the action underscores deep local opposition to the agreement. Chagossian campaigner Vanessa Calou sat down on GB News to rip into Sir Keir Starmer's stance on the Chagos Islands, amplifying dissent from the displaced community. According to Daily Express - Showbiz, Louise Mensch described Starmer as 'becoming an expert at waving the white flag' and suggested only President Trump could stop the deal, citing Starmer's ally Lord Hermer who 'hates the United States, hates the Western Alliance and hates British History'.

Nigel Farage has been hailed as the Chagossians' closest ally, according to multiple reports, lending significant political support to their cause. This alignment has drawn attention from conservative circles, with Farage's endorsement potentially influencing public opinion. According to Daily Express - Showbiz, Louise Mensch criticized the deal for giving away sovereign territory and national security, noting the US base on the islands, and argued Britain would pay to lease it back while losing fishing rights.

In this case what he wants to do is literally pay to give away not only our sovereign territory, not only our national security because there's a base there with the United States. But then we would apparently pay to lease that base back but now to also give away our fishing rights. Now I wonder why he and Rachel Reeves are constantly pushing us to get closer to the EU when the EU obviously hate us.

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP

The Bill to give away the Chagos Islands would be shelved, multiple reports indicate, suggesting legislative hurdles or political reconsideration amid the mounting controversy. This development could delay or alter the implementation of the deal, though its final fate remains uncertain. The shelving reflects the intense pressure from both domestic and international actors, including the UN investigation and EU interests.

The topic of the Chagos Islands deal has divided the public, according to multiple reports, though the specifics of how and the main opposing viewpoints are not detailed. This division underscores broader implications for British sovereignty, international relations, and human rights, with the deal becoming a flashpoint in debates over post-colonial justice and economic interests. The lack of clarity on deal terms and public sentiment adds to the complexity, as stakeholders from the EU to Chagossian protesters vie for influence.

The EU knows perfectly well that fishing rights in British waters are one of the key reasons why we decided to leave the EU.

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP

The answer is absolutely nothing.

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP

They want to take away not only the territory and the money for the territory, but now also the fish and on top of it, ruin the environment.

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP

The thing that matters to him more than anything else is his best mate Lord Hermer who hates the United States, hates the Western Alliance and hates British History, desperately trying to give away the Chagos Islands. Only President Trump can stop it, that's the irony.

Louise Mensch, Former Conservative MP
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