Operation Starvation involved a targeted strategic bombing campaign conducted by the United States aimed at undermining Japanese logistical capabilities through the aerial mining of crucial sea lanes and harbors. By deploying mines from aircraft, the Allies sought to render Japan's waterways hazardous, severely disrupting supply routes vital for the movement of troops and materials essential for the Japanese military. This phase of the assault intensified around March 1945 as the Allied forces prepared for their final push into Japanese-held territory.

On the same day, Argentina shifted its diplomatic stance by declaring war on the Axis Powers, including Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan. This declaration came after a long period of neutrality, reflecting the shifting political landscape in South America as several nations began to openly oppose fascism. Argentina's entry into the conflict contributed to the broader coalition of nations working together against the Axis, showing the complexity of global alliances during the war.

The combination of Operation Starvation and Argentina's declaration illustrated the multifaceted nature of warfare during this period and the global efforts to quell totalitarian regimes. Both developments had lasting impacts on military strategy and international relations, setting the stage for post-war realignments. As the war concluded, these decisions would play a role in the reconstruction of global power structures.