Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

The Falkland Islands, known as Islas Malvinas in Spanish, are a remote group of islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, approximately 300 miles east of Argentina. They are a British Overseas Territory with a small, mostly British-descended population. The islands have rich wildlife, including penguins and seabirds, and a rugged landscape. The sovereignty of the islands has been disputed between the UK and Argentina for decades, leading to the 1982 Falklands War. Today, the islands are self-governing but rely on the UK for defense and foreign policy. The situation remains a sensitive national issue for both countries.