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
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.
Britain going ahead with sale of C-130 fleet
The Royal Air Force's C-130J Hercules capability is planned to be withdrawn from service on 30 June 2023.
Poland purchasing 800 Hellfire missiles
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Poland of 800 AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles and related equipment.
British frigate and Norwegian submarine train together
HMS Somerset has been working alongside a Norwegian submarine as part of an effort to train to defend Norway.
Video shows helicopter move artillery guns ashore
20,000 NATO troops, plus Finland and Sweden, are training to defend Norway.
British surveillance aircraft patrols Baltic Sea
A British RC-135 ‘Rivet Joint’, an electronic surveillance aircraft, has conducted a routine patrol over the Baltic Sea.
