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Originally Posted by Mr Angry
There is also the issue of the UN resolution on colonialism which, as I understand it, is what the Argentinians may be relying on. In that context the claim is not solely an Argentenian one but an obligation under the terms of the UN.
Either way, as I have already stated, diplomacy would be the preferred option.
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It's only the preferred option if you accept that something needs to be done, and therefore an option needs to be taken. If you do not - and the UK Government does not - then no options are preferred.
The appeal to a resolution on colonialism is laughable; if the UK were to cut all sovereign ties with the Falklands that would still not deliver them into Argentine hands. The islanders retain the right to determine their own government and their preferences are already well known.
In the absence of any involvement by the UK whatsoever, Argentina would still have to mount a military operation in order to take control of the islands.