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George Allison

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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

NATO warships flock to Scotland for Joint Warrior

American, Canadian and other allied warships have left their home-ports to take part in the Joint Warrior exercise off Scotland next month.

Defence Secretary welcomes joint UK-France force

The Combined UK and French Joint Expeditionary Force has moved from concept to reality with more than 5,000 personnel now deployable.

British destroyer leads world’s largest mine warfare exercise

HMS Defender, a Type 45 Destroyer, is leading half a dozen warships as the world's largest test of mine warfare force gets under way.

Drone hit British Airways aircraft approaching Heathrow Airport

An aircraft approaching Heathrow Airport has been hit a drone before it landed safely, the Metropolitan Police have said.

UK and Lebanon discuss tackling Islamic State

Michael Fallon has met with Lebanese Minister of Defence Samir Mokbel in London as Lebanon plays a role in the counter-Islamic State coalition.

Red Arrows to fly over London Pride Parade

Red Arrows to fly over Pride in London at this year’s parade in a show of support for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Ajax successfully completes early live firing test programme

The firing involved testing the main 40mm stabilised cannon and chain gun while Ajax was static.

Two Russian pilots killed in helicopter crash in Syria

Two Russian pilots have died in a helicopter crash over rebel territory in Syria it has been reported.

Investment boost for future home of the UK’s F-35’s

The MoD has announced contracts worth £167 million to upgrade and build new facilities at RAF Marham, the future home of the UK’s F-35 fleet.

Syrian jet downed near Aleppo

A combat aircraft belonging to the Syrian government was reportedly shot down on Tuesday by a surface to air missile.