Newspaper headlines: 'Trump pulls support for Chagos' and 'Britain faces “1936 moment”'

Newspaper headlines: 'Trump pulls support for Chagos' and 'Britain faces “1936 moment”'

Recent headlines have spotlighted a significant shift in the stance of former US President Donald Trump regarding the Chagos Islands deal. Initially appearing to support the agreement that involved the sovereignty of Diego Garcia, Trump has now reversed his position. According to The Daily Telegraph, Trump has urged Sir Keir Starmer not to relinquish control of Diego Garcia to Mauritius, emphasizing the military base’s importance for potential airstrikes on Iran. This development marks a notable pivot in what had seemed like US backing, as also noted by The Times, which highlights the president’s criticism of Sir Keir for allegedly succumbing to “wokeism” amid the withdrawal of US support.

Alongside these political developments, the Daily Mail reports that former military officials and ex-ministers have issued a stark warning that Britain faces a “1936 moment,” urging Sir Keir Starmer to prioritize defense by doubling spending. The group’s intervention has been described as “unprecedented,” with a demand to raise defense expenditure to 5% of the national GDP, underscoring growing concerns about national security and military readiness.

Financial and political news continues with the Financial Times revealing the anticipated early departure of European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde. Sources close to Lagarde suggest she intends to step down before the French presidential election next April, highlighting a forthcoming leadership shift at the helm of Europe’s

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