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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

Large fleet finishes missile defence exercise off Scotland

Last month, 4,000 servicemen and servicewomen from 13 nations converged on the MOD Hebrides Range in Scotland to partake in a crucial NATO exercise, code-named FORMIDABLE SHIELD.

Defence Secretary highlights partnerships in Indo-Pacific

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace delivered a keynote address at the 20th IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, focusing on 'Building a stable and balanced Asia-Pacific.'

British aircraft carrier demonstrates capability

HMS Queen Elizabeth, the flagship of the Royal Navy, has taken to social media to highlight their impressive operational capabilities.

British combat aircraft bolster Arctic security

The exercise, set to span Sweden, Finland, and Norway, brings together an impressive 150 aircraft from 14 nations worldwide.

NATO AWACS secure summit airspace

In a bid to secure the European Political Community Summit in Moldova, NATO's airborne surveillance provided skyward protection.

NATO Submarine Command changes hands

In a shift of command at NATO's Submarine Command (COMSUBNATO), Rear Admiral Thomas Wall has taken over from Rear Admiral Stephen Mack.

Rolls-Royce test runs new UltraFan engine

Rolls-Royce has successfully completed the initial testing of its ground-breaking UltraFan technology demonstrator at the company's facility in Derby, UK.

Work on new Glasgow frigate factory picks up pace

Drone imagery shows the progress of a massive new 'frigate factory' in Glasgow.

Ukraine gets green light for $285m US Missile Defense System

The US has approved a sale to the Ukrainian Government of the 'National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System' (NASAMS) and associated equipment, which is estimated to cost around $285 million.

British and American warships scare off Iranian vessels

British and American naval forces came to the aid of a merchant ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz on June 4th, after the vessel made a distress call claiming harassment by Iranian fast-attack boats.