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
UK urged to move away from reliance on United States for defence
A UK Parliamentary report warns the UK should plan to move away from a bilateral relationship with the United States.
US E-3 AWACS reportedly destroyed in Iranian strike
Images circulating online appear to show the destruction of a U.S. Air Force E-3G Sentry airborne early warning and control aircraft following a reported Iranian missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia.
RFA Lyme Bay to become minehunting mothership
RFA Lyme Bay is set to be fitted with new uncrewed mine countermeasures systems, enabling the ship to operate as a mothership for autonomous minehunting equipment, the Royal Navy has said.
UK and Germany deepen logistics cooperation talks
Senior British and German military leaders have held talks aimed at strengthening cooperation on logistics and support operations during an official visit to the UK.
US advances Sentinel ICBM with silo prototype
The United States has begun construction of a full-scale prototype launch silo for its next-generation Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile.
Four arrested in crackdown on Channel smuggling network
Four people have been arrested in Germany as part of a coordinated international operation targeting a network supplying equipment for small boat crossings to the UK, according to the National Crime Agency.
NATO highlights air power role during command visit
Senior NATO military leaders have underscored the importance of air and space power in maintaining collective defence during a visit to Allied Air Command in Germany.
NORAD tracks Russian aircraft near Alaska
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) detected and tracked two Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone earlier this month.
MBDA ramps up missile output and investment plans
The European missile manufacturer said output doubled between 2023 and the end of 2025, with a further 40% increase in production planned for 2026.
Footage shows American warships launch barrage against Iran
Footage released by the US Navy shows multiple American warships launching Tomahawk cruise missiles against targets in Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury.
