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 military helicopters to deploy to assist French campaign in Africa against Islamists
Chinook helicopters have been offered to assist in the transport of French troops taking part on Operation Barkhane in Africa.
US Navy Admiral visits HMS Queen Elizabeth
Admiral Patrick Piercey was hosted on board HMS Queen Elizabeth by the Commander of the Royal Navy's Carrier Strike Group Commodore Andrew Betton.
F-35 represents the ‘most advanced fighter jet’ and the ‘best aircraft for the UK’...
Wing Commander Beck is one of the UK’s most experienced F-35 Lightning pilots, he has given his views on the jet.
Former armed forces minister warns cuts are damaging British reputation
Britain may soon 'no longer be taken seriously' by other global powers according to Sir Mike Penning.
Russian actions ‘send chill through Europe’ says US General
Russia 'is a threat to Europe and beyond', according to US Marine Corps General Joe Dunford at a NATO event in Brussels.
Reaper unmanned aircraft destroys Islamic State drone
A Royal Air Force Reaper unmanned aircraft has taken out an Islamic State drone operator and his drone on the ground.
HMS Duncan visits Malaga, Spain
HMS Duncan has arrived in Spain as part of efforts to strengthen the defence relationship between the UK and Spain, say the British embassy in Spain.
Fourth Astute class submarine Audacious completes first dive
The fourth Astute class submarine, Audacious, which is being built by BAE Systems for the Royal Navy, has completed her first ever dive.
First F-35 capable assault ship, USS Wasp, arrives in Japan
Wasp, which has undergone significant upgrades to be able to land and launch the F-35B, will replace USS Bonhomme Richard in the region.
Irish politician angry that RAF ‘had not informed Ireland’ that Typhoons intercepted Russian bombers...
Local media in Ireland is reporting that a politician was angry the UK 'had not informed Irish civil aviation authorities that they had unleashed their Typhoons' into air space near Ireland.
