UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said the Falklands are British because Falkland Islanders choose to be British. His remarks came after Javier Milei delivered a Malvinas speech, which the UK responded to by reiterating its commitment to the territory.
WHO:Wes Streeting
WHAT:UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting asserted the UK’s “unshakeable commitment” to the Falklands and said the islands are British because Islanders choose to be British.
WHEN:Sep 4, 2026
WHERE:United Kingdom
WHY:Streeting responded to Javier Milei’s Malvinas speech by reiterating the UK’s position on the Falklands.
