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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

Irish troops escape suspected Israeli strike in Lebanon

A recently surfaced video, purportedly from an Israeli drone or aircraft, appears to show the moment of the strike.

British surveillance aircraft tracks Russian forces in Ukraine

A Royal Air Force RC-135 surveillance aircraft was deployed today over the Black Sea to monitor Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.

U.S. bombers conclude deployment to Romania to deter Russia

Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft have completed their deployment to Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania, the first time these bombers have operated from Romanian soil.

L3Harris shows off new autonomous air defence prototype

L3Harris has successfully tested a new prototype for autonomous air defence during this year's Project Convergence Capstone 4 field experiment in the U.S.

AUKUS partners sign agreement on naval nuclear propulsion

Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States have signed an agreement focused on naval nuclear propulsion.

Global C-130J fleet grows as New Zealand takes delivery

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has received the first of five C-130J Super Hercules aircraft from Lockheed Martin.

RAF joins India for first multi-nation exercise in India

The Royal Air Force (RAF) detachment, en route back from Australia, has made a strategic stop in India to participate in Exercise Tarang Shakti, the first-ever multi-national air exercise organised by the Indian Air Force.

BAE in £38m contract to enhance U.S. intel capabilities

BAE Systems has been awarded a £38 million ($48 million) contract by the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to advance its next-generation military intelligence analysis system, Insight.

Royal Navy officers honoured with NATO decoration

Two Royal Navy officers have been awarded NATO’s highest decoration, the Meritorious Service Medal, for their distinguished contributions to the alliance’s efforts in maintaining maritime security.

Harland & Wolff shareholders fear sell-off risks naval work

A group of Harland & Wolff shareholders have expressed concern to the UK Defence Journal over the future of the historic shipbuilding company, warning the firm could be broken up and sold off in parts.