Mauritius22 hrs agoMaldives tells UK it does not recognise Chagos Islands dealThe Maldives is threatening international legal action to press its claim for control of the Chagos Islands.22 hrs ago1 day agoRationing power and diluting petrol - how African countries are coping with effects of Iran warThe disruption in oil supplies has caused shortages and concerns in several African countries.1 day ago25 Feb 2026UK government denies Chagos Islands deal is paused, despite minister's commentIt come after a minister said the UK is discussing "concerns" with the US, after President Trump criticised the deal.25 Feb 202625 Feb 2026What is the UK's Chagos Islands deal and what has Trump said about it?The president says the UK must "not give away" Diego Garcia, shortly after the US appeared to have backed the deal.25 Feb 202620 Feb 2026Deportation of Chagos Islanders blocked by judgeA court upholds a challenge about the lawfulness of the orders to remove four men who travelled to the territory.20 Feb 202618 Feb 2026US says it supports UK Chagos Islands dealUS Department of State says it supports the UK's decision to "proceed with its agreement with Mauritius concerning the Chagos archipelago". 18 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Why an India court ruling on a 2018 deal is rattling foreign investorsInvestors are spooked by an order on a 2018 stake sale and fear it could open up old transactions to tax scrutiny.29 Jan 202628 Jan 2026Chagos discussions with US continue, says StarmerThe prime minister says he has discussed the deal with Donald Trump, but there are concerns in Whitehall the US could withdraw support for the agreement.28 Jan 202626 Jan 2026Minister claims 'sabotage' behind Chagos debate delayThe Conservatives have raised further concerns after Donald Trump described the agreement as a "great act of stupidity".26 Jan 2026...
