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
British drone strike hits terrorists in Syria
A Royal Air Force remotely piloted aircraft conducted an airstrike near Aleppo on 4 September 2025, the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
ZeroUSV unveils third drone vessel in ‘dazzle’ livery
The new vessel features a bold geometric paint scheme inspired by the Royal Navy’s First World War-era dazzle camouflage.
Thales to build AURORE space radar for French military use
The radar, named AURORE, is part of France’s ARES programme (Action and Space Resilience) and will provide real-time surveillance of multiple objects in space simultaneously.
NATO tests joint air command in Exercise Steadfast Duel 2025
Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) took part in NATO’s largest computer-assisted exercise of the year, Steadfast Duel 2025, to enhance operational readiness.
US Army orders Saab Giraffe 1X radars
Saab has received a contract from the US Army to supply its Giraffe 1X radar systems to support security cooperation partners, the company stated.
Powerful new American warship completes trials
The ship’s latest trials featured tests of the Flight III AN/SPY-6(V)1 radar system and Aegis Baseline 10 combat system, both major upgrades that enhance situational awareness and sensor capability.
Far-right terror cell jailed for West Yorkshire attack plot
Three men from an online extreme right-wing group have been jailed for a combined total of 29 years for planning a terrorist attack in West Yorkshire, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Typhoons support Jordan in missions against Islamic State
Royal Air Force Typhoon jets have provided air support to Jordanian Armed Forces during recent coalition operations targeting Islamic State in the Middle East.
US Army fields BAE Systems’ new secure radio for helicopters
The US Army has begun fielding BAE Systems’ AN/ARC-231A Multi-mode Aviation Radio Set, or MARS, across select rotary-wing aircraft, the company stated.
US soldier commands autonomous Black Hawk drone
A US Army National Guard soldier has become the first person without formal pilot training to plan and execute autonomous helicopter missions using Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s MATRIX technology, the company stated.
