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
British-French Task Force evacuate Corsica
A combined British and French naval fleet off Corsica used their helicopters and landing craft to evacuate civilians to safety.
UK demands answers over Russian rocket launcher in Ukraine
The British delegation to the OSCE are demanding answers regarding how a Russian missile system has ended up in the hands of separatist forces in Ukraine.
Luftwaffe over Yorkshire again
A German Air Force squadron operating out of RAF Leeming is using the Joint Warrior exercise to test its Tornado pilots.
Turkey shoots down aircraft on Syrian border
Turkey have shot down a drone on their border with Syria.
India to test subsonic cruise missile
India will today conduct a test firing of Nirbhay, their first indigenous cruise missile.
Britain arrests Indian fishermen
It has been reported that as many as 23 Indian fishermen have been arrested after trespassing on Diego Garcia earlier in the month.
Coalition aircraft smash Islamic State convoy
It has been reported that coalition aircraft have destroyed an Islamic State convoy in Iraq.
Work begins in preparation for new Trident submarines
Work has started at a shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness as part of a £300m investment in preparation for the UK's next generation of Trident missile submarines.
Syrian troops launch offensive in Homs under Russian cover
Syrian state media is reporting that government forces have launched an offensive in the central province of Homs under the cover of Russian airstrikes.
Irish vessel rescues more than 100 migrants
Irish Naval Service patrol ship Samuel Beckett has rescued more than 100 migrants off the Libyan coast today.
