Britain capable of defending Falkland Islands 'against any Argentinian military action', say defence sources

Britain could protect the Falkland Islands from any Argentinian military action, a senior defence source told GB News.The British military presence on the islands could be rapidly reinforced through the Mount Pleasant airbase in the event of any heightened threat, the source said.This comes as Argentina once again builds up its armed forces, buying combat jets and helicopters.In the latest worrying development, Germany and France are both bidding to build a fleet of three attack submarines for the South American nation. TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say For now, Argentina has neither the capability nor, apparently, the political will to launch military action.But President Javier Milei is ramping up the political rhetoric and...

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