A radar in southern Argentina, managed by Leolabs, an American company with British capital, has sparked controversy after signing agreements with the US and UK for military programs.
Despite the Argentine government’s mid-2023 report deeming the radar a “national security breach,” it remains operational.
Concerns arose in June 2023 about its potential use for British military monitoring, given its location in Tierra del Fuego, close to the Antarctic Peninsula. The Argentine Ministry of Defense suspended its operation, citing risks to national security.
However, recent agreements with the UK Ministry of Defense and US Air Force for satellite tracking have heightened tensions.
Moisés Solorza, an expert, warned of the radar’s dual use for espionage and criticized local and national authorities for initially allowing its installation.
The current government faces a dilemma over dismantling the radar, with some suggesting it serves NATO interests.
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