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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

Parliament votes to extend airstrikes into Syria

On the 2nd of December 2015, Parliament voted 397 to 223 in favour of airstrikes in Syria.

NATO invites Montenegro to join alliance

NATO has welcomed Montenegro into the alliance in its first expansion since 2009.

WATCH: Exploring HMS Queen Elizabeth

Would you like a tour of HMS Queen Elizabeth? Well this video gives you that tour with a intriguing look at some of the...

Parliament to vote on bombing Islamic State in Syria

MPs will decide later whether to back UK air strikes in Syria against militants from Islamic State.

Should Britain conduct air strikes in Syria?

What do you think? Should Britain extend its bombing campaign in Iraq to Syria? Let us know.

German cabinet approves action against Islamic State

The German cabinet has backed plans for military support in the fight against Islamic State militants in Syria.

UK-led joint force launched to tackle common threats

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon committed the UK to a leading role in the new joint force.

France says Royal Air Force capabilities needed in Syria

British niche capabilities would make a difference in Syria French Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said.

A look at Britain’s new submarine hunter, the Poseidon

The P-8 Poseidon is designed to conduct anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare and shipping interdiction.

Russia deploys S-400 anti-aircraft missiles in Syria

Russia has deployed a S-400 missile system in Syria to protect its aircraft.