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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 pounds Islamic State mortar and rocket teams

A Reaper used a Hellfire missile to destroy a vehicle-borne mortar team, then located a large group of twelve rocket launchers being readied for firing.

British laser weapon deal being finalised

The MoD have announced that a £30 million deal for a new British laser weapon system, for use on land and at sea, is...

IN PICTURES: UK Troops lead Exercise Venerable Gauntlet

Defence Minister Earl Howe visited UK forces leading Exercise Venerable Gauntlet in Sennelager, Germany alongside troops from other NATO allies.

Tornado jets blitz Islamic State stronghold

Tornado aircraft used a salvo of four Paveway IVs to demolish a large building in which Islamic State fighters, including snipers, had fortified themselves.

HMS Diamond boards suspect vessel, HMS Enterprise

HMS Diamond was conducting a Boarding Exercise prior to joining operation SOPHIA, an operation to counter human trafficking in the Mediterranean.

The Venator-110, could this be Britain’s future light frigate?

BMT Defence Services offering to the Type 31 Frigate programme, the Venator-110, is emerging as the most serious contender, let's take a look.

Tornado jets bomb large group of Islamic State vehicles

Two Tornado jets used Paveway IV bombs and Brimstone missiles to attack a large group of mechanical excavators and heavy trucks being used by Islamic state.

IN PICTURES: The Queen’s Royal Hussars on Exercise Prairie Tempest

The Queen's Royal Hussars (The Queen's Own and Royal Irish) (QRH) Battlegroup on Exercise Prairie Tempest.

Britain has spent £84.4m on weapons bombing Islamic State

Figures show the total cost of using munitions such as Paveway bombs, Brimstone and Hellfire missiles against Islamic State reached £84.4m in August.

Boeing T-X aircraft revealed

Boeing and partner Saab AB have revealed the Boeing T-X, an all-new aircraft designed specifically for US Air Force training requirements.