UK PM Starmer pull Chagos deal after Trump backlash
The report indicates UK PM Starmer's decision to halt the Chagos Islands deal, primarily due to backlash following Trump's comments.
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Ukraine and Russia talks in Abu Dhabi have ended for the day
UK PM Starmer pull Chagos deal after Trump backlash
Trump admin weighs naval blockade to halt Cuban oil imports, Politico reports
Turkish foreign minister says there are signs Israel is still looking to attack Iran
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