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Manchester Scoop · Sep 23, 2026

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PM Andy Burnham will review the proposed Chagos Islands deal following Donald Trump’s opposition, Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed.Trump has described the agreement as “terrible” and “ridiculous.” Streeting said US support is essential. Under the proposed deal, sovereignty would be transferred to Mauritius while the strategically important Diego Garcia military base would be secured through a 99-year lease, potentially costing £30bn. JOIN TMS:

PM Andy Burnham will review the proposed Chagos Islands deal following Donald Trump’s opposition, Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has confirmed.Trump has described the agreement as “terrible” and “ridiculous.” Streeting said US support is essential. Under the proposed deal, sovereignty would be transferred to Mauritius while the strategically important Diego Garcia military base would be secured through a 99-year lease, potentially costing £30bn. JOIN TMS: *https://wa.me/447776235803*

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