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
Russia hits 700,000 casualties in Ukraine says Britain
British intelligence reveals over 700,000 Russian casualties in Ukraine plus the destruction of 3,558 tanks, 147 helicopters, 132 fixed-wing aircraft, more than 8,500 armoured vehicles, 1,750 artillery systems, and 26 warships.
British aircraft carrier ‘opens fire’ with Phalanx gun
Video shows HMS Prince of Wales fire her Phalanx close-in weapon system as part of a training exercise.
Royal Navy aircraft carrier to open to public in Liverpool
The aircraft carrier's seven-day visit will include public tours of the massive vessel, here's how you can book your place!
Britain’s new Type 83 Destroyer project moves forward
The new warship, to be armed with lasers, will be able to defend against the 'toughest threats in the air' and conduct long range strikes against 'the hardest of targets'.
Defence Secretary outlines priorities for defence review
"Everyone agrees that defence spending must rise", said John Healey, the Defence Secretary.
Britain ‘will defend’ undersea cables and infrastructure
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard assured that "the United Kingdom and our armed forces will defend our critical national infrastructure undersea cables" after a Russian spy ship was spotted in the Irish Sea.
British flagship aircraft carrier arrives in Germany
The Royal Navy's flagship, HMS Queen Elizabeth, has arrived in Hamburg for a five-day visit to reinforce the recently signed Trinity House Agreement between the UK and Germany.
L3Harris completes safety testing for F-16 EW system
L3Harris Technologies has successfully completed Safety of Flight (SOF) qualification for its Viper Shield electronic warfare system, designed for international F-16 fleets.
Phoenix Express 2024 wraps up in Tunisia
Nations participating in this year’s exercise included Algeria, Belgium, Georgia, Italy, Libya, Malta, Mauritania, Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Türkiye, and the United States.
Britain imposes sanctions on Iran
The UK government has announced new sanctions against Iran, targeting state-owned entities for their involvement in the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia to support its war in Ukraine.
