Argentina Backs Bolivia in Falklands Dispute, Condemns UK Remarks

Argentina has thrown its weight behind Bolivia in a diplomatic tussle with the United Kingdom over the contested Falkland Islands, known as the Malvinas in Argentina. The spat ignited after Bolivia's deputy foreign minister reiterated his country’s support for Argentina’s sovereignty claim during an event in La Paz on April 1. The remarks drew sharp criticism from UK Ambassador Richard Porter, who described Bolivia's position as "disappointing and unacceptable." Argentina quickly backed Bolivia,