UK says Falkland Islands 'definitely ours' after Argentina banner
Summary
The UK government responded to Argentina players showing a banner claiming the Falkland Islands during the World Cup semi-final, saying the islands belong to Britain. The Falkland Islands are a British territory, but Argentina also claims them, which led to a war in 1982. The UK supports the islanders’ choice to remain British.Key Facts
- Argentina players displayed a banner saying "The Falklands are Argentine" after beating England.
- The UK government reaffirmed that the Falkland Islands belong to Britain and support the islanders' right to choose their status.
- The Falkland Islands are a British overseas territory in the South Atlantic Ocean.
- Britain and Argentina fought a war over the islands in 1982, with over 900 deaths combined.
- In a 2013 vote, nearly all island residents chose to stay a British territory.
- FIFA may investigate Argentina players for showing the banner during the match.
- UK political leaders called for action and defended British sovereignty over the Falklands.
- England lost 2-1 to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final due to two late Argentine goals.
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