Two British defence ministers resigned this week, citing concerns that Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government is underfunding national defence. Both John Healey and Al Cairns stepped down after reviewing a long-awaited Defence Plan that remains unpublished. The resignations center on a belief that insufficient financial commitments will leave the UK vulnerable, particularly to potential aggression from Russia. Healey directly warned Starmer that his policies were making the country less safe. Former Conservative MP Tobias Ellwood commented on the situation, highlighting the potential geopolitical implications. The resignations raise questions about the government’s priorities and its ability to address evolving security threats.