Jack Watling is Research Fellow for Land Warfare at RUSI. Jack has recently conducted studies of deterrence against Russia, force modernization, partner force capacity building, the future of fires, and Iranian strategic culture. His PhD examined the evolution of Britain’s policy responses to civil war in the early 20th century. Prior to joining RUSI, he worked in Iraq, Mali, Rwanda, Brunei, and further afield. Originally a journalist, he contributed to Reuters, The Atlantic, Foreign Policy, The Guardian, Jane’s Intelligence Review, Haaretz, and others. Jack was shortlisted for the European Press Prize Distinguished Writing Award in 2016, and won the Breakaway Award at the International Media Awards in 2017.