Argentina would be idiotic to try and take the Falklands. England doesn't need a carrier to "retake" the island (assuming it would be lost). Rest assured, the Brits love the TLAM, and they have the ability to put forces ashore from Trafalger/Astute class subs. The use of same would also devestate the Argentinian navy if it tried to blockade the island.
Other countries getting involved? Not likely. Risking a full on firefight with a NATO member in what would amount to the "backyard" of the US would be risking an awful lot on the cowardice of the US President. While 2 years ago it might have been possible, doing so in an election year where foreign policy is a major issue would just embolden the current president to act to shore up his image.
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