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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

Mystery light over Calfornia was Trident missile

A missile test off the Californian coast sparked frenzy on social media and spooked residents who believed they had just seen a UFO.

India tests new nuclear ballistic missile

India has test fired its nuclear-capable strategic ballistic missile Agni-IV.

HMS Middleton leaves for the Gulf

The minehunter will spend three years based in Bahrain and will carry out security operations across the region.

Islamic State bomb brought down Russian airliner

The UK, Russia and others have suspended all flights to Sharm el-Sheikh following indications that the Russian airliner was downed by a bomb.

Weapons agreement with France

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has unveiled a new agreement with France that will help pave the way for the next generations of missiles.

WATCH: British Army Rocket Artillery in action

Gunners from 101 (Northumbrian) Regiment Royal Artillery and 1 Regiment Royal Horse Artillery on exercise at the Otterburn Ranges in the north of England.

France to deploy aircraft carrier to Gulf

France will deploy its only aircraft carrier to assist in the fight against the Islamic State.

WATCH: British Army – Ex Trident Juncture

B Coy from the Royal Irish regiment travel in a Foxhound light mechanised vehicle to seek out and engage the enemy during Ex Trident Juncture 15 in Spain.

UK may retain early model Typhoons to maintain numbers

The Ministry of Defence is currently reviewing its earlier decision to retire 53 Tranche 1 Typhoon combat aircraft in 2018 as part of the upcoming SDSR.

Final Army units to return from Germany in 2019

The final units based around Paderborn and Sennelager in Germany will return home to Salisbury Plain in the final phase of the Army Basing Programme.