Healey

British

/ ˈhiːlɪ /

noun

Denis ( Winston ), Baron. born 1917, British Labour politician; Chancellor of the Exchequer (1974–79); deputy leader of the Labour Party (1980–83)

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It is not known if Healey was purposely targeted, but the newspaper reported that the flight's path was visible on aircraft tracking websites.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

During his visit to Estonia, Healey spoke to UK service members taking part in a Nato military exercise near the Russian border.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

After the attack, Britain's Defence Minister John Healey said he had "directed for UK deliveries of air defence and counter-drone systems to be accelerated as fast as possible."

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

"We are turning diplomatic agreement into practical military plans to restore confidence for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz," Healey said.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

He was grieving because Mrs. Healey had died on the day of his graduation.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals

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