UK Defence Secretary responds to Argentine President's address on Falklands
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Wes Streeting, Javier Milei
Falkland Islands
September 4, 2026
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UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting reaffirmed the UK's commitment to the Falkland Islands. The response follows Argentine President Javier Milei's televised address announcing sanctions against companies operating in the area.
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