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George Allison

George Allison
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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

Britain and Korea discuss naval cooperation

South Korea's Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Jung Ho-sup Tuesday discussed ways to expand naval cooperation with his British counterpart, local media reported.

Britain expected to begin airstrikes in Syria within weeks

The Government is preparing to hold a parliamentary vote authorising the extension of British strikes into Syria.

British combat drone fleet set to double

The Protector programme will see the UK acquire at least 20 Remotely Piloted Air Systems to replace the Reaper drones currently in service.

Russian Jet Intercepted over Syria

A Russian aircraft entered Turkish airspace on Saturday due to what Moscow called a "navigational error", the aircraft was met by Turkish F-16's.

United States promise Kunduz Airstrike answers

US Defence Secretary Ash Carter has promised a full investigation into whether a US aircraft was responsible for destroying hospital in Afghanistan.

China have NOT sent an aircraft carrier to Syria

A Chinese naval expert has dismissed reports that the country is sending an aircraft carrier to Syria to assist in the fight against Islamic State.

British forces take part in largest NATO exercise for decades

The UK and other NATO states will commit 140 aircraft, more than 60 ships and around 36,000 international troops.

NATO Hospital Bombing “Possibly Criminal”

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has described the Kunduz Hospital Bombing as "inexcusable, Possibly Criminal"

BAE win contract to upgrade F-15 electronic warfare capability

BAE Systems are to replace the electronic warfare suite for the US F-15 fleet.

Merlins visit Las Vegas

The Commando Helicopter Force have taken their Merlins to Las Vegas for two weeks of training to rescue casualties while under fire.