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politics15 hrs ago
German cabinet advances military laws ahead of NATO summit
The German government approved draft laws to expand reserves, speed military construction and update security rules. Officials said the measures support NATO goals and raise defence spending to 3.5 percent of GDP by 2029.
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rte.iepolitics20 days ago
UK Defence Secretary Resigns
Britain's defence secretary resigned this week after telling the prime minister the country is becoming less safe. A second defence minister also stepped down for the same reason.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics21 days ago
UK Defence Secretary and Armed Forces Minister Resign
Two senior defence ministers stepped down within a day, citing funding shortfalls and exclusion from planning decisions. Reform UK's Richard Tice called for the prime minister and chancellor to resign.
thecanary.copolitics22 days ago
Three UK Defence Officials Resign Over Spending Plan on 11 June 2026
Armed Forces minister Al Carns, Defence Secretary John Healey and his parliamentary private secretary Pamela Nash resigned hours apart, citing shortfalls in the Defence Investment Plan.
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order-order.comworld22 days ago
UK Defence Secretary Resigns Over Defence Investment Plan Funding
John Healey resigned as Defence Secretary on June 11, 2026, citing inadequate funding in the Defence Investment Plan. Armed Forces Minister Al Carns also resigned, stating the plan is not fit for purpose.
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The Independentpolitics22 days ago
UK Defence Secretary John Healey Resigns, Citing Shortfall Despite Earlier Funding Pledge and Reforms
John Healey stepped down after warning that the government's defence spending plan would reduce readiness and increase risks to personnel. He cited the prime minister's inability to commit the resources needed amid rising threats.
rte.iepolitics22 days ago
Britain's Defence Secretary Resigns, Cites Funding Shortfalls
The Defence Secretary resigned after reviewing proposed spending levels for a planned Defence Investment Plan. GB News reported that the resignation followed a letter from the Chief of Defence Staff to the Prime Minister expressing concern over defence funding.
ibtimes.co.ukpolitics32 days ago
Government to publish delayed defence investment plan before July Nato summit
The defence secretary told MPs the prime minister wants the 10-year defence investment plan released before the July Nato summit. Unions and industry groups have warned that repeated delays threaten jobs and national security.
Euronewspolitics43 days ago
German Survey Shows Declining Trust in U.S. as NATO Ally
A German defence survey found trust in the United States as a NATO ally fell by as much as 28 percentage points since 2022. Support for higher defence spending reached 65 percent, the highest level recorded since 1996.
The Timespolitics45 days ago
Defence Secretary Says Labour Credibility at Stake Over Internal Focus
The defence secretary stated that Labour's credibility in government depends on focusing on national interests rather than internal party matters. He criticized photo opportunities and public relations efforts during a speech on defence policy.
politics56 days ago
Snowbirds Future in Question as Government Begins Search for Replacement Aircraft
Defence Minister David McGuinty announced he will provide updates on the Canadian Forces Snowbirds in Moose Jaw on May 19 and assured Canadians the aerobatic team's future is secure. The statement follows Conservative accusations in the House of Commons that air shows are being t…