Argentina’s Milei says UN ‘looking the other way’ on Falkland Islands
Summary
Argentine President Javier Milei criticized the United Nations for ignoring Argentina’s claim over the Falkland Islands, which are controlled by the UK. He opposed British-backed oil drilling near the islands and announced new military funding to strengthen Argentina’s presence in the area.Key Facts
- Argentina calls the Falkland Islands “Las Malvinas” and claims sovereignty over them.
- The islands have been a UK overseas territory since 1833.
- Argentina invaded the islands in 1982, leading to a war that ended with British control.
- British and Israeli companies plan to start oil drilling near the islands by 2028, which Argentina says is illegal.
- Argentina has imposed sanctions on companies involved in the oil project.
- Argentina says the UN resolution requires both countries to negotiate and avoid unilateral actions.
- President Milei announced extra funding for a naval base in southern Argentina to increase military presence near the islands.
- Milei rejected the 2013 Falklands referendum result where nearly all voters chose to remain under UK control, arguing the population was placed there by the occupying power.
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