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UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius
The UK has paused its agreement to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius following strong opposition from US President Donald Trump regarding the strategic Diego Garcia military base. London stated it requires US support to finalize the deal, while Mauritius vows to continue its pursuit of sovereignty.
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UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Apr 12, 2026, 8:00 PM
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