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Trump hints US would not back UK over Falkland Islands due to lack of Iran war support
Yahoo News Australia • • world
Key Points:
- Donald Trump suggested he might not support the UK in a future conflict with Argentina over the Falkland Islands, citing a lack of UK support during US tensions with Iran.
- Trump criticized the UK and NATO for not assisting the US in the Strait of Hormuz, mentioning a conversation with then-UK leader Keir Starmer, who reportedly said no ships were available.
- Argentina's President Javier Milei is expected to make a statement asserting Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands, reigniting the long-standing sovereignty dispute.
- The UK government reaffirmed its commitment to the Falkland Islanders, who voted overwhelmingly in 2013 to remain a British overseas territory.
- Historically, the US has recognized the UK's administration of the islands but maintained neutrality on sovereignty, though Trump indicated he might reconsider this stance.
