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Trump cites UK’s ‘stupidity’ over Chagos Islands as reason to take over Greenland | First Thing

January 20, 2026

Donald Trump has criticized the UK's decision to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, labeling it a 'great stupidity' and using it as justification for his desire to acquire Greenland. This marks a significant shift from his previous endorsement of the UK-Mauritius deal, which he had praised as commendable.

Trump cites UK’s ‘stupidity’ over Chagos Islands as reason to take over Greenland | First Thing

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Trump calls UK's cession of Chagos Islands to Mauritius a 'great stupidity'.
He claims this decision has serious national security implications.
Trump cites the Chagos Islands deal as a reason to pursue control over Greenland.
This statement represents a reversal from his earlier support for the UK-Mauritius agreement.

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Trump cites UK’s ‘stupidity’ over Chagos Islands as reason to take over Greenland | First Thing

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