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UK support for Falkland Islands 'unwavering' after Argentina restates claims, No 10 says
Milei said Argentina will use decrees and sanctions to halt oil projects near the islands, reviving tensions over sovereignty and self-determination.
Argentine President Javier Milei renewed Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands and pledged to use state tools, including diplomatic and economic means, to oppose British oil drilling near the islands.
In a 2013 referendum, 99.8% of Falkland Islanders voted to remain a British overseas territory, supporting continued British sovereignty.
The 1982 Falklands War resulted in significant casualties for both Britain and Argentina and led to the UK retaking the islands after Argentina's invasion.
The UK government stated its unwavering support for the wishes of the Falkland Islanders and affirmed that the islands will remain British.