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Donald Trump suggests he will back UK in Chagos Islands deal

Trump supports a deal transferring Chagos Islands to Mauritius, including Diego Garcia base, surprising UK officials.

Discussions with Mauritius are crucial for the military base's future according to Starmer.

Watch: UK foreign secretary suggests Trump has influence on UK's Chagos deal

Donald Trump's approval is crucial for the UK's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.

Chagos deal will not go ahead if Trump rejects it - Lammy

The Chagos Islands deal requires US support, especially from President Trump, due to shared military interests.

Donald Trump signs off UK's handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

Trump's approval leads UK to finalize the Chagos Islands handover agreement with Mauritius.

Why is the UK handing the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius?

The UK will return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius under a deal that allows the US military base to remain for 99 years.

A tiny ocean island is home to a restricted US military base. The secret just got out

The UK is now ceding sovereignty over Diego Garcia to Mauritius, ending a long-standing territorial dispute.

Donald Trump suggests he will back UK in Chagos Islands deal

Trump supports a deal transferring Chagos Islands to Mauritius, including Diego Garcia base, surprising UK officials.

Discussions with Mauritius are crucial for the military base's future according to Starmer.

Watch: UK foreign secretary suggests Trump has influence on UK's Chagos deal

Donald Trump's approval is crucial for the UK's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.

Chagos deal will not go ahead if Trump rejects it - Lammy

The Chagos Islands deal requires US support, especially from President Trump, due to shared military interests.

Donald Trump signs off UK's handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

Trump's approval leads UK to finalize the Chagos Islands handover agreement with Mauritius.

Why is the UK handing the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius?

The UK will return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius under a deal that allows the US military base to remain for 99 years.

A tiny ocean island is home to a restricted US military base. The secret just got out

The UK is now ceding sovereignty over Diego Garcia to Mauritius, ending a long-standing territorial dispute.

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#reproductive-rights

Starmer accused of defence spend cover up' in row over 9bn Chagos deal funding

The Independent champions accessible journalism across critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.

Trump aide brands UK plan to hand over Chagos Islands calamitous'

The Independent provides critical insights on major global issues while emphasizing the need for accessible, quality journalism.

Revealed: Donald Trump's push to veto Starmer's Chagos Islands deal

The Independent focuses on crucial social issues while advocating for accessible journalism in a politically polarized environment.

British Chagos Islanders to sue government over plan to give up control of territory

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground journalism for current US issues, advocating for accessible quality reporting without paywalls.

Trump tensions with Starmer increase over Chagos amid fears of nuclear weapons ban

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-ground reporting to present balanced narratives during pivotal moments in US history.

Fresh blow to Chagos deal as indigenous people instruct lawyers to crush it

Indigenous Chagossians are legally challenging the UK government's controversial deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.

Starmer accused of defence spend cover up' in row over 9bn Chagos deal funding

The Independent champions accessible journalism across critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.

Trump aide brands UK plan to hand over Chagos Islands calamitous'

The Independent provides critical insights on major global issues while emphasizing the need for accessible, quality journalism.

Revealed: Donald Trump's push to veto Starmer's Chagos Islands deal

The Independent focuses on crucial social issues while advocating for accessible journalism in a politically polarized environment.

British Chagos Islanders to sue government over plan to give up control of territory

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-the-ground journalism for current US issues, advocating for accessible quality reporting without paywalls.

Trump tensions with Starmer increase over Chagos amid fears of nuclear weapons ban

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-ground reporting to present balanced narratives during pivotal moments in US history.

Fresh blow to Chagos deal as indigenous people instruct lawyers to crush it

Indigenous Chagossians are legally challenging the UK government's controversial deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.

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#keir-starmer

Trump 'inclined' to back UK's Chagos Islands deal

President Trump may support a deal transferring Chagos Islands sovereignty to Mauritius, contingent on US military interests.

Starmer to tell Trump that UK's Chagos deal will avoid tensions with China

Keir Starmer is urging Donald Trump to support Mauritius's legal claim to the Chagos Islands to avoid international tensions.

