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
HMS Montrose returns to sea
HMS Montrose began her refit in 2014 and she has been fitted with the newly developed Sea Ceptor missile system, an Artisan radar and other new systems.
PICTURES: USAF Thunderbirds take to the skies of the UK in preparation for RIAT...
Images show the US Air Force Thunderbirds fly over several bases and landmarks in preparation for the 2017 Royal International Air Tattoo being held at RAF Fairford.
THAAD successfully intercepts target in missile defence test
The US Missile Defense Agency conducted an intercept test of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) element of the US ballistic missile defence system.
Report details scale of Russian military activity around the UK
The Henry Jackson Society’s Russia Studies Centre have released a report making clear the true scale of the Russian military’s activities around the UK.
American Cruiser and Destroyer arrive in Ukraine
American cruiser USS Hue City and destroyer USS Carney have arrived in Odessa, Ukraine.
B-1B Bomber flights send message to North Korea
As part of what it calls the continuing demonstration of the US commitment to its allies, two US Air Force B-1B Lancer bombers conducted a 10-hour sequenced bilateral mission yesterday with South Korean and Japanese fighter jets.
Iraqi and coalition forces liberate Mosul from Islamic State
The coalition welcomed Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi’s announcement of Iraq’s victory in Mosul and congratulated the Iraqi forces on their remarkable progress.
UK orders full scale F-35 engine mockup training device
As part of support sustainment activities for the United Kingdom’s F-35 initial operational capability, training aids continue to be ordered.
Mattis and Fallon meet to discuss shared British and American security interests
US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis met with British Defence Secretary Michael Fallon at the Pentagon to discuss bilateral defence issues.
UK to purchase 2,747 Joint Light Tactical Vehicles in $1.04 billion deal
The US State Department has approved the sale of Joint Light Tactical Vehicles to the United Kingdom for an estimated cost of $1.04 billion.
