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UK Rejects Trump's Criticism Over Chagos Islands Deal

Published January 20, 2026, 12:37
UK Rejects Trump's Criticism Over Chagos Islands Deal

The British government has officially responded to criticism from Donald Trump regarding the agreement concerning the Chagos Islands, making it clear that the UK will not compromise on matters of national security. The government emphasized that the agreement was necessary to ensure the continued operation of the joint US-British military base on Diego Garcia, which had been threatened by legal challenges. London assured that this move is not a concession, but rather an action to protect strategic interests and maintain a Western presence in the Indian Ocean. The deal has been publicly welcomed by the United States, Australia, and other allies, including India, Japan, and South Korea, who are part of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance.