UK on ‘high alert’ to defend Falklands, says RAF chief

Sir Harv Smyth said the UK’s role in defending the islands was ‘non negotiable’ - (Getty)

The RAF is on “high alert” to defend the Falklands after reports that the US could support Argentina’s claim to the islands, the chief of the air staff has said.

Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth said that the RAF’s role in defending the British territory was “non-negotiable” and the air force was prepared to step in at a “moment’s notice” to protect citizens.