Article by David Robertson in today's Times saying that the Argentine government is risking a default which would "plunge Argentina's economy into danger" (The Times is usually restrained in its reporting, so "danger" should be regarded as an understatement).
Obviously if their economy is falling apart they will not be able to afford a war with the United Kingdom over possession of the Falkland Islands.
However unstable irrational governments tend to behave erratically, and it is possible that Kirchner administration may attempt a stunt to deflect attention from the economy and inflame popular opinion in their favour (this is an established technique of Argentine politics).
It is a complete mystery why such a civilised country such as Argentina, with a relaxed way of life and generally pleasant people, should be so continually undermined by its political leaders.
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