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Explained: What is Argentina's 'Las Malvinas' Falkland Islands controversy?

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  1. Argentina midfielder Giovani Lo Celso displayed a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" after the World Cup semifinal win over England.

  2. FIFA prohibits political messages during matches, which could lead to disciplinary action against Lo Celso.

  3. The Falkland Islands, called Las Malvinas in Argentina, have been disputed between Argentina and the United Kingdom for over 190 years.

  4. The dispute led to the Falklands War in 1982, resulting in 649 Argentine, 255 British, and 3 civilian deaths.

  5. Argentina's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its claim over the islands in a July 13 communiqué protesting HMS Medway movements.

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