Starmer running out of time to land Chagos Islands deal before Trump takes power

The ongoing negotiations regarding the Chagos Islands demonstrate complex geopolitical tensions involving colonial legacy and U.S. administration change.

Starmer defends UK ceding control of Chagos Islands amid Tory criticism

Keir Starmer defends the decision regarding Chagos Islands, emphasizing US-UK military interests, amidst political blame and concerns over potential Chinese influence.

Farage claims Trump insiders horrified' at Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius

Trump's cabinet reportedly disapproves of Starmer's plans for the Chagos Islands handover.

The UK government insists they must follow an ICJ ruling regarding the islands.

James Cleverly condemns Chagos Islands deal - which he initiated

James Cleverly accuses Sir Keir Starmer of weakness over the Chagos Islands deal, despite initiating the sovereignty negotiations himself while in office.

Trump 'inclined' to back UK's Chagos Islands deal

President Trump may support a deal transferring Chagos Islands sovereignty to Mauritius, contingent on US military interests.

Starmer to tell Trump that UK's Chagos deal will avoid tensions with China

Keir Starmer is urging Donald Trump to support Mauritius's legal claim to the Chagos Islands to avoid international tensions.

Starmer running out of time to land Chagos Islands deal before Trump takes power

The ongoing negotiations regarding the Chagos Islands demonstrate complex geopolitical tensions involving colonial legacy and U.S. administration change.

Starmer defends UK ceding control of Chagos Islands amid Tory criticism

Keir Starmer defends the decision regarding Chagos Islands, emphasizing US-UK military interests, amidst political blame and concerns over potential Chinese influence.

Farage claims Trump insiders horrified' at Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius

Trump's cabinet reportedly disapproves of Starmer's plans for the Chagos Islands handover.

The UK government insists they must follow an ICJ ruling regarding the islands.

James Cleverly condemns Chagos Islands deal - which he initiated

James Cleverly accuses Sir Keir Starmer of weakness over the Chagos Islands deal, despite initiating the sovereignty negotiations himself while in office.

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#international-relations

Lammy admits Trump can veto Chagos deal as president prepares to confront Starmer

Trump's potential veto could impact the Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius, emphasizing U.S. influence in international agreements.

UK will give sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

The UK has agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing continued military presence on Diego Garcia.

UK government seeks meeting with Trump team over Chagos Islands agreement

The UK seeks to convince Trump not to abandon the Chagos Islands agreement, fearing implications for US-UK relations.

Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it's in their interests | Kenan Malik

Sovereignty is often ignored when it conflicts with national interests, as seen in the case of the Chagos Islands.

Concern in Downing Street over Chagos Islands handover deal

Concerns arise in Downing Street over the political and diplomatic ramifications of the Chagos Islands sovereignty agreement.

Starmer says Falklands are British and will remain British after Chagos Islands row

Sir Keir Starmer reaffirms that the Falkland Islands remain British amidst rising concerns after the UK's decision on the Chagos Islands.

Lammy admits Trump can veto Chagos deal as president prepares to confront Starmer

Trump's potential veto could impact the Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius, emphasizing U.S. influence in international agreements.

UK will give sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

The UK has agreed to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing continued military presence on Diego Garcia.

UK government seeks meeting with Trump team over Chagos Islands agreement

The UK seeks to convince Trump not to abandon the Chagos Islands agreement, fearing implications for US-UK relations.

Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it's in their interests | Kenan Malik

Sovereignty is often ignored when it conflicts with national interests, as seen in the case of the Chagos Islands.

Concern in Downing Street over Chagos Islands handover deal

Concerns arise in Downing Street over the political and diplomatic ramifications of the Chagos Islands sovereignty agreement.

Starmer says Falklands are British and will remain British after Chagos Islands row

Sir Keir Starmer reaffirms that the Falkland Islands remain British amidst rising concerns after the UK's decision on the Chagos Islands.

