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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 cruise missile crashes into Russian village

A Russian cruise missile has hit a remote village in the north of the country after going off course during a test flight.

Britain continues operations against IS, no civilian casualties

Islamic State (IS) terrorists have suffered further losses as Royal Air Force aircraft have continued operations over Syria and Iraq.

Chinese Naval vessels arrive in Hawaii

Chinese Naval vessels have arrived in Hawaii for a five-day visit.

HMS Artful handed over to the Royal Navy

HMS Artful and her crew will now be added to the Royal Navy Fleet.

Leased P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft looked at to fill gap

Britain is considering the lease of two US Navy P-8's, with British crews, to bridge the gap between now and when the first British P-8's enter service.

RAF scrambled 7 times this year to meet Russian bombers

RAF Typhoon jets have been launched seven times this year to meet Russian aircraft the MoD has revealed.

Government announce boost to Scottish defence jobs

The MoD plans to build 18 vessels of various types for the Royal Navy, all of which will be built in Scotland.

UK launches air strikes in Syria

Following the vote in the House of Commons last night, Tornado GR4 aircraft flew their first offensive operation against Islamic State targets inside Syria. Following the...

Parliament votes to extend airstrikes into Syria

On the 2nd of December 2015, Parliament voted 397 to 223 in favour of airstrikes in Syria.

NATO invites Montenegro to join alliance

NATO has welcomed Montenegro into the alliance in its first expansion since 2009.