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#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.

Boris Johnson says terrible' Chagos Islands deal makes UK look pathetic'

Boris Johnson believes the UK's handover of the Chagos Islands portrays it as weak and undermines Western security.

Why the return of the Chagos Islands has left Chagossians unhappy

UK to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, excluding Chagossians and maintaining military control of Diego Garcia.

Britain to hand sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius DW 10/03/2024

The UK has agreed to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing the future of a critical military base.

UK to hand over secretive island to Mauritius in historic move

UK recognizes Mauritius' sovereignty over Chagos Islands, securing Diego Garcia military base for at least 99 years.

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.

Boris Johnson says terrible' Chagos Islands deal makes UK look pathetic'

Boris Johnson believes the UK's handover of the Chagos Islands portrays it as weak and undermines Western security.

Why the return of the Chagos Islands has left Chagossians unhappy

UK to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius, excluding Chagossians and maintaining military control of Diego Garcia.

Britain to hand sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius DW 10/03/2024

The UK has agreed to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, securing the future of a critical military base.

UK to hand over secretive island to Mauritius in historic move

UK recognizes Mauritius' sovereignty over Chagos Islands, securing Diego Garcia military base for at least 99 years.
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#reproductive-rights

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.

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.

Trump's team concerned Starmer will complete Chagos Islands deal before inauguration

The Independent aims to provide accessible quality journalism and is actively covering significant stories in US politics and international relations.

Keir Starmer's envoy seeks to woo Donald Trump's team over Chagos islands row

The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground journalism to provide balanced reporting during critical political events.

Fears Starmer's deal won't stop China building rival Chagos military base

The Independent champions free, accessible journalism, emphasizing its importance during pivotal moments in history.

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.

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.

Trump's team concerned Starmer will complete Chagos Islands deal before inauguration

The Independent aims to provide accessible quality journalism and is actively covering significant stories in US politics and international relations.

Keir Starmer's envoy seeks to woo Donald Trump's team over Chagos islands row

The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground journalism to provide balanced reporting during critical political events.

Fears Starmer's deal won't stop China building rival Chagos military base

The Independent champions free, accessible journalism, emphasizing its importance during pivotal moments in history.
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#donald-trump

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.
#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.
#geopolitics

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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#sovereignty

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.

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 will face MPs over giving up the Crown territory of Chagos Islands - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

MPs are upset with the Foreign Secretary for giving up control of the Chagos Islands amid concerns over sovereignty and military bases.

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.

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 will face MPs over giving up the Crown territory of Chagos Islands - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

MPs are upset with the Foreign Secretary for giving up control of the Chagos Islands amid concerns over sovereignty and military bases.
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#uk-government

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.

Chagos islanders stunned as David Cameron rules out return

Britain's foreign secretary, David Cameron, ruled out the resettlement of former inhabitants of the Chagos Islands, contradicting earlier discussions of their potential return.
Chagossian groups criticized Cameron's intervention and called for the restoration of their rights before any decision is made regarding the islands.

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.

Chagos islanders stunned as David Cameron rules out return

Britain's foreign secretary, David Cameron, ruled out the resettlement of former inhabitants of the Chagos Islands, contradicting earlier discussions of their potential return.
Chagossian groups criticized Cameron's intervention and called for the restoration of their rights before any decision is made regarding the islands.
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#military-strategy

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.

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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