Argentina Files Case Against UK Over Oil Activities in Falkland Islands
Argentina has filed a case against the UK at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, seeking to halt hydrocarbon exploitation in the disputed Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas). The Argentine government, led by President Javier Milei, has set a two-week deadline for the UK to cease activities related to the Sea Lion oil project. After the deadline expired, Argentina moved forward with its request, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs preparing to formally present the case this week. The presentation will seek provisional measures to prevent the project's advancement while international arbitration takes place.32 sourcesSee all sources