Could Argentina retake the Falkland Islands in 2026 — with Russian military assistance?
In this DCS World and Sea Power wargame, we simulate a hypothetical modern Falklands conflict between Argentina, the United Kingdom and Russia.
Inspired by recent comments from Argentine President Javier Milei about the Falkland Islands, this military simulation explores whether the Argentine Navy and Argentine Air Force could challenge British forces and seize the islands in a modern-day conflict.
Argentina launches an all-out assault using its MEKO 140 and MEKO 360 warships alongside F-16 fighter aircraft. The UK responds with a powerful force based around RAF Mount Pleasant, including Meteor-equipped Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4s, Sky Sabre air defence systems, Type 45 destroyers, Type 23 frigates and a Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carrier operating F-35B Lightning II jets.
Then the conflict escalates.
Russia enters the war from the north, deploying Admiral Gorshkov-class frigates armed with P-800 Oniks supersonic anti-ship missiles against the Royal Navy task force. Beneath the South Atlantic, British Astute-class nuclear-powered attack submarines hunt Russian Yasen-M submarines in a dangerous underwater battle.
With modern fighter aircraft, warships, submarines, missiles and air defence systems all entering the fight, who would win a hypothetical 2026 battle for the Falkland Islands?
Watch the full DCS World and Sea Power simulation to see how this fictional Falklands war could unfold.
Disclaimer: This is a fictional military simulation and wargame created for entertainment, analysis and discussion. It is not a prediction of future events or an endorsement of military action.
