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
C-130 Hercules conducts helicopter tactical refuelling in Estonia
A C-130J Hercules operating from RAF Akrotiri has been conducting ground-based tactical refuelling of British Army Wildcat helicopters in Estonia.
Turkish E-7T acts as airborne command post for NATO exercise
A Turkish Air Force E-7T has acted as the airborne command and control post for fighter activities above the Baltic Sea Region during NATO's multinational exercise Ramstein Alloy for the first time, say the Alliance.
UK-led battlegroup conducts large scale exercise in Estonia
The British-led battlegroup consists of main battle tanks, armoured fighting vehicles, armoured personnel carriers, mounted and dismounted infantry, a sniper section, artillery firepower and attack helicopters.
Ministry of Defence looking to spend £1m on face paint
The £1m contract tender details a 4-year framework agreement for the supply of camouflage face paint.
Russian warship seriously damaged and crew evacuated
Russian cruiser Moskva, the same warship told to "go f**k" itself by Ukrainian troops at Snake Island, has been seriously damaged and evacuated after reports of a missile strike.
British aircraft carrier visits volcanic Arctic island
HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond were in the area as part of efforts by the UK to underline its commitment to security in the high north.
British troops show off anti-tank firepower in Lithuania
British troops fired NLAW and Javelin anti-tank weapons during a NATO exercise in Lithuania.
Typhoon jets practise interception over Scotland
Typhoon jets departed RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland in order to conduct Quick Reaction Alert training with a Dassault Falcon 20 aircraft operated by Draken.
Ukrainian troops arriving in UK for British weapons training
Ukrainian troops will arrive in Britain soon for training with the British military, the UK Government has confirmed.
Royal Navy in £32m deal for autonomous mine-hunting systems
The first MAUV equipment delivery is expected in Spring 2023.
