Politics · Buenos Aires, Argentina · November 12, 2026

Argentina threatens UK oil firm CEO with jail over Falklands drilling

Reported by 2 outlets · first reported Nov 11, 11:38 PM ET

Argentina sent a legal notice threatening a UK oil firm's chief executive with jail over the Sea Lion drilling project. The International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea will rule on November 28 on Argentina's request to halt it.

Why it matters

The dispute over drilling rights could affect energy investment in the South Atlantic.

Background

Argentina and Britain both claim the Falkland Islands.

Sources

• The Guardian ↗Nov 12, 4:11 AM ET
• MercoPress ↗Nov 11, 11:38 PM ET

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