Pentagon Memo Suggests US May Back Argentina's Claim to Falkland Islands
A leaked Pentagon memo suggests the US under Trump could back Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands. The islands have been under British control since 1982 after a war with Argentina.
A leaked Pentagon memo has raised concerns that the Trump administration may review US policy on the Falkland Islands and potentially support Argentina's sovereignty claims over the British territory.
The Falkland Islands, located in the South Atlantic, have been controlled by Britain since 1833. Argentina invaded the islands in 1982, sparking a 74-day war that ended with British victory and about 900 total casualties.
A Pentagon spokesperson declined to comment on the leaked email but said the administration would "ensure that the president has credible options to ensure that our allies are no longer a paper tiger and instead do their part."
The British government responded firmly, with Downing Street stating that Falklands sovereignty rests with the UK. Falklands veterans have called on King Charles to intervene and persuade Trump to back down from any policy change.
The islands are home to approximately 3,500 residents who overwhelmingly consider themselves British. In a 2013 referendum, 99.8% of Falkland Islanders voted to remain a British territory.
This would mark a major shift in US foreign policy and strain the special relationship between America and Britain. The Falklands are home to about 3,500 people who consider themselves British.
Watch for official US policy statements and any diplomatic discussions between Trump and UK leadership.
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