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
Ukraine agrees to American ceasefire proposal
BREAKING - The United States has put forward a ceasefire proposal aimed at halting hostilities in Ukraine, with Kyiv agreeing to the terms.
UK funds drones based frontline resupply and medical evac
The Ministry of Defence has awarded four contracts under Project MORRIGHAN, aimed at creating a universal carriage system for logistics and casualty evacuation using heavy-lift autonomous systems.
UK rules out donating Typhoon jets to Ukraine
In response to a parliamentary question from Conservative MP Mark Francois, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard confirmed that the UK will instead continue its focus on supporting European F-16 donations to Ukraine.
UK ‘ready and willing’ to send peacekeepers to Ukraine
"The UK is ready and willing to contribute to security guarantees to Ukraine by putting our own troops on the ground if necessary."
UK Member of Parliament outraged over secret filming
Labour MP Emily Thornberry has condemned the secret filming of a UK parliamentary delegation during a visit to Israel’s Knesset, describing the incident as unacceptable and demanding an investigation.
Defence to set new SME spending target by June
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it will publish its target for direct spending with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for the 2024-25 financial year by June 2025.
What happens if Russia shoots down a European jet?
Lt Col Stuart Crawford talks Sky Shield and European air defence, as experts propose a 120-jet force to protect Ukraine from Russian strikes—raising both strategic opportunities and escalation risks.
UK monitors risks of Chinese tech in defence supply chain
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it actively monitors the presence of Chinese-manufactured technology within UK defence procurement and supply chains.
MASS secures £17.5m JCAST contract extension
Defence and training support provider MASS, a subsidiary of Cohort plc, has been awarded a two-year extension on its Joint Command and Staff Training (JCAST) contract for UK Strategic Command.
Reports of Russia’s largest missile and drone Strike of 2025
The UK Ministry of Defence has reported that Russia conducted its largest multi-axis 'Long Range Aviation' strike package of 2025 overnight, launching a massive aerial assault on Ukraine.
