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2026-02-19 10:56:56
[Trump Reiterates Opposition to UK Transfer of Chagos Islands Sovereignty to Mauritius] US President Donald Trump posted on social media on the 18th, reiterating his opposition to the UK's transfer of sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Trump stated on social media that he has consistently told British Prime Minister Keir Starmer that the UK's "century-long lease agreement" for Diego Garcia, the main island of the Chagos Islands, was a "major mistake," and that the UK should not lose control of Diego Garcia. Trump claimed that if Iran decides not to reach an agreement with the US, the US military might have to use the airport on Diego Garcia and Fairford Airport in the UK to prevent a potential Iranian attack, "which could target not only the UK, but also other friendly nations." (Xinhua)
