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
NATO conducts naval drone demo in Baltic
NATO's Standing Naval Forces have conducted a major demonstration of unmanned surface vessels in the Baltic Sea.
Russia coercing mobilised troops into ‘indefinite service’
Russian military commanders are reportedly compelling conscripted soldiers to sign open-ended service contracts under threat of being sent on high-casualty assaults.
British naval drone goes drug hunting
British frigate HMS Lancaster has introduced its new helicopter drone, known as Peregrine, into active operations against suspected drug smuggling.
UK jets refuel from German A400M over Middle East
Royal Air Force Typhoons based in the Middle East have successfully carried out air-to-air refuelling from a German Air Force Atlas A400M for the first time, both during the night and the day.
Britain takes delivery of more new attack helicopters
The British Army has taken delivery of three more Apache AH-64E attack helicopters, bringing its fleet closer to full operational capability.
American supercarrier Captain stripped of command
The U.S. Navy has relieved Captain Dave Snowden of his command of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman following a collision with a merchant vessel.
UK and Norway to establish new Defence Partnership
The UK and Norway have officially begun negotiations for a new defence agreement aimed at strengthening European security and deterring Russian aggression.
Britain confirms AI will not be given access to nukes
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to human political control over its nuclear weapons, following concerns over artificial intelligence
U.S. Navy relieves Commander after ‘loss of confidence’
The U.S. Navy has relieved Commander Sarah M. Quemada of her role as Commanding Officer of Naval Information Warfare Training Group Norfolk, citing a loss of confidence in her ability to command.
America launches nuclear missile to show ‘lethality’
The United States Air Force last night launched an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base as part of routine testing to ensure the 'lethality and effectiveness' of the U.S. nuclear force.
