Summary
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized President Donald Trump for changing his stance on the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands, which are currently a British territory. The disagreement is linked to a broader U.S. pressure campaign over Greenland, which Trump views as strategically important. The Chagos Islands are significant due to the U.S. military base on Diego Garcia.
Key Facts
- President Trump changed his position on the Chagos Islands, criticizing the transfer of sovereignty to Mauritius.
- The Chagos Islands include Diego Garcia, a critical U.S. military base in the Indian Ocean.
- Britain has agreed to transfer the islands to Mauritius, but the treaty is not yet ratified.
- Keir Starmer accused Trump of using the Chagos Islands issue to pressure the U.K. on Greenland.
- Trump believes acquiring Greenland is crucial to U.S. national security.
- Trump has threatened tariffs against European allies opposing U.S. control over Greenland.
- European allies, including the U.K., insist Greenland’s future is a decision for Denmark and the island itself.
