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
Conflict breaks out in Israel and Gaza
In the early hours, a series of rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip, targeting various locations within Israel.
Sunak tweet debunked; Czechs sent first tanks to Ukraine
The United Kingdom was the first country to pledge Western tanks to Ukraine, however, the distinction of being the first to provide tanks goes to the Czech Republic.
UK ranked second most powerful country in ‘soft power’
Soft power is a measure of a country's ability to shape international outcomes without the use of force, largely through diplomacy.
The failed bid to use Concorde as Britain’s ‘Air Force One’
Back in 2006, a group of MPs proposed that the UK Government recommission Concorde to serve as 'Royal Air Force One'.
British aircraft lands near Polish border to supply Ukraine
Royal Air Force C-17 flights supplying weapons, ammunition and other equipment started before the invasion and have not stopped since.
Rolls-Royce new hybrid-electric engine in first fuel burn
Rolls-Royce reports that its newly developed hybrid-electric engine has completed its first fuel burn.
Czech Republic to purchase 24 F-35 jets by 2035
The Czech government has approved the procurement of 24 F-35 fighter jets.
British fighter jets arrive in Poland
The focus will be on practising dogfights against a variety of aircraft to refine tactics.
British fighter jets deploy to Poland
The deployment will provide an opportunity for RAF pilots to practice dogfighting against different types of aircraft, and develop tactics to exploit their weaknesses.
Babcock to support next gen nuclear submarines
Babcock has signed a five-year contract with the Ministry of Defence to provide input into the detailed design for the new AUKUS submarines, which will replace the Astute Class from the late 2030s.
