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
Russian media urges Putin to attack British warship
Russian media has issued threats against Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond.
Britain ‘will not hesitate’ to take action in Red Sea
Britain plans to coordinate with Western allies, including the United States and possibly another European nation, to execute targeted missile strikes.
Spain orders 16 C295 Maritime Patrol and Surveillance aircraft
The Spanish Ministry of Defence has ordered 16 Airbus C295 aircraft in Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) configuration and Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) configuration.
Britain prepares to strike Houthi following attacks on ships
British jets are reportedly gearing up to launch a series of air strikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in the wake of recent attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.
Britain giving hundreds of air defence missiles to Ukraine
Surface launched ASRAAM missiles have proven highly effective – with a successful hit rate reported as high as 90% against some Russian air targets.
British-gifted missile used to destroy Russian naval vessel
The Ukrainian air force has reportedly used a missile, believed to be a British-supplied Storm Shadow, to destroy a Russian naval vessel in the Crimean port town of Feodosia.
Ukrainian pilots complete basic training in the UK
The first group of Ukrainian pilots to receive training from the Royal Air Force are now learning to fly F-16 fighter jets in Denmark.
New images show progress of new frigate in Glasgow
New drone footage shows the build progress of HMS Cardiff, the Royal Navy's second Type 26 frigate, as the vessel and the future 'frigate factory' are being constructed in Glasgow.
Tankers to be scrambled to refuel secret cargo aircraft
Details are scarce but it's understood that Voyager tanker aircraft will be making sure that an unidentified cargo aircraft flying from the Arctic has enough fuel to conduct an incredibly long-haul flight.
Troubled Ajax armoured vehicle project ‘turns corner’
The Ajax programme is "making positive progress", say the Ministry of Defence.
