International

Saturday, June 18th 2022 - 11:18 UTC
1982: Falklands' Task Force removes Argentine base from South Sandwich islands

Having recovered South Georgia at the end of April and defeated the Argentine forces in the Falklands marking Liberation of the Islands on June 14, the Task Force still had another job, this time in the South Sandwich Islands.
Saturday, June 18th 2022 - 11:13 UTC
Falklands Veterans memorial service and parade in Portsmouth on Sunday

Falkland Islands Veterans from all branches of the British military will be holding the annual memorial service and parading on Sunday, in Portsmouth, to mark the fortieth anniversary.
Friday, June 17th 2022 - 21:57 UTC
Ukraine closer to EU membership but still far off

Ukraine is a step closer to full European Union membership since its candidacy was accepted Friday, although a long process still lies ahead which will include key reforms to the country.
Friday, June 17th 2022 - 21:11 UTC
UK Home Secretary okays Assange's extradition

British Home Secretary Priti Patel Friday signed the documents whereby the Australian founder of Wikileaks Julian Assange is to be extradited to the United States to be tried for divulging classified information revealing war crimes in Iran and Afghanistan.
Friday, June 17th 2022 - 09:53 UTC
Global Peace Index for 2021 shows worsening signs

Coupled with deterioration in the world's economy, the Global Peace Index (GPI) for the year 2021 has been reported to have fallen 0.3% on average to reach its lowest level in 15 years, the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) announced this week.
Friday, June 17th 2022 - 08:12 UTC
FIFA announces venues for 2026 World Cup

World football's governing body FIFA Thursday announced the venues for the 2026 World Cup finals to be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
Thursday, June 16th 2022 - 10:45 UTC
Historic event: Stanley, City status proclamation to a round of applause from some 400 Falkland Islanders

Continuing with the Liberation Day celebrations on Tuesday 14 June 2022, the Falkland Islands community gathered in the Town Hall for the formal presentation by the Governor of the Letters of Patent granting Stanley, City Status.
Thursday, June 16th 2022 - 10:14 UTC
Latin America at WTO, stands up in support of reforming agriculture trade rules

Sixteen Latin American countries, led by Brazil pledged this week to work together to demand reform of world agricultural trade rules at the World Trade Organization (WTO). The decision was taken among other issues to counter the protectionist policies of developed countries and India.
Thursday, June 16th 2022 - 10:01 UTC
Falklands' Veterans limited from claiming “cold injuries”, because of a 1987 Crown Armed Forces Act

Falklands' War Veterans are currently exempt from claiming damages for “cold injuries” suffered during the war with Argentina and are seeking legal advice against the Ministry of Defense (MoD), according to the lawyer acting on their behalf.
Thursday, June 16th 2022 - 10:00 UTC
Defense Secretary Wallace pays tribute to Falklands' Veterans

Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has paid tribute to veterans of the Falkland Islands conflict. In an address released by the Ministry of Defense (MOD), Mr Wallace reflected on the “sacrifice” and the “amazing achievement” of the UK's Armed Forces.