A fallout with President Trump has seen the planned handing over of the islands put on ice. At the center of the debate is the use of a joint UK-US military base.
UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius
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Fri 20:46 - Sky News (UK)
Chagos Islands deal pulled by government after Trump brands it 'act of great stupidity'
Sat 12:01 - NYT Europe
U.K. Puts Chagos Islands Deal on Hold Following Criticism From Trump
Sat 16:26 - DW All
UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius
Sat 16:26 - DW Top
UK freezes deal to return Chagos Islands to Mauritius