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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Reaper and four Tornados hit targets in Iraq

A Reaper unmanned aircraft and four Tornado jets hit targets near Sharqat in Iraq while another Reaper struck a check-point and Typhoons destroyed a bunker.

UK to examine improving P-8 ground surveillance capabilities

The UK is looking to improve the overland surveillance capability of the P-8 Poseidon aircraft it intends to purchase.

WATCH: Hellfire missile destroys weapons cache

A large cache of ammonium nitrate, used to make improvised explosive devices has been taken out by a Hellfire missile.

RAF hoping to retain all Sentinel aircraft

Plans to cut the fifth Sentinel surveillance aircraft have been put on hold.

Supercarrier nears completion

HMS Queen Elizabeth, the first of two new supercarriers, is currently in the final stages of completion, the vessel is due to go sea for trials in the New Year.

British commander wants US Marine Corps aircraft on new aircraft carriers

The commanding officer of the UK's new supercarrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth, has expressed a desire for US Marine Corps aircraft to join his own on deck.

IN PICTURES: Joint Expeditionary Force sails

Royal Navy ships from the Joint Expeditionary Force line up for photos.

French carrier begins operations against Islamic State

Air operations over Iraq against Islamic State from the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle have now begun.

WATCH: Hellfire missile destroys Islamic State combat vehicle

An Islamic State technical vehicle was struck by a Hellfire missile in Northern Iraq in support of Peshmerga, the footage has recently been released.

Sweden to reintroduce national service

The Swedish government has announced the reintroduction of compulsory military service, as part of aims to rebuild national defences amid rising tensions in the region.