Falklands Islands

Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands 30 years ago Monday, touching off a short but bloody war with Britain. Argentina lost, and the islands in the frigid South Atlantic stayed under British control. However, Argentina still claims the islands.

As the 30-year anniversary of the Falklands war approaches, tensions between the two countries have heightened.

The upcoming 30th anniversary of the Falklands war has heightened tensions between the two countries.