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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

Trident to be upgraded to protect against cyber attack

It is understood that the Trident missile system will be given increased protection from cyber-security threats.

RAF Lossiemouth prepares for Exercise Joint Warrior

The exercise will involve more than 31 warships and submarines, 60 aircraft, and a total of around 6500 personnel from 14 participating nations.

Frigate escorts Russian task group along eastern coast

A Royal Navy warship has escorted a Russian task group along the eastern coast of the UK. HMS Somerset, a Type 23 frigate was used...

UK P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft to cost £250m each

The P-8 is an aircraft designed for long-range anti-submarine warfare; anti-surface warfare; and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.

F-35 making ‘solid progress’

US Navy and US Air Force officials said "our overall assessment is that the F-35 is making solid progress across the board".

UK to lead Gulf Maritime Force

The UK is to lead a joint maritime force to deter piracy, tackle terrorism, and disrupt smuggling.

EgyptAir hijack comes to an end

Reuters are quoting Cyprus reports that the alleged EgyptAir hijacker has emerged from the plane with his hands held up.

Israeli Air Force scrambles jets after EgyptAir hijacking

The Israeli jets were deployed to protect Israel's air space.

Iraqi ‘troops’ ask for vote on IS captive’s fate

A group of Iraqi soldiers have asked 80,000 of their Instagram followers to decide if captive caught near Mosul lives or dies.

F-35 costs continue to fall

New spending report also shows steady cost drop for all variants of the F-35.