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Allies of former UK Defence Secretary John Healey claim that he advocated for the UK to join a global defence bank, an idea that the Treasury reportedly attempted to shut down.
Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas attended the annual Cyprus Forum London 2026 as part of his visit to London, ahead of a scheduled meeting with UK Defence Secretary John Healey.
The Cyprus government denied reports of a threat to the island, after UK Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed on Sunday that Iran had fired two missiles towards Cyprus. Government spokesman Konstantinos Letymbiotis said on Sunday: “Regarding statements and reports referring to the launching of missiles towards Cyprus, it is clarified that this is not true […]
The UK Defence Minister resigned, accusing Prime Minister Starmer of making Britain 'less safe' due to proposed defence funding cuts. His departure highlights a growing crisis over military spending within the government.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey stated there would be 'no repeat of Iraq’s mistakes' in relation to Iran, while also addressing his leadership ambitions.
Cyprus Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas has categorically denied reports that Iranian missiles were fired towards Cyprus, directly contradicting claims made by UK Defence Secretary John Healey.
Britain and Cyprus have reaffirmed their close defense partnership following talks in London between UK Defence Secretary John Healey and Cyprus Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas, focusing on shared security challenges.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed to President Nikos Christodoulides that Cyprus was not a target of Iranian missile strikes, clarifying earlier statements by UK Defence Secretary John Healey. “Prime Minister Keir Starmer called regarding the ongoing regional developments. He confirmed clearly and unequivocally that Cyprus was not a target,” Christodoulides said on X […]