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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

A breakdown of British forces deploying in Europe

With the news that 20,000 British troops, tanks, artillery, jets, attack helicopters, submarines, warships and even an aircraft carrier are to deploy around Europe, we take a look at what is going where.

Britain deploying 20,000 troops across Europe to deter Russia

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that 20,000 service personnel from the British Armed Forces will deploy across Europe to take part in Exercise Steadfast Defender 24. 

Stunning shots show HMS Penzance as ship leaves service

Drone shots taken by expert photographer Dave Cullen show HMS Penzance in Leith as the Sandown class minehunter leaves Royal Navy service.

Why us? Foreign Secretary explains why UK jets hit Houthis

Foreign Secretary David Cameron has outlined the reasons for British involvement in strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen.

UK ‘open to further strikes’ in Yemen if necessary

Britain is prepared to conduct additional military strikes against Houthi forces in Yemen if the situation demands.

NATO-Ukraine Council meets, allies pledge air defence aid

The NATO-Ukraine Council convened in response to the recent surge in Russian air strikes against Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.

British Commandos deploy to Arctic to boost security

More than a thousand troops, including the Commando Helicopter Force, are bound for the the northern borders of NATO.

Lockheed Martin and NASA unveil X-59

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works has rolled out the X-59, an experimental aircraft reportedly designed to minimise the impact of sonic booms.

Polish Armaments Group sign agreements with UK firms

An agreement between MBDA UK and the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ) was signed this week.

BAE delivers first ACV Command Variant to US Marine Corps

BAE Systems has announced the delivery of the first Amphibious Combat Vehicle Command and Control (ACV-C) variant to the US Marine Corps.