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
Change of Command for Resolute Support mission in Afghanistan
General Austin Scott Miller assumed command of the NATO-led Resolute Support Mission from General John ''Mick'' Nicholson at a ceremony at mission headquarters in Kabul, Afghanistan.
US Navy to order ships out of port in preparation for Tropical Storm Florence
US Naval vessels in the port of Norfolk are making final preparations to sail in an effort to help vessels weather the storm.
What are the arguments for building the Fleet Solid Support Ships in the UK?
The Government's procurement plans for up to three new support ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary are facing opposition from Labour, the SNP and trade unions.
Italy takes up NATO Icelandic air patrols
Four Italian Air Force Typhoon jets have arrived at Iceland’s Keflavik Air Base, and from Tuesday the 4th of September, they have been ensuring the safety of Iceland’s airspace.
Germany and Belgium in new Baltic NATO Air Policing mission first scramble
Both NATO member detachments in the Baltics conducted their first alert scramble this week.
NATO and Japan conduct exercise in the Baltic Sea
Naval forces from Standing NATO Maritime Group One conducted a passing exercise with a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force squadron in the Baltic Sea.
Exercise Trident Juncture 18 to demonstrate NATO’s ability to defend itself
All NATO Allies, as well as partners Finland and Sweden, will participate in NATO's largest military exercise in recent years, which will take place in Norway in October-November.
Reaper strikes Islamic State held building in Syria
On Thursday 23rd of August, a Reaper unmanned aircraft was on patrol over the Euphrates valley in Syria.
Czech Armed Forces host NATO JTAC exercise ‘Ample Strike’
Czech Armed Forces host NATO JTAC exercise 'Ample Strike'
WATCH: HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Florida
Watch as HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Mayport, Florida earlier in the week having completed her first trans-Atlantic voyage.
