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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

Russian jet strikes hospital, kills 13

Russian strikes have killed at least 13 people after hitting a field hospital in Syria, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights has said.

Target drone washes up on Scottish beach

The UK Coastguard have recovered a target drone that has washed up on the beach of a Scottish island.

British bombers ready to strike Syria if required

Royal Air Force combat aircraft stand ready to launch strikes against Islamic State in Syria, a Royal Air Force commander has said.

Rolls-Royce win major US C-130 upgrade contract

Rolls Royce have won a $36 million contract to begin updating the US C-130 fleet with the Rolls-Royce T56 Series 3.5 engine upgrades.

Watch a Russian fighter jet intercept an American drone

Russia's Ministry of Defence have released a video showing an Su-30SM "intercepting" an American MQ-9 Reaper drone over Syria.

Watch a warship shoot down a ballistic missile off Scotland

The US Navy have released a video showing a missile launching from the deck of destroyer USS Ross to intercept a ballistic missile.

A-10’s deployed against Islamic State

The US Air Force has deployed 12 A-10 aircraft in the south of Turkey to support operations against Islamic State.

First Israeli F-35 Squadron takes shape

The Israeli Air Force have established a new squadron for its F-35 aircraft, designated "Adir" in Israel.

US pilot killed in F-18 crash in England

A US Marine Corps F-18 pilot has died in a crash.

180 migrants land on the shores of RAF Akrotiri undetected

Two boats carrying 180 migrants have come ashore at a British military base in Cyprus.