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#chagossians

Why giving up the Chagos Islands could cost Britain 9bn podcast

The UK and Mauritius reached an agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, potentially allowing Chagossians to return home.

Suddenly, all MPs know where the Chagos Islands are and what's best for them | John Crace

Many MPs were initially clueless about the Chagos Islands, highlighting a significant disconnect in understanding geopolitical issues before recent debates.

Why giving up the Chagos Islands could cost Britain 9bn podcast

The UK and Mauritius reached an agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, potentially allowing Chagossians to return home.

Suddenly, all MPs know where the Chagos Islands are and what's best for them | John Crace

Many MPs were initially clueless about the Chagos Islands, highlighting a significant disconnect in understanding geopolitical issues before recent debates.

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#national-security

Starmer under fire amid row over Chagos deal cost

The UK agreed to change payment terms for the Chagos Islands deal amid political scrutiny and national security concerns.

UK delays Chagos Island deal with Mauritius until Trump is consulted

The UK will delay ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius until consulting with the incoming Trump administration.

Starmer under fire amid row over Chagos deal cost

The UK agreed to change payment terms for the Chagos Islands deal amid political scrutiny and national security concerns.

UK delays Chagos Island deal with Mauritius until Trump is consulted

The UK will delay ceding sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius until consulting with the incoming Trump administration.

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Starmer blasted over the 'immoral surrender' of Chagos Islands costing taxpayers 18 billion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Farage criticized the government for prioritizing foreign aid over domestic support for pensioners amidst financial struggles.

#international-agreements

UK presses Mauritius on deal to protect Chagos Islands base DW 02/01/2025

The UK seeks strong protections for a military base on Chagos Islands amid a transfer deal to Mauritius.

Mauritius orders review of Chagos Islands deal as Starmer's plan dealt another blow

Mauritius will conduct an independent review of the Chagos Islands agreement, increasing uncertainty over its future.

UK presses Mauritius on deal to protect Chagos Islands base DW 02/01/2025

The UK seeks strong protections for a military base on Chagos Islands amid a transfer deal to Mauritius.

Mauritius orders review of Chagos Islands deal as Starmer's plan dealt another blow

Mauritius will conduct an independent review of the Chagos Islands agreement, increasing uncertainty over its future.

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#trump-administration

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson's US ambassador job will not be blocked

Trump is unlikely to block Peter Mandelson as British ambassador, hinting at complex UK-US relations ahead.

Trump team hostile to Chagos deal, claims Farage

The UK's sovereignty deal over the Chagos Islands may face resistance from the incoming Trump administration due to security concerns.

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson's US ambassador job will not be blocked

Trump is unlikely to block Peter Mandelson as British ambassador, hinting at complex UK-US relations ahead.

Trump team hostile to Chagos deal, claims Farage

The UK's sovereignty deal over the Chagos Islands may face resistance from the incoming Trump administration due to security concerns.

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#security-breach

Fears British High Commission phones were hacked during Chagos Islands talks

The leaked recordings raise concerns about phone hacking and security breaches in diplomatic negotiations over the Chagos Islands.

MPs demand answers over fears UK officials' phones hacked during Chagos negotiations

The UK government faces pressure over alleged phone hacking at the British High Commission amid sensitive Chagos Islands negotiations.

Fears British High Commission phones were hacked during Chagos Islands talks

The leaked recordings raise concerns about phone hacking and security breaches in diplomatic negotiations over the Chagos Islands.

MPs demand answers over fears UK officials' phones hacked during Chagos negotiations

The UK government faces pressure over alleged phone hacking at the British High Commission amid sensitive Chagos Islands negotiations.

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Deal struck to deport migrants arriving in the Chagos Islands to St Helena

The UK government has reached an agreement to deport migrants arriving in Chagos Islands to St Helena, raising concerns over cultural impacts.

Sir Keir Starmer's strategy involves negotiating territorial control amidst increasing immigration challenges, reflecting a complex political landscape.

