Former U.S. President Donald Trump has urged the United Kingdom not to relinquish control of Diego Garcia, the strategically significant island in the Chagos Archipelago. The remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic tensions over the sovereignty of the islands, which have long been a subject of dispute between the UK and Mauritius. Diego Garcia, home to a key U.S. military base, remains a focal point in discussions about regional security and colonial-era territorial claims.
Chagos Islands Dispute Intensifies as Trump Urges UK to Retain Diego Garcia
The dispute over the sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago has escalated significantly this week as former US President Donald Trump publicly urged the United Kingdom to maintain its control over Diego Garcia, the strategically vital island used as a military base. Trump emphasized the island’s importance in regional security and global military operations, cautioning against any moves that might weaken the established military presence…
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Author : Olivia Williams
Publish date : 2026-02-20 06:58:00
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