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
RAF conducts air operations in Guam
A Royal Air Force A400M Atlas aircraft from the UK’s Air Mobility Force has deployed to Andersen Air Force Base in Guam to participate in Exercise Mobility Guardian, a U.S.-led multinational training initiative.
Leonardo announces acquisition of Swedish firm Axiomatics
Leonardo has confirmed the acquisition of Axiomatics AB, a Swedish cybersecurity company specialising in dynamic access control, as part of its ongoing effort to expand its presence in the European cybersecurity market.
UK and Australia sign treaty on nuke sub collaboration
The United Kingdom and Australia have signed a landmark treaty committing both nations to deep cooperation on nuclear-powered submarines over the next five decades.
NATO deputy chief outlines investment push
NATO’s Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska has set out the Alliance’s priorities for strengthening deterrence through rearmament, innovation and transatlantic unity, during a speech to the Association of the United States Army’s LANDEURO symposium in Wiesbaden.
UK-EU Defence partnership discussions continue
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed ongoing discussions with the European Union to implement the Security and Defence Partnership (SDP) announced in May, aimed at enhancing interoperability, mobility, and resilience across European and NATO-aligned defence structures.
British ‘spy plane’ gathers intel on Russian forces
A British RC-135 Rivet Joint, the RAF’s premier signals intelligence aircraft, has once again been deployed on a critical reconnaissance mission over the Black Sea.
America’s most powerful carrier enters the Mediterranean
The world’s largest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has entered the Mediterranean Sea.
British Commandos storm ferry in Australia
Royal Marines have carried out high-profile anti-terrorism training on a New South Wales ferry in full view of the Sydney Opera House, as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.
UK and France advance plans for troops in Ukraine post-war
The UK and France have made “mature operational plans” to deploy a multinational reassurance force to Ukraine once hostilities cease, according to Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard.
Drone shows British aircraft carrier arrive in Australia
HMS Prince of Wales arrived in Darwin Harbour, marking the first visit to Australia by a Royal Navy aircraft carrier in nearly three decades.
