President Donald Trump has once again urged the UK to maintain its sovereignty over the Chagos Islands and not hand them over to Mauritius.
The archipelago, located in the central Indian Ocean, comprises over a thousand islands, with Diego Garcia hosting a vital U.S.–UK joint military facility that London has leased to Washington until 2036.
The wranglings over the islands’ sovereignty have dragged on for years, but on Feb. 18, Trump issued his sternest rebuke yet of Britain for moving forward with its plan to cede control of the territory to its former colony.
Here’s what we know.
What Trump Said About the Chagos Islands
Trump on Feb. 18 urged British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to retain control of Diego Garcia, saying the island territory could help deter future aggression by Iran….
Why Trump Wants UK to Keep the Chagos Islands: What to Know
