Summary
President Donald Trump made comments about NATO troops in Afghanistan that upset some UK officials and veterans. A separate issue involves President Trump delaying a UK decision about the Chagos Islands, a territory involved in a dispute with Mauritius.
Key Facts
- President Trump criticized NATO troops for not being on the front lines in Afghanistan.
- British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called Trump's comments "appalling".
- Some UK newspapers demand an apology from President Trump for his comments.
- Veterans and Prince Harry also criticized President Trump's remarks.
- President Trump delayed legislation in the UK about handing over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
- The UK planned to lease a military base on the Chagos Islands to Mauritius for £101 million a year.
- The delay in the Chagos Islands decision followed criticism from President Trump of the UK's plan.
- Discussions about the Chagos Islands were set to occur in the UK's House of Lords but have been postponed.
