Milei to Address Nation on Falklands After Trump Remarks

In early September 2026, Argentine President Javier Milei announced he would give a national address on Thursday regarding the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), following comments by U.S. President Donald Trump suggesting he might withdraw U.S. support for British sovereignty over the islands. Milei called Trump's remarks a major development for Argentina's claim, which he described as a sacred cause. Trump's comments were seen as a gesture of support for Milei, who has faced domestic criticism for his stance on regional relations, including with Brazil's President Lula.