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
Chinese student charged for drone shots of U.S. shipyard
A Chinese graduate student at the University of Minnesota is facing rare Espionage Act charges related to drone photography near a U.S. naval shipyard in Virginia.
Airbus unveil ‘Wingman’ stealth fighter drone
The Wingman's tasks, say Airbus, can range from reconnaissance to jamming targets and engaging targets on the ground or in the air with precision-guided munitions or missiles.
British surveillance aircraft continue patrols near Gaza
Royal Air Force Shadow R1 continue to conduct surveillance flights over Gaza to help find the remaining hostages that were taken by Hamas.
UK urges UN to act on North Korea’s nuclear missile project
The United Kingdom has called for decisive action from the UN Security Council in response to North Korea's ongoing nuclear and ballistic missile activities.
Labour commits to Trident carrying nuclear submarines
The Labour Party has pledged its commitment to maintaining Britain's nuclear submarine fleet and supporting the construction of the new Dreadnought-class Trident submarines.
American sub shaft seals being built in Britain
Defense Maritime Solutions has been awarded a $14.7m contract to supply essential components for Virginia-class submarines, with production taking place in the United Kingdom.
NATO maritime patrol aircraft monitoring waters near Ireland
The implications for Ireland are quite serious; the country’s lack of maritime defence capabilities has necessitated the intervention of its allies.
British Typhoon jets continue Operation Shader patrols
A British Typhoon jet has crossed Israel and is over the West Bank heading to Syria as part of Operation Shader.
British Destroyer seizes £15 million worth of drugs
HMS Diamond has successfully intercepted £15 million worth of illegal drugs in an operation against traffickers in the Indian Ocean.
Man sent back to prison for breaching Terrorism order
Adeel Ulhaq, 29, was initially jailed in February 2016 for six years for assisting a teenager in joining ISIS and for funding terrorism.
