Jack Watling

In a dynamic panel, Christopher Miller, Chief Ukraine Correspondent at the Financial Times, shares insights on Ukraine's military strategy and the urgent need for robust security guarantees. Dr. Jack Watling, a senior research fellow at RUSI, discusses European defense production challenges. Orysia Lutsevych, Head of the Ukraine Forum at Chatham House, emphasizes the importance of targeting Kremlin stability and civic activism in Ukraine. The discussion covers the push for collective pressure on Russia and the complexities of navigating a potential ceasefire.

Dr Jack Watling, a land warfare analyst and author who wrote The Arms of the Future, shares frontline observations from Ukraine. He discusses the shift from mechanised to informatised warfare. He explores pervasive ISR, AI’s role in filtering sensor data, contested ship-to-shore risks, and how logistics and fires must adapt in high-threat environments.

Jack Watling, senior research fellow at RUSI who studies land warfare and Russian operations. He discusses what makes rigorous military analysis, the value of field research versus aggregate data, risks of overreading combat videos, how tech clusters are reshaping combat, limits of robotics and human-machine teams, and why ground forces and urban terrain still matter.

Dr. Jack Watling, a Senior Research Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute, shares his insights on the ongoing conflict. He analyzes how Ukraine is adapting its battlefield tactics amidst a manpower challenge. Watling highlights the strategic significance of Pokrovsk and discusses Russia's operational issues despite their aims. He also raises concerns about the European dependence on US military supplies and explores methods to counter Russia's shadow fleet. Lastly, he cautions against the threat of drone attacks on civilians.

Dr. Jack Watling, a senior research fellow at RUCI specializing in land warfare, sheds light on the intricate strategy of attrition in modern conflicts. He dives into historical perspectives, linking battles from the 19th Century to current situations like Ukraine. The discussion highlights the human element in leadership, where treating soldiers as individuals is vital. Watling also underscores the significance of battlefield geometry and the delicate balance commanders must strike between executing goals and managing personnel safety.