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
British Army’s new Land Ceptor air defence missile blasts airborne target by Baltic Sea
A brand-new missile system at the heart of the British Army’s future air defences has completed its first successful firing trials, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced.
US Military continues ‘High State of Vigilance’ in Korea say officials
The U.S. military continues its “maximum pressure campaign” in regard to North Korea, and U.S. forces on the Korean Peninsula are “ready to fight tonight,” the Pentagon’s chief spokesperson said today.
Pakistani military reportedly accessed phones belonging to US and UK officials
The Pakistani military allegedly coordinated a surveillance operation which collected data from US, UK, and Australian officials and diplomats.
$558m contract for F-35 Lot 11 facilities stand up and support awarded
Lockheed Martin has received a $558.3 million contract for F-35 Lot 11.
Investigators identify Russian military as source of missile that downed flight MH17
Investigators have revealed the evidence they believe proves Russia was responsible for downing Flight MH17, killing 298 people.
Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic has ‘increased tenfold’ while Royal Navy suffers...
During an address to the Royal United Service Institute's conference on sea warfare, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson warned Britain must build up its military to counter Russian aggression.
UK to send Type 23 Frigates to Gulf as ‘an enduring presence’ from 2019
The plan to base a Type 23 Frigate in the Gulf will likely follow the same method used to station minehunters in the region, with the ship’s company flown out to take over the vessel on a rotational basis.
RFA Fort Rosalie visits Tangier
RFA Fort Rosalie has paid a rare visit to Moroccan port of Tangier.
The oldest ship in the naval service with nearly 42 years under her...
Defence Minister welcomes first of new Royal Marine carrier-ready helicopters
Guto Bebb has announced the delivery of the first of a fleet of new helicopters designed for Royal Marine aircraft carrier operations.
Typhoon overflies the RAF’s newly installed Air Defence Radar at Saxa Vord, Scotland
A Typhoon of Number 1(Fighter) Squadron from RAF Lossiemouth has overflown the RAF's newly installed Air Defence Radar at Saxa Vord, on the Island of Unst, Shetland.
