UK Says It Will 'Stand Firm' on Falklands as Argentina Calls Presence 'Illegal Occupation' at UN
Britain's prime minister defended sovereignty over the South Atlantic territory as Argentina called for a resumption of negotiations over its status.
The United Kingdom's prime minister said Britain would "stand firm" on its sovereignty over the Falkland Islands, after Argentina described the British presence there as an "illegal occupation" during remarks at the United Nations, according to a report from Anadolu Agency.
Argentina's government called for a resumption of negotiations over the disputed South Atlantic territory, which it refers to as the Malvinas.
The British premier defended UK sovereignty over the overseas territory in response, the report said. The available source material did not include the specific forum at the UN where the exchange occurred, direct quotes from either leader, or further detail on Argentina's proposed terms for renewed negotiations.
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- UK vows to 'stand firm' on Falklands as Argentina denounces 'illegal occupation' at UN — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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