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Trump Reasserts U.S. Military Rights Over Diego Garcia Base

U.S. President Donald Trump's motorcade returns to the White House following attending the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C., U.S., February 5, 2026. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated that the United States maintains the right to “militarily secure” the strategic airbase on Diego Garcia if future political developments threaten American access. His remarks follow recent discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding the agreement transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius while preserving the joint U.S.–UK military presence. Trump, who previously criticized the sovereignty deal as a strategic misstep, struck a more measured tone after the meeting. He acknowledged that the UK government had negotiated “the best deal it could,” but emphasized that Washington would act decisively to protect its long‑standing security interests in the Indian Ocean. The Diego Garcia base remains a critical hub for U.S. military operations, s...
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Pentagon to Deploy 1,500 Troops to US-Mexico Border


The Pentagon has announced plans to deploy up to 1,500 active-duty troops to the US-Mexico border in the coming days. This move follows executive orders signed by President Donald Trump aimed at enhancing border security. Acting Defense Secretary Robert Salesses is expected to sign the deployment orders soon.

The troops will join approximately 2,500 National Guard and Reserve forces already stationed at the border. Their primary roles will include logistics, transportation, and construction of barriers to support border patrol agents. However, it remains to be seen if they will engage in law enforcement duties, which would mark a significant shift in their traditional roles.

This deployment is part of a broader strategy to "seal the borders" and address illegal immigration. The move has been met with mixed reactions, with supporters applauding the increased security measures and critics raising concerns about the implications of using military forces in this capacity.




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