Argentina’s Milei presses Falklands claim at UN, calls for talks with Britain

Argentine President Javier Milei reaffirmed Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands at the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, urging a "peaceful solution" as tensions with Britain escalate over the disputed archipelago. Milei accused the UN of failing to enforce resolutions urging no unilateral changes, called on Britain to resume negotiations, and criticized the organization as "useless." He also vowed new measures against a British oil project and praised US President Donald Trump's review of Washington's neutral stance. Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the UK will "stand firm" and defend the islanders' right to self-determination, citing a 2013 referendum where 99.8% voted to remain British. The dispute follows Milei's recent criticism over his admiration for Margaret Thatcher.