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Falkland Islands secure as US dismisses Argentina threat after King Charles visit - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
"US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the leaked Pentagon memo as "just an email" and stated, "People are getting overexcited by an email. It was just an email with some ideas.""
"Argentine President Javier Milei reiterated his government's claim over the Falkland Islands, stating on social media that they were "illegally occupied." His deputy, Vice President Victoria Villarruel, argued that sovereignty should be discussed "between states" and dismissed the islanders as "English people living in Argentine territory.""
King Charles' state visit to the US did not alter Britain's sovereignty over the Falkland Islands. A leaked Pentagon memo suggested a potential review of US diplomatic positions, causing concern in London and Buenos Aires. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed the memo as insignificant, stating it was merely an email. Argentine officials renewed claims over the islands, with President Javier Milei and Vice President Victoria Villarruel emphasizing the need for discussions on sovereignty. Downing Street reaffirmed that sovereignty lies with the UK.
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