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
Could Britain stand up to China?
China has the world's largest standing army and the second-largest defence budget, while Britain has a smaller but highly advanced military force.
Ukraine strikes Russian cruise missiles in occupied Crimea
"The explosions continue the process of Russia's demilitarisation and prepares the Ukrainian peninsula of Crimea for de-occupation", said Ukraine.
UK warships complete world’s second-largest naval exercise
All the UK’s Gulf-based ships, supported by expert dive/bomb disposal teams flown out from the UK, Royal Marines boarding and search specialists, drone operators and medics, were committed to the huge International Maritime Exercise.
HMS Prince of Wales repair cost likely to be £20 million
The cost for repairing HMS Prince of Wales has reportedly increased to £20 million, and the repair duration is expected to be longer than initially anticipated.
British Commandos take part in daring Arctic parachute jump
Their objective during the exercise was to simulate attacks on positions behind simulated enemy lines, thereby establishing a foothold for NATO forces participating in Exercise Joint Viking.
Russia forced to admit difficulty capturing Zaporizhzhia
The declaration of an alternative capital in Melitopol suggests that the Russian forces are facing difficulties in their attempts to seize Zaporizhzhia, a major objective of the conflict.
Typhoon jets intercept multiple Russian aircraft
Two Typhoon jets were scrambled from Ämari Air Base in Estonia to intercept a Russian military Tu-134 passenger jet, two Sukhoi Su-27 Flanker fighter jets and an AN-12 Cub.
The Hague issues arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin based on allegations of war crimes.
The ICC asserts that...
A400M Atlas to be cleared for low-level parachuting in April
As per recent updates, the first operational clearance for low-level parachuting from the A400M is expected to be granted in April 2023.
The upcoming clearance...
New British fighter jet project continues
Advanced defence electronics firms representing Japan, the UK, and Italy have announced the signing of a collaboration agreement.
