Sir Keir Starmer has been criticised for handing back British-owned territory to Mauritius, following a 200-year row over the islands.

The Labour premier announced today that the Chagos Islands will be handed back after losing a unanimous vote in the United Nations, with a loss of support for the UK's claim by international communities.

Sir Keir Starmer has been criticised for handing back British-owned territory to Mauritius, following a 200-year row over the islands.The Labour premier announced today that the Chagos Islands will be handed back after losing a unanimous vote in the United Nations, with a loss of support for the UK'...{ai:summary}<p>Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for the decision to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, ending a 200-year dispute. This move follows a unanimous United Nations vote against the UK's claim, reflecting diminishing international support.  </p><p>#politics</p>

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