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Defence secretary denies Trump is reason for UK defence spending boost

Sky News Wednesday, 26 February 2025
Defence secretary denies Trump is reason for UK defence spending boostDefence Secretary John Healey has denied Donald Trump is the reason UK defence spending is being increased to 2.5% of GDP.
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