The Latest Breaking News from NATO

John Healey Walks Out After Keir Starmer Refuses to Stump Up More Cash for the Armed Forces

John Healey has resigned as defence secretary, warning that the government's Defence Investment Plan falls short of what Britain needs.

International Business Times UK · Jun 11

‘Well short of what is required’: UK defence secretary John Healey quits Starmer govt over military funding row

In a major blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government, UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday following a dispute over military funding, warning that Britain is failing to invest adequately in its armed forces at a time of escalating global security challenges.

The Times of India · Jun 11

UK defence minister John Healey quits, says PM Starmer's plans fail to 'defend' country

In a surprising move on Thursday, UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced his resignation, pointing to inadequate government funding for defence amid escalating global tensions. He stressed the critical need for enhanced resource allocation to maintain military readiness, particularly against the backdrop of intelligence suggesting a potential Russian attack on…

The Times of India · Jun 11

Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

Bangkok Post · Jun 10

'We have already given enough': Bulgaria's PM says weapons supplies to Ukraine will end

Bulgaria, which is member of NATO and the European Union, has been providing military aid Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in 2022.

Euronews · Jun 10

Alan Scales obituary

Other lives: BBC cameraman who became a producer/director specialising in films about the royal family

The Guardian - UK · Jun 10

Minister accused of ‘hiding’ defence spending plans to avoid scrutiny

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Evening Standard · Jun 10

Keir Starmer refuses to rule out tax hikes to fund defence spending

The Government’s defence investment plan is due to be published ahead of the Nato summit in Turkey, which begins on July 7.

Evening Standard · Jun 10

Trump presence at NATO summit 'significant' for alliance's stability: Turkey's Prez Erdogan

President Trump's presence at the NATO summit in Ankara next month is vital for the alliance's stability. This meeting is considered highly important. Tensions have risen within NATO due to the US bombing of Iran and Spain's refusal to allow base usage. Turkey is preparing to make the summit a…

The Economic Times · Jun 10

Rachel Reeves opens door to tax rises to pay for defence

‘Money has to come from somewhere, and borrowing cannot always be answer,’ chancellor says

The Independent UK · Jun 10