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Falklands surprised to be on Trump's 'worst offenders' tariff list • Apr. 5, 2025, 7:16 AM ET (BBC)
Argentina's President Milei draws pushback over his Falklands War speech • Apr. 3, 2025, 3:48 AM ET (ABC News (U.S.))
Northamptonshire MPs visit Falklands to understand UK military • Apr. 2, 2025, 6:26 AM ET (BBC)

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