Trump considers buying Chagos Islands, Mauritius denies any contact

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Mauritius

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Trump considers buying Chagos Islands, Mauritius denies any contact

The US is seeking to acquire the Chagos Islands, according to the Telegraph. The archipelago, including Diego Garcia, is strategically important. The UK plan to transfer sovereignty to Mauritius is stalled. Trump's administration reportedly considers direct talks with Mauritius, but Mauritius denies any contact.

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