Keir Starmer pulls Chagos bill after Trump backlash
Starmer pulls Chagos surrender bill after Trump backlash
Keir Starmer forced to withdraw a proposed Chagos Island Bill amid Donald Trump's strong opposition, sparking international backlash. On January 23, 2026, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced the removal of the bill after U.S. pressure and global condemnation. The Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory in the Indian Ocean, have been a subject of dispute since 1965. Trump's criticism labeled the bill a "shameful surrender" and urged the UK to reconsider. The withdrawal follows a broader diplomatic push for a reassessment of colonial legacies and Indigenous rights. The incident highlights tensions between UK sovereignty claims and international human rights advocacy.
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