George Allison
George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison
US helicopter opens fire on Venezuelan military facility
Video footage circulating from Caracas appears to show a helicopter conducting a rocket attack against ground targets during the overnight strikes in Venezuela.
Another defence site attacked by Palestine group in Scotland
A defence site near Edinburgh was attacked in an incident linked to pro-Palestine activism, with a break-in reported at premises on Eskmills Road, Musselburgh. Police enquiries are ongoing.
U.S. combat aircraft over Venezuelan capital amid explosions
Incoming reports from Caracas show explosions alongside low-altitude flights by CH-47 Chinook aircraft.
American artillery ‘opens fire’ in Baltic
US Army soldiers have conducted live-fire artillery qualifications in Latvia as part of ongoing training activity aimed at maintaining readiness and reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank.
US conducts series of lethal strikes on narco vessels
According to US Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted three separate strike events between 29 and 31 December 2025.
Italy hands over NATO SNMG2 command after six-month rotation
Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) has entered a new phase following a handover ceremony in Taranto.
Germany moves to produce TAURUS NEO to boost deep-strike
Germany has taken the first formal step toward large-scale production of an upgraded TAURUS stand-off missile.
Claims Scotland ‘short-changed’ on defence misleading
Relying on procurement-per-head to allege unfair treatment misreads the picture because it leaves out the basing, personnel and infrastructure spending that anchors Scotland in UK defence.
France orders Saab GlobalEye for airborne early warning
France has ordered two Saab GlobalEye aircraft with options for two more and deliveries from 2029.
UK Armed Forces personnel recognised in New Year Honours
Personnel recognised include humanitarian responders, rehabilitation leaders and specialist operators whose work underpins UK military readiness.
