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US Weighs Purchase of Chagos Islands to Secure Diego Garcia Base

American defense and diplomatic officials are reportedly evaluating the acquisition of the Chagos Islands from Mauritius as part of efforts to secure the long-term future of the strategic military facility on Diego Garcia.
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Former CIA Officer Arrested Over Alleged $40 Million Gold Theft Scheme
Meta Seeks Contempt Order Against NSO Group Over Alleged WhatsApp Targeting
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