# Trump hints US may not back UK over Falkland Islands, citing lack of Iran support

https://mins.news/en/item/44299

- euronews, 2026-09-03 19:33 UTC
- Politics
- Original: http://www.euronews.com/2026/09/03/trump-hints-us-may-not-back-uk-over-falkland-islands-citing-lack-of-iran-support

> Donald Trump hinted that the United States might not support the United Kingdom over the Falkland Islands, citing Britain’s lack of support for the US position on Iran. Washington recognises British administration of the islands but remains neutral on the competing sovereignty claims.

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