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
Sweden makes ‘NATO stronger and safer’ say Alliance
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited the Swedish Armed Forces at Berga Naval Base, marking his first visit to Sweden since the country joined NATO in March.
First as Finnish F/A-18 jets certified for NATO Air Policing
Finnish jets will operate alongside British Typhoons and Romanian F-16s, responding to potential threats to Romania’s airspace.
Naval Engineers restore Falklands memorials
Memorials, which endure the harsh South Atlantic weather, are cleaned, rebuilt, and have their inscriptions made legible by the NEFI team.
Greens pledge to dismantle British nuclear weapons
This would include cancelling the Trident programme and removing all foreign nuclear weapons from Britain.
Video shows destruction of Russian Buk-M2 air defence system
The video captures the dramatic moment of impact, showcasing the precision and effectiveness of the HIMARS system in neutralising the air defence threat.
BAE Tridon MK2 anti-air system to make debut
BAE Systems is launching its next-generation 40mm anti-aircraft system, Tridon Mk2, at Eurosatory 2024.
Industrial action escalates for defence giant Rolls Royce
GMB union has today announced that members at Rolls Royce’s submarine programme in Derby have backed an escalation in the ongoing industrial action facing the company.
Ukrainian drone destroys Russian tank in dramatic footage
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has shared a striking video showing an FPV drone destroying a Russian tank in a massive fireball.
Saturday sells out for Royal International Air Tattoo 2024
More than 150 aircraft have been confirmed for this year's Royal International Air Tattoo #RIAT, causing a surge in ticket sales and resulting in a sell-out for the event’s busiest day, Saturday 20th July.
Ukraine releases video of Russian Su-25 jet ‘destruction’
The Soviet-designed Su-25, nicknamed 'Frogfoot' by NATO, is a heavily armoured ground-attack aircraft used to provide close air support for Russian ground troops.
