Supermarket chain Iceland has announced plans to open its first store in the Falkland Islands, scheduled for early December in the capital, Stanley. The store will be established in partnership with local retailer Kelper Stores, marking the first time a UK high street brand will have a physical presence in the British overseas territory. Iceland's executive chair, Richard Walker, expressed pride in supporting Britain and highlighted the Falklands' role as an integral part of the British family. Walker also confirmed he will personally visit the Falklands to open the store. The new store will offer Iceland's popular frozen food lines, as well as products from well-known brands like Cathedral City, MyProtein, and TGI Fridays. Kelper Stores, a subsidiary of the Fortuna group, is a familiar name in the Falklands, known for its long-standing service to local communities. Fortuna, a family-run business with deep roots in the region, has been a key player in the local economy for many years. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions over the Falkland Islands' status. Argentine President Javier Milei has recently intensified Argentina's claim to sovereignty over the islands, asserting they are "Argentinian. Historically and legally. There can be no argument." Milei has also pledged to take legal action against oil companies operating in the territory, including Israeli energy firm Navitas Petroleum and its executives. In response, UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband reaffirmed that the Falkland Islands are British and will remain so, emphasizing the strong support from the islanders. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting echoed this stance, stating the UK's commitment to the Falklands is "absolute and unshakeable." Meanwhile, local opposition has also emerged against a proposed salmon farming project by Fortuna and the Danish company F-land ApS. The initiative has faced resistance due to environmental concerns, with the group Salmon Free Falklands (SFF) advocating for a public referendum on the project.