Mauritius
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Trump Urges UK to Retain Control of Diego Garcia Amidst Mauritian Claims
US President Donald Trump has advised the UK against handing over the disputed island of Diego Garcia to Mauritius, warning it would be a "blight" on their alliance. The island, part of the Chagos Archipelago, has been at the center of a decades-long dispute between the UK and Mauritius. Trump's intervention adds a new dimension to the long-standing issue.
US Backs UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Islands, Paving Way for Resolution
The US Department of State has announced its support for the UK's decision to proceed with its agreement with Mauritius concerning the Chagos archipelago. This move is seen as a significant development in the long-standing dispute over the islands. The deal is expected to have far-reaching implications for the region.
US Backs UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Islands, Amid Decades-Long Dispute
The United States has announced its support for a UK-Mauritius agreement regarding the Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory in the Indian Ocean. The deal comes after decades of controversy surrounding the islands' sovereignty. The US Department of State expressed its backing for the agreement, which could potentially resolve a long-standing dispute.