Tensions rise over Falkland Islands

Britain and Argentina are preparing to mark the 30th anniversary of the Falklands War amid heightened tensions over the disputed islands.

Three decades after Margaret Thatcher sent 27,000 troops and more than 100 ships to repel Argentine invaders, Buenos Aires again has its sights on claiming the territory it calls Las Malvinas for itself.

Prime Minister David Cameron and Argentine president Cristina Kirchner have traded barbs in the lead-up to the anniversary of the invasion of the islands on 2 April 1982.

Argentina has accused the UK of sending a submarine carrying nuclear weapons to the South Atlantic.

Britain insists its movements of warships are routine, and claims Argentina is imposing an “economic blockade” by restricting shipping to and from the islands.