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
Britain urges Israel to halt Gaza offensive escalation
Israel's security cabinet has approved a plan for the military to "prepare to take control of Gaza City".
Operation Hightower – What you need to know
The Royal Air Force has begun long-range operations in the Indo-Pacific under Operation Hightower, deploying F-35B Lightning jets to conduct joint activities with Japanese and South Korean forces.
221 arrests since Palestine Action proscription, say police
Counter Terrorism Police have confirmed that 221 arrests have been made since the UK Government formally proscribed the protest group Palestine Action on 5 July 2025 under terrorism legislation.
Airborne autonomy is the next frontier in naval power
The next leap in naval capability may come not from what sits on the flight deck, but from what takes off from it, says Matt Moore, Business Development Director for Maritime Autonomy at Thales.
Lithuania urges NATO defence after Russian drone incursion
Lithuania has called on NATO to strengthen allied air defences after a Russian military drone violated its airspace for the second time in less than a month.
Government working to ‘maximise’ Scottish defence industry
Small and medium-sized businesses from across Scotland gathered in Edinburgh for a Ministry of Defence roundtable focused on defence innovation, growth, and industrial strategy.
Man jailed for possessing terrorist manuals
A 21-year-old man living Bradford has been jailed for two years after admitting possession of terrorist documents, including instructions for making firearms, explosives and poisons.
Northrop and Lithuania expand ammo production
Northrop Grumman has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Lithuanian Ministries of Defence and Finance to expand co-production of medium-caliber ammunition in partnership with Nammo.
NATO condemns Russian cyber activities
In a joint statement, NATO said it stood in solidarity with Estonia, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.
UK and US carrier jets fly in tight formation over Pacific
A UK F-35B from 617 Squadron and a U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet were photographed flying in tight formation over HMS Prince of Wales during trilateral carrier strike operations with Japan.
