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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

Airbus demonstrates automatic Air-to-Air refuelling

Airbus Defence and Space has successfully demonstrated automatic air-to-air refuelling with a fighter aircraft from a tanker’s refuelling boom – the first time this has been done.

American nuclear powered attack submarine visits Faslane

A US Navy Virginia class attack submarine has visited Faslane today in a routine stop-off.

Rafael Unveils Spike LR II missile

Rafael has unveiled the SPIKE LR II, a new variant of the SPIKE Family that can be fired from vehicles, helicopters, ships, and ground launchers.

MoD confirm UK will retain top NATO role after press speculation

The Sunday Times has reported that that the UK will have to relinquish the NATO post of Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe (DSACEUR). 

IN PICTURES: Exercise Noble Jump

Forces from a number of NATO countries will deploy a significant number of soldiers, vehicles and helicopters to Romania to test the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force concept.

Russia to Deliver Ka-52K Helicopters to Egypt

Russia is set to deliver Ka-52K helicopters to Egypt.

American cruiser USS Lake Erie renders assistance in Sri Lanka after devastating floods

Ticonderoga class cruiser USS Lake Erie has arrived in Sri Lanka to support humanitarian assistance operations in the wake of severe flooding and landslides.

USS Gabrielle Giffords commissioned

USS Gabrielle Giffords, the US Navy's newest littoral combat ship, has been commissioned.

Russian jet intercepts flight of US bombers over Baltic Sea

A Russian Su-27 intercepted a flight of B-1 and B-52 bombers during exercises taking place over the Baltic Sea.

Michael Fallon to continue as Secretary of State for Defence

Since 2014, Sir Michael Fallon has served as Secretary of State for Defence and been a member of the National Security Council.