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George Allison

George Allison
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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

Israel to purchase over 8,000 missiles and bombs from U.S.

The $7.41 billion sale includes 3,000 Hellfire missiles, 2,166 Small Diameter Bombs, and 2,800 MK 82 500-pound bombs, reinforcing Israel's precision-strike capabilities.

European carriers in the Pacific ‘signal commitment’ to stability

The latest by Dr. Emma Salisbury of the Council on Geostrategy underscores the continuing importance of European carrier strike group deployments to the Indo-Pacific, even as Europe contends with threats closer to home.

Former Scot Labour leader calls for Trident to be scrapped

Richard Leonard MSP called for scrapping Trident but has shared misleading claims about the UK's nuclear weapons. Ironically, he also recently warned against online misinformation.

UK and Scottish Governments collaborate on Faslane support

Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard stated that the “Clyde is an important base, and we work closely on it, not just with the Scottish Government and local councils, but across Government".

UK defends part in NATO exercise in response to Corbyn

The UK described participation in military exercises like Steadfast Dart 25 as "defensive, transparent and proportionate" amid concerns from former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.

New Medium Helicopter contract award expected soon

The contract for the UK’s new medium helicopter programme is anticipated to be awarded later this year, pending the necessary evaluations and approvals.

What did US and UK Defence Secretaries talk about on call?

The UK Defence Secretary, John Healey, and US Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening NATO and sustaining support for Ukraine.

Concerns raised about Russian and Chinese subs in Arctic

Concerns have been raised by Graeme Downie MP about increasing Russian and Chinese submarine activity in the Arctic region.

Defence Review to prioritise UK homeland security

Luke Akehurst, Labour MP for North Durham, questions whether homeland security will be a key focus of the strategic defence review.

Britain purchasing additional missiles for Destroyers

The Ministry of Defence is expected to finalise a contract for the acquisition of additional Aster 30 air defence missiles for the Royal Navy, following the successful conclusion of negotiations.