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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

NATO unveils new air defence efforts around Europe

Representatives from 15 member nations announced a multinational plan to address lower-level air threats – those flying below 500 feet.

Britain ‘taking control’ of the Atlantic drone warship fleet

Using a fleet of drone warships and drone submarines, "Britain is now poised to be the premier power in the North Atlantic".

Drone shots show progress on new British warships

New drone imagery offers a closer look at the progress made on the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 frigates, HMS Glasgow and HMS Cardiff,...

American supercarrier undergoes repairs at Souda Bay

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman has arrived in Greece to conduct an 'Emergent Repair Availability' following a recent collision.

Hero RAF Sergeant in Utah canyon rescue

Royal Air Force Sergeant Benstead has been praised for his quick actions in saving a Canadian tourist who fell into a ravine in Zion National Park, Utah.

UK seeks new 5.56mm gun under ‘Project TROUBLER’

The Ministry of Defence has issued an open tender for a lightweight assault machine gun intended for dismounted troops.

British warships in show of force to Russian vessel

British warships and aircraft closely monitored a Russian naval task group, consisting of two landing ships and four other vessels as they transited the English Channel.

UK confirms joint funding with Denmark on new air defence system

The Gravehawk system, designed to enhance Ukrainian air defence capabilities, has been funded in two stages.

UK says Ukraine peace ‘must be just and sustainable’

Lt Col Joby Rimmer, the UK’s Senior Military Advisor to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), lauded Ukraine’s resilience in the face of Russia’s ongoing war, calling it “nothing short of extraordinary.”

NATO unveils 24/7 missile defence policy

NATO has, for the first time, published a summary of its Integrated Air and Missile Defence Policy, outlining how the Alliance intends to safeguard its territory and populations from threats across all altitudes and speeds.