Republicans Urge Trump to Halt UK Plan for Diego Garcia Military Base
Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to block a United Kingdom proposal concerning the Diego Garcia military base.
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UK Halts Return of Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Britain has paused the process of ratifying an agreement to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago, which includes the strategically vital island of Diego Garcia hosting a US military base, to Mauritius.
Donald Trump Expresses Admiration for Nicki Minaj Amid Growing Ties
Donald Trump publicly expressed his admiration for Nicki Minaj, stating 'I love Nicki Minaj; her skin is so beautiful, her nails are so long,' highlighting their strengthening ties during his second term.
Australian Bar Declared Crime Scene After Seizure of Trump and Netanyahu Nazi Posters
An Australian cafe in Canberra was declared a 'crime scene' after police confiscated posters depicting Trump and Netanyahu in Nazi uniforms, which the owner claimed were 'demonstrably anti-fascist'.
Witkoff and Kushner Engage in Geneva Negotiations on Ukraine and Iran
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have reportedly held negotiations in Geneva with the aim of securing a nuclear deal with Iran and bringing an end to Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.
US military base at Diego Garcia thrown back into uncertainty amid Chagos deal turmoil
U.K. Parliament ratification of Chagos Islands sovereignty transfer to Mauritius remains uncertain as House of Lords considers legislation amid transatlantic tensions.
Donald Trump turns against UK Chagos Islands plan again
President suggests US could use Diego Garcia airfield for potential strikes against Iran Donald Trump changed his mind on supporting the Chagos Islands deal because the UK will not permit its airbases to be used for a pre-emptive US strike on Iran, the Guardian has been told. In his latest change of heart on the deal, the US president said on social media that Keir Starmer was “making a big mistake” by handing sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius in exchange for continued use by the UK and US of their airbase on one of the islands, Diego Garcia. Continue reading...
Why Trump turned on Starmer’s Chagos deal - The Times
Why Trump turned on Starmer’s Chagos deal The Times
British Leader Faces Calls to Step Down Over Policy Flip-Flops and Controversial Appointment
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, already weakened by policy 'U-turns,' is facing calls to resign after appointing a close friend of Jeffrey Epstein, adding to his political woes.
UK has not paused Chagos Island deal ratification after US criticism
Britain clarified it has not paused the ratification of a deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius. While discussions with the US continue, a foreign office spokesperson stated no deadline exists and timings will be announced normally. This comes after US President Trump criticized the deal, which preserves US operations on Diego Garcia through a 99-year lease.
Russia and Japan Continue Dispute Over Kuril Islands After 80 Years
Russia and Japan remain at odds over the ownership of the Kuril Islands, with Tokyo urging negotiations while Moscow appears uninterested.
How Trump Is Making Sure His Ballroom Plans Sail Through
President Trump has installed allies — including his former receptionist — on the boards and commissions tasked with overseeing the project.
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Trump flips position on UK's Chagos Islands deal approval
After initially saying he supported the deal, the US president called it a "big mistake." London stood by the agreement, saying it was the "only way" to guarantee a strategic joint military base with the US.