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Argentina has announced sanctions targeting companies involved in oil projects around the Falkland Islands. Britain says its commitment to the islands remains firm.

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00:00Britain has reaffirmed its commitment to the Falkland Islands after Argentina renewed its
00:05claim to the territory. Argentine President Javier Millay said his country needs to recover
00:11the islands and announced plans for sanctions against companies involved in oil projects there.
00:17He described the Falklands as Argentine territory, while Britain maintains sovereignty and says that
00:23Islanders' wishes are central. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said Britain's commitment to the
00:30Falklands was absolute and unshakable. The latest dispute comes as oil production from the sea lion
00:36field is expected to begin in 2028. Millay also said Argentina would strengthen its defence resources.
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