Netanyahu switches Israel's position to favor Argentina in dispute over Falklands - report

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly ordered Israeli diplomats to alter Israel's stance on the Falklands sovereignty dispute, favoring Argentina's position according to a report by The Telegraph. The shift does not endorse Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands but calls for direct negotiations between the UK and Argentina.

Israel's UN Ambassador Danny Dannon has also called for such talks during a recent UN session. While the language does not explicitly back Argentina's claim, it marks a significant change in Israel's stance and could potentially escalate if Netanyahu wins the upcoming election. The move comes amid rising tensions between the UK and Israel, exacerbated by recent economic sanctions imposed by the UK on West Bank settlements, which Israel has denounced as "ethnic cleansing."

Argentine President Javier Milei, who has consistently supported Israel, has maintained strong ties with Israel, including multiple visits to Israel. Israeli officials deny any direct order from Netanyahu to alter the position, with the embassy spokesperson stating no such directive exists.