Buenos AiresArgentina asked a tribunal to halt new Falklands exploration permits.

Sea Lion, off the Falkland Islands (Malvinas), holds an estimated 1.7 billion barrels.

Argentina says licences the UK authorised unilaterally violate its sovereign rights over its continental shelf.

The UK says Sea Lion is lawful and lies on the Falklands shelf.

First oil is expected in 2028, and Brent closed at $105.6 on 12 October.

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foregrounds the Falklands' 3,500 residents and the Foreign Secretary sign-off requirement on the licences Argentina contests

Sources: BBC