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
Iran launches missiles into Syria
Iran's has announced that it has launched missiles into Syria, targeting Islamic State fighters in retaliation for recent attacks in Tehran.
F/A-18E Super Hornet downs Su-22 over Syria
A US Navy F/A-18E has shot down a Syrian government operated Su-22 shortly after it bombed US-backed Syrian fighters in North Syria the Pentagon have confirmed.
Stinger missiles with proximity fuzes destroy UAVs in first-ever test
During a recent US Army test, a pair of Stinger missiles equipped with new proximity fuzes intercepted two small unmanned airborne systems.
Leonardo launch BriteCloud 218 after F-16 live fire exercise
Leonardo has launched the new version of its BriteCloud decoy for fast jets, called BriteCloud 218, at the Electronic Warfare Europe event in London.
United Kingdom agrees stronger defence partnership with Netherlands
Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has met his Dutch counterpart to sign an agreement that will strengthen defence relations between the two countries.
Damaged USS Fitzgerald returns to Yokosuka
Damaged destroyer USS Fitzgerald, aided by tug boats, has safely returned to port at Yokosuka.
LRASM for the Type 26 Frigate fleet?
Lockheed Martin are eager to have their Long Range Anti-Ship Missile fitted to new Type 26 Frigate fleet.
UK committed to 24 British F-35s onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth by 2023
In addition to 24 F-35Bs, the carrier air wing of HMS Queen Elizabeth will also feature around 14 helicopters with numbers depending on requirements.
IN PICTURES: A400M Atlas conducts beach landing trials in South Wales
An RAF A400M Atlas transport aircraft has successfully completed a series of spectacular test landings on a beach in South Wales.
Saab’s Gripen E fighter jet takes flight for the first time
Saab have completed a successful first flight of what they're calling the 'next generation smart fighter', Gripen E.
