- Argentine President Javier Milei has announced a national broadcast for Thursday to address Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, describing the issue as sacred.
- Mr Milei warned that his country would defend its national interests "with tooth and nail" over what he declared to be a continued violation of Argentine sovereignty.
- Downing Street reiterated that the UK's commitment to the Falkland Islands is unwavering, saying that the islanders' right to self-determination is paramount.
- Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge rejected Mr Milei's statement, insisting that the islands are British and will remain British.
- The escalation follows recent comments from Donald Trump suggesting that the US could review its position regarding the archipelago.
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