The Malvinas War, also known as the Falklands War, was a conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom that took place in 1982. The war was sparked by Argentina's invasion of the Falkland Islands, which they call the Malvinas, a British overseas territory. The conflict lasted for about ten weeks, resulting in significant military and civilian casualties. The war ended with the surrender of Argentine forces on June 14, 1982, leading to the re-establishment of British control over the islands. The conflict had lasting effects on both nations, influencing their politics and international relations for years to come.