Stranded Migrants Endure Hellish Conditions on Diego Garcia Island

Dozens of Sri Lankan Tamil migrants have been stranded on the British territory of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean for 20 months after being rescued from their struggling fishing boat. They are desperate to leave for a safe place, describing conditions as hellish, but the unusual legal status of the island has left them feeling frightened and helpless. The migrants have alleged sexual assault, torture, and suicide attempts in the camp. The UK government has not yet identified a suitable safe third country for them. The UNHCR has requested access to the island, but this has not yet been granted.