UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigns over military spending dispute

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: June 11, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigns over military spending dispute

John Healey has stepped down as UK Defence Secretary, citing concerns over the government's military spending plans. His resignation follows a dispute about the level of defense funding. The British Prime Minister will now appoint a successor.

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