
ABOUT
THE RED LINE
THE TEAM
MICHAEL HILLIARD

Host
Michael Hilliard is a conflict journalist and analyst specializing in the geopolitical and security affairs of Russia, Europe, and the former Soviet republics. He has spent over a decade reporting from some of the world's most volatile conflict zones and has been recognized with various awards for his journalism and analytical work. Michael's extensive experience as a war correspondent and defence policy writer has given him a unique perspective on geopolitical defence and security issues. He currently serves and advises members of multiple governments on Eurasian and European defence policy.
GENEVIEVE DOLLELLON-MAY

Asia-Pacific Desk
Genevieve Donnellon-May is a geopolitical and global strategy advisor interested in regional resource conflict and environmental governance in Asia. Currently, she is the Asia-Pacific analyst at The Red Line and a researcher at the Oxford Global Society as well as one of the 2023 CSIS Pacific Young Leaders'. Genevieve holds an MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management from the University of Oxford, and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) and a Diploma of Languages
from the University of Melbourne. She has held positions as the 2022 Young Australians in International Affairs Climate Fellow as well as at the Institute of Water Policy, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore, andthe Asan Institute for Policy Studies, South Korea.
NATE OSTILLER

Frm Soviet Desk
Nate is a recent graduate of the University of Glasgow, where he received a master’s degree in Russian/Eurasian studies. After living in Kyiv for two years, Nate relocated to Tbilisi, Georgia, following the outbreak of war in 2022. He focuses mainly on memory politics, digital disinformation, and the historical and ethnolinguistic dynamics of current conflicts in the post-Soviet world.
AHMAD AL AHMAD

Middle East Desk
A product of the International Relations program at the University of Exeter, Jemima concentrates primarily on Russian and Eastern European politics. With her keen insight into the intricate power dynamics of the area, she has dedicated her academic pursuits to unraveling the complexities of the region's geopolitics. Jemima's perspective on these matters, rooted in rigorous academic study, offers a fresh take on the ever-evolving political landscape of Eastern Europe and Russia.
JEMIMA PENTREATH

Political Researcher
A product of the International Relations program at the University of Exeter, Jemima concentrates primarily on Russian and Eastern European politics. With her keen insight into the intricate power dynamics of the area, she has dedicated her academic pursuits to unraveling the complexities of the region's geopolitics. Jemima's perspective on these matters, rooted in rigorous academic study, offers a fresh take on the ever-evolving political landscape of Eastern Europe and Russia.

WADE McCAGH
Producer and Editor-in-Chief
Wade is a communications expert currently completing a Masters of Cybersecurity, Strategy and Diplomacy at UNSW Canberra. He has previously served in leadership positions at several international relations organisations, including the Australian Institute of International Affairs, and is the former Editor-in-Chief of Pelican Magazine.

FRANCIS LEACH
Head of Breaking News
Francis Leach is a broadcaster, journalist and political strategist who began his broadcasting career with the ABC and Triple J. After working in news and analysis for years, Francis then flipped the script again, taking on several roles in the organised labour movement, and becoming a senior advisor to a member of the Federal Senate in the parliament of Australia.

DANIELA ŽUVELA
Senior Researcher and Event Coordinator
Daniela is a freelance researcher, writer and Master’s student in International Affairs. She specialises in Eurasian politics and major power intentions in the region and has been published by the research institute Future Directions International.

SEAN COTTER-LEM
Europe Desk
Sean is researcher & analyst serving as the lead correspondent of the Europe Desk. Currently a student of Political Science & International Relations at the University of Amsterdam, his areas of interest include the evolving transatlantic relationship as well as the interplay between democracy and conflict resolution.

NIK MCNALLY
Americas Desk
Nik is a UK-based politics writer, screenwriter, and Linguistics graduate from the University of Manchester. le. Prior to joining The Red Line, Nik was the Newsletter Editor for Embrace Dialogue, a transnational organisation monitoring the Colombian peace process and advocating for the implementation of pro-peace policies in Colombia. Conflict, corruption, and security in the Americas are Nik's main focus areas.

RAHUL DEVANARAYANAN
OSINT Analyst
With nearly 6 years developing cutting-edge analytics infrastructure at firms like TikTok, Microsoft, and ExxonMobil, Rahul brings the ability to automate large-scale data collection and analysis to the world of OSINT. His experience in everything from AI to E-Sports makes Rahul one of the space's most forward-thinking analysts

SCOTT MISTLER - FERGUSON
Organised Crime Desk
Scott is a renowned writer and researcher specializing in organized crime, corruption and geopolitics, having written and provided analysis for a number of prestigious organisations. He consistently pursues emerging stories in some of the world's lesser-known places. Scott is also currently completing a Masters degree at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies, focusing primarily on Latin American politics and armed groups.
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JONAH GUNN
Production Assistant
Jonah is a recent graduate from Monash University, majoring in International Relations and History. He focuses on development and regional multilateralism in South Asia and the Middle East.

MARK SPENCER
Researcher
Mark Spencer is the co-founder and publisher of the Climactic Collective, a network of shows engaging with the climate crisis. He has wide experience producing, promoting and managing shows.

THOMAS MUTCH
Writer and Researcher
Thomas Mutch is an independent journalist focusing on crime, crisis and conflict. He has worked all over the world from Venezuela to Lebanon, and written for publications such as The Telegraph, The Independent and Der Spiegel.