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Trump spars with Starmer over UK bases for Iran strikes
world3 days ago

Trump spars with Starmer over UK bases for Iran strikes

President Trump attacked UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for denying initial US access to British bases for strikes on Iran, calling him 'not Winston Churchill.' The UK had refused Diego Garcia but later allowed US access to bases for defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites; London says it will not back regime change from the air, while continuing to cooperate with the US, and the Royal Navy dispatched HMS Dragon to Cyprus after drone attacks.

via BBC|
#iran#starmer#trump
Trump hints US would use force to secure Diego Garcia if access is threatened
world28 days ago

Trump hints US would use force to secure Diego Garcia if access is threatened

Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post that the United States could militarily secure the Diego Garcia base if a future deal or access is threatened, following what he called productive discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He stressed the strategic importance of Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean for U.S. national security. The base—leased from the U.K. with sovereignty disputed by Mauritius—hosts about 2,500 personnel and has long been used for U.S. operations. Britain has agreed to compensate Mauritius and allow a possible lease extension, with Downing Street saying the leaders will continue to work to guarantee the base’s future operation. The piece notes the broader U.S.-U.K. security relationship and historical tensions over the sovereignty arrangement.

via foxnews.com|
#diego-garcia#mauritius#national-security
Mandelson’s messages threaten to derail UK-US Trump ties
politics29 days ago

Mandelson’s messages threaten to derail UK-US Trump ties

UK officials fear that documents from former ambassador Peter Mandelson could be released, exposing candid views on Donald Trump and responses from Downing Street and the Foreign Office and potentially harming the UK–US relationship as MPs demand transparency. The Intelligence and Security Committee will review the materials, while the FCDO chief reassures staff; Mandelson’s controversial ties to Epstein and his departure as ambassador add to the sensitivity of the disclosures.

via politico.eu|
#diplomacy#donald-trump#mandelson
Starmer: U.S. backed Chagos deal despite Trump backlash
world1 month ago

Starmer: U.S. backed Chagos deal despite Trump backlash

Keir Starmer says U.S. intelligence agencies reviewed and backed the 2024 Chagos–Mauritius handover after an agency-level review, contradicting Donald Trump’s public opposition; Downing Street maintains the deal is done and won’t be derailed by Washington. The agreement includes a 99-year Diego Garcia lease and about £3.4bn in official costs, with U.S. security concerns and potential implications for ICJ considerations cited as talks continue, even as the Lords debate is delayed.

via The Guardian|
#chagos-islands#diego-garcia#mauritius
US cautions UK as X deepfake probe fuels potential ban
politics1 month ago

US cautions UK as X deepfake probe fuels potential ban

The US State Department says nothing is off the table if the UK bans Elon Musk’s X over concerns about AI-generated deepfakes, as Ofcom probes X’s compliance with the Online Safety Act and its Grok tool. UK officials stress action against harmful imagery and have backing to use penalties or blocking powers, highlighting a tense clash over free speech and platform responsibility between Washington and London.

via politico.eu|
#elon-musk#grok#online-safety
Greenland and Ukraine Highlight Trump's Unpredictability
world1 month ago

Greenland and Ukraine Highlight Trump's Unpredictability

The article discusses Europe's attempts to navigate US unpredictability under President Trump, focusing on two key issues: Greenland, where European leaders dismiss Trump's interest as absurd, and Ukraine, where there is cautious optimism about increased US involvement in securing peace, including potential military support. The overarching theme highlights the uncertainty and strategic calculations in European-US relations amid Trump's unpredictable leadership style.

via BBC|
#european-security#greenland#trump-unpredictability
Highlights from the U.K. State Banquet and Diplomatic Talks
world5 months ago

Highlights from the U.K. State Banquet and Diplomatic Talks

A lavish state banquet at Windsor Castle for US President Donald Trump's UK visit featured a guest list of royals, tech and finance executives, and political figures, highlighting the diplomatic and economic ties between the US and UK, with notable attendees including Tim Cook, Jensen Huang, and Rupert Murdoch, alongside members of Trump's family and administration.

via BBC|
#guest-list#powerful-guests#royal-banquet
Trump's Second UK State Visit Amidst Unrest and Key Roles
world5 months ago

Trump's Second UK State Visit Amidst Unrest and Key Roles

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are visiting the UK for a historic second state visit, hosted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle, to strengthen US-UK ties, celebrate the US's 250th anniversary, and discuss security, trade, and nuclear power collaborations. The visit features royal ceremonies, military displays, and bilateral meetings, with notable absences like Prince Andrew due to controversy.

via ABC News|
#state-visit#trump#uk