#colonial-legacy

U.K. to Return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute

Britain is transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, addressing colonial history and geopolitical tensions in the Indian Ocean.

For Britain, Chagos is not the same as Gibraltar or the Falklands | Letters

Self-determination is crucial for Gibraltarians and Chagossians, yet geopolitical factors often hinder Britain's commitment to uphold their rights.

U.K. to Return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute

Britain is transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, addressing colonial history and geopolitical tensions in the Indian Ocean.

For Britain, Chagos is not the same as Gibraltar or the Falklands | Letters

Self-determination is crucial for Gibraltarians and Chagossians, yet geopolitical factors often hinder Britain's commitment to uphold their rights.

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#gibraltar

Will the UK give up' Gibraltar next? In Spain, we're more worried about Brexit's absurdities | Maria Ramirez

Gibraltar's Brexit fallout jeopardizes livelihoods despite local opposition to leaving the EU.

The Chagos Islands decision does not impact Gibraltar's sovereignty status.

Falklands and Gibraltar will stay British, PM says

Sir Keir Starmer pledges that the Falkland Islands and Gibraltar will remain British amid sovereignty concerns.

Will the UK give up' Gibraltar next? In Spain, we're more worried about Brexit's absurdities | Maria Ramirez

Gibraltar's Brexit fallout jeopardizes livelihoods despite local opposition to leaving the EU.

The Chagos Islands decision does not impact Gibraltar's sovereignty status.

Falklands and Gibraltar will stay British, PM says

Sir Keir Starmer pledges that the Falkland Islands and Gibraltar will remain British amid sovereignty concerns.

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How a UK treaty could spell the end of the .io domain

The UK is set to relinquish control of the Chagos Islands, which may end the use of the .io domain.

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Falkland Islands and Gibraltar status non-negotiable, says Lammy

UK's decision to relinquish control of Chagos Islands doesn't change stance on other territories like Falkland Islands or Gibraltar.

Lammy defends Chagos deal, saying it saves important UK-US military base

The decision to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius is crucial to maintaining UK-US military interests while addressing territorial disputes.

Falkland Islands and Gibraltar status non-negotiable, says Lammy

UK's decision to relinquish control of Chagos Islands doesn't change stance on other territories like Falkland Islands or Gibraltar.

Lammy defends Chagos deal, saying it saves important UK-US military base

The decision to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius is crucial to maintaining UK-US military interests while addressing territorial disputes.

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Labour called 'weak' for giving the Chagos Islands to Mauritius 'without consent' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour government strikes a deal relinquishing sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, ensuring military base's future amid criticism from Conservatives.

UK agrees to give sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius

The UK is relinquishing control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius while securing its military presence on Diego Garcia.

The agreement enhances global security and addresses historical injustices faced by displaced residents of the islands.

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Donald Trump suggests he will back UK in Chagos Islands deal

Watch: UK foreign secretary suggests Trump has influence on UK's Chagos deal

Chagos deal will not go ahead if Trump rejects it - Lammy

Donald Trump signs off UK's handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

Why is the UK handing the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius?

A tiny ocean island is home to a restricted US military base. The secret just got out

Donald Trump suggests he will back UK in Chagos Islands deal

Watch: UK foreign secretary suggests Trump has influence on UK's Chagos deal

Chagos deal will not go ahead if Trump rejects it - Lammy

Donald Trump signs off UK's handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

Why is the UK handing the Chagos Islands back to Mauritius?

