Falkland Islands

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Map showing the southern tip of South America, highlighting Argentina and Chile, with the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) labeled in the South Atlantic Ocean east of Argentina. The map notes the islands are administered by the United Kingdom and claimed by Argentina. An inset shows Argentina's location in South America.

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islands and British overseas territory, Atlantic Ocean

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Map showing the southern tip of South America, highlighting Argentina and Chile, with the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) labeled in the South Atlantic Ocean east of Argentina. The map notes the islands are administered by the United Kingdom and claimed by Argentina. An inset shows Argentina's location in South America.

Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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