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How many people died on each side during the Falkland Islands War?

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Map showing the Falkland Islands War of 1982, with the left inset displaying southern South America, highlighting Argentina, the Falkland Islands, Argentine air force and naval bases, and the British 200-mile war zone. The main map details West and East Falkland, marking Argentine troop concentrations, areas of conflict, and the path of the British advance toward Stanley, along with key settlements and landing sites. — Falkland Islands War The Falkland Islands War zone (left) and route of British landing forces (right).

During the 1982 Falkland Islands War, the loss of life was as follows:

Argentina: Approximately 650 lives were lost, with about half of these casualties occurring during the sinking of the cruiser General Belgrano.12
United Kingdom: 255 lives were lost.12

While the conflict resulted in these fatalities, it is important to note that British forces also captured approximately 11,400 Argentine prisoners, all of whom were subsequently released and repatriated following the end of hostilities.12