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UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigns
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John Healey
United Kingdom
June 11, 2026
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UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigned citing insufficient government defense spending.
The resignation caused the cancellation of a joint media event with Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles.
The UK-Australia defense relationship remains strong despite the political change.
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