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Argentina accuses UN of ignoring Falklands tensions

reuters.com [$] — September 23, 2026 at 07:01 PM UTC

Argentina's President Javier Milei criticized the United Nations at the General Assembly on Wednesday for ignoring rising tensions with Britain over oil exploration near the Falkland Islands, reiterating Argentina's sovereignty claim and rejecting the islanders' right to self-determination. Milei's comments follow Argentina's sanctions proceedings against over 60 companies linked to an offshore drilling project, which British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to resist. Milei also cited a 1976 UN resolution urging dialogue and called for peaceful negotiations with the UK. The dispute, rooted in Argentina's 1982 invasion and defeat, remains central to national identity. Critics accuse Milei of using the issue to boost domestic support, though analysts note limited public impact. The Sea Lion project's owners expect development to continue.

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