A UK court upheld a previous ruling that Tamil asylum seekers who arrived on Diego Garcia after a shipwreck were unlawfully detained for years in harsh conditions. Judges rejected the territory commissioner’s appeal on all grounds, strengthening the claimants’ position as they seek damages. The article notes the UK government could face significant compensation costs and reiterates that the remote military base was never considered a suitable place for migrants.
Date: December 16, 2025. Source: theguardian.com