Trump Says He Is Likely to Accept Uk Deal on Chagos Islands
President Donald Trump said on Thursday he was inclined to back a deal between Britain and Mauritius over the future of a U.S.-UK military base in the Chagos Islands, in a boost for British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The agreement would cede sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius while retaining control under a 99-year lease of the military base on Diego Garcia. This development marks a significant shift in Trump's stance on the issue.
- The backing of this deal by former President Joe Biden may indicate a deeper understanding of the implications and complexities involved, which could inform a more nuanced approach to foreign policy.
- How will the U.S. role in managing the Chagos Islands evolve under this new agreement, particularly in terms of its influence over global military strategy and relations with other nations?