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Argentina Claims UK Colonized by Islam Over Falklands
Argentina says UK 'colonized by Islam' as it pushes to reclaim Falklands.
In brief
Argentina says UK 'colonized by Islam' as it pushes to reclaim Falklands. Argentina's government claims the UK is being 'colonized by Islam' to justify reclaiming the Falkland Islands, citing a Muslim lawmaker's election in London. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Argentina's Claim

Argentina's chief adviser says Britain is being 'colonized by Islam' using a Muslim lawmaker's election in London.
“Seeing the United Kingdom being colonized by Islam is not only an imminent risk to the cause of the west as a whole, but also a historical tragedy for those of us who defend the ideas of liberty.”
Sagal Abdi-Wali
Sagal Abdi-Wali, a 43-year-old Somali-born Labour MP elected in October 2025, took her oath on the Quran.
Falklands Sovereignty
Argentina claims the Falklands were unlawfully taken from it in 1833, while the UK maintains islanders' right to self-determination.
Milei's Stance

President Javier Milei says the 'winds of change' favor Argentina's claim to the Falklands and threatens legal action against oil companies.
Oil Drilling Conflict
The UK approved a major offshore oil project near the Falklands, prompting Argentina to seek legal measures to halt drilling.
Military Exercise
British troops conducted a six-day landing exercise in the Falklands to rehearse retaking the islands from Argentina.
Trump's Comments

President Trump suggested the U.S. might reconsider its position on the Falklands to pressure Britain over defense spending.
Legal Action
Argentina filed with the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea to halt oil drilling, claiming sovereign rights over its continental shelf.
Oil Project Details
The Sea Lion oil field, estimated at 1.7 billion barrels, could produce up to 180,000 barrels daily by next year.
British Response
British officials condemned Argentina's attempts to intimidate businesses and defended islanders' right to self-determination and economic development.
What it means
Argentina's government claims the UK is being 'colonized by Islam' to justify reclaiming the Falkland Islands, citing a Muslim lawmaker's election in London.



