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 and Swedish Air Force begin NATO Air Policing in Poland
This deployment marks the first time Swedish combat aircraft will participate in NATO’s enhanced Air Policing from another ally’s territory—and the first time they do so under NATO command since joining the Alliance in 2024.
NATO Ministers set the stage for The Hague summit
The meetings placed strong emphasis on strengthening collective defence, increasing defence investment across the Alliance, and deepening support for Ukraine.
NATO warships and helicopters train in Black Sea
NATO forces are conducting major naval exercises in the Black Sea as part of Exercise Sea Shield 2025, with warships and helicopters operating across multiple domains in a show of allied unity and combat readiness.
Footage shows Wildcat helicopter downing attack drones
A Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter has been filmed shooting down drones during a high-intensity weapons trial off the coast of Wales.
NATO tankers sustain alliance air power at Ramstein Flag 25
Allied air forces have demonstrated high-end air power across Europe during Exercise Ramstein Flag 25 (RAFL25), with aerial refuelling assets playing a pivotal role...
US Army tests FPV drones in Germany under ‘Project Shiv’
Project Shiv is part of a wider U.S. Army push to modernise battlefield tactics using low-cost, adaptable unmanned platforms in line with current global combat trends.
Leonardo expands Saudi defence ties with new agreement
Leonardo has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to deepen industrial collaboration across the aerospace and defence sectors, building on the momentum of an earlier agreement signed in 2024.
Kent teen convicted over sharing Daesh propaganda online
A 19-year-old from Swanley, Kent, has pleaded guilty to multiple terrorism offences after an investigation by the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command revealed he had shared extremist material online.
US Special Ops gets new OA-1K Skyraider II strike aircraft
The Skyraider II is based on the rugged AT-802 airframe and has been adapted for roles including close air support, precision strike, and armed intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
Britain and US test engine for new hypersonic cruise missile
The UK has announced a milestone in the development of hypersonic weapons, following a large-scale propulsion test carried out in partnership with the United States.
