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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

Red Arrows to promote prosperity on major Asia tour

The Red Arrows will support Britain’s prosperity by performing in up to 20 locations from the Middle East to the Asia-Pacific, according to the Government.

Lockheed Martin win $504 million Canadian C-130J contract

American defence giant Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract worth $504.3 million to provide support to the Canadian C-130J Hercules fleet.

China confirms confrontation with Japan over East China Sea

China’s defence ministry confirmed that Chinese and Japanese fighter jets had a confrontation over disputed waters in the East China Sea last month.

IN PICTURES: HMS Forth nears completion

HMS Forth is a River class offshore patrol vessel under-construction on the Clyde, we've taken a closer look.

New Chinese strategic transport aircraft enter service

Sources have revealed that new Chinese strategic transport aircraft have entered military service.

Liverpool to host Armed Forces Day 2017

The Ministry of Defence have revealed that Liverpool is to host Armed Forces Day 2017. Armed Forces Day (formerly Veterans' Day) is an annual event...

Priest murdered in Normandy attack

A priest has been killed in a suspected terrorist attack after two knifemen stormed a church in the town of Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray, Normandy. Police are handling...

New American supercarrier proving unreliable in tests

The US Navy's newest supercarrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, may struggle to launch and recover aircraft, mount a defence and move munitions.

Tornado, Typhoon jets strike Islamic State positions

Tornado jets bombed an Islamic State position north of Mosul and destroyed a stronghold in northern Iraq.

British Reaper drones supporting anti-IS forces in Iraq and Syria

Reaper drones have provided air support to Iraqi forces fighting in northern Iraq and Syrian opposition forces engaged with Islamic State.