Argentina Asks UK to Halt Falklands Sea Lion Oil Project, Cites Sovereignty

Argentina has formally requested a halt to the Sea Lion oil project in the Falkland Islands, citing sovereignty claims and environmental risks. The move escalates diplomatic pressure ahead of a potential drilling start in March 2027, with a resolution expected by November. The request is part of Argentina's ongoing sovereignty dispute with the UK, but the specific timing and legal mechanism remain unclear.

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