A tiny ocean island is home to a restricted US military base. The secret just got out

Starmer accused of defence spend cover up' in row over 9bn Chagos deal funding

Trump aide brands UK plan to hand over Chagos Islands calamitous'

Revealed: Donald Trump's push to veto Starmer's Chagos Islands deal

British Chagos Islanders to sue government over plan to give up control of territory

Trump tensions with Starmer increase over Chagos amid fears of nuclear weapons ban

Fresh blow to Chagos deal as indigenous people instruct lawyers to crush it

Starmer accused of defence spend cover up' in row over 9bn Chagos deal funding

Trump aide brands UK plan to hand over Chagos Islands calamitous'

Revealed: Donald Trump's push to veto Starmer's Chagos Islands deal

British Chagos Islanders to sue government over plan to give up control of territory

Trump tensions with Starmer increase over Chagos amid fears of nuclear weapons ban

Fresh blow to Chagos deal as indigenous people instruct lawyers to crush it

Trump 'inclined' to back UK's Chagos Islands deal

Starmer to tell Trump that UK's Chagos deal will avoid tensions with China

Starmer running out of time to land Chagos Islands deal before Trump takes power

Starmer defends UK ceding control of Chagos Islands amid Tory criticism

Farage claims Trump insiders horrified' at Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius

James Cleverly condemns Chagos Islands deal - which he initiated

Trump 'inclined' to back UK's Chagos Islands deal

Starmer to tell Trump that UK's Chagos deal will avoid tensions with China

Starmer running out of time to land Chagos Islands deal before Trump takes power

Starmer defends UK ceding control of Chagos Islands amid Tory criticism

Farage claims Trump insiders horrified' at Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius

James Cleverly condemns Chagos Islands deal - which he initiated

Lammy admits Trump can veto Chagos deal as president prepares to confront Starmer

UK will give sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

UK government seeks meeting with Trump team over Chagos Islands agreement

Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it's in their interests | Kenan Malik

Concern in Downing Street over Chagos Islands handover deal

Starmer says Falklands are British and will remain British after Chagos Islands row

Lammy admits Trump can veto Chagos deal as president prepares to confront Starmer

UK will give sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius

UK government seeks meeting with Trump team over Chagos Islands agreement

Global leaders have a selective view of sovereignty. It matters, as long as it's in their interests | Kenan Malik

Concern in Downing Street over Chagos Islands handover deal

Starmer says Falklands are British and will remain British after Chagos Islands row

Why giving up the Chagos Islands could cost Britain 9bn podcast

Suddenly, all MPs know where the Chagos Islands are and what's best for them | John Crace

Why giving up the Chagos Islands could cost Britain 9bn podcast

Suddenly, all MPs know where the Chagos Islands are and what's best for them | John Crace

Starmer under fire amid row over Chagos deal cost

UK delays Chagos Island deal with Mauritius until Trump is consulted

Starmer under fire amid row over Chagos deal cost

UK delays Chagos Island deal with Mauritius until Trump is consulted

Starmer blasted over the 'immoral surrender' of Chagos Islands costing taxpayers 18 billion - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK presses Mauritius on deal to protect Chagos Islands base DW 02/01/2025

Mauritius orders review of Chagos Islands deal as Starmer's plan dealt another blow

UK presses Mauritius on deal to protect Chagos Islands base DW 02/01/2025

Mauritius orders review of Chagos Islands deal as Starmer's plan dealt another blow

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson's US ambassador job will not be blocked

Trump team hostile to Chagos deal, claims Farage

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson's US ambassador job will not be blocked

Trump team hostile to Chagos deal, claims Farage

Fears British High Commission phones were hacked during Chagos Islands talks

MPs demand answers over fears UK officials' phones hacked during Chagos negotiations

Fears British High Commission phones were hacked during Chagos Islands talks

MPs demand answers over fears UK officials' phones hacked during Chagos negotiations

Deal struck to deport migrants arriving in the Chagos Islands to St Helena

U.K. to Return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute

For Britain, Chagos is not the same as Gibraltar or the Falklands | Letters

U.K. to Return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Ending Colonial-Era Dispute

For Britain, Chagos is not the same as Gibraltar or the Falklands | Letters

Will the UK give up' Gibraltar next? In Spain, we're more worried about Brexit's absurdities | Maria Ramirez

Falklands and Gibraltar will stay British, PM says

Will the UK give up' Gibraltar next? In Spain, we're more worried about Brexit's absurdities | Maria Ramirez

Falklands and Gibraltar will stay British, PM says

How a UK treaty could spell the end of the .io domain

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