By: Kaja Whitehouse
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Senior Editor, Military and Defense Section Editor
Ryan Pickrell is a Senior Editor and the Military and Defense Section Editor at Business Insider. He specializes in defense, war and conflict, and national security, with a focus on topics such as drone technology, great-power tensions, and military culture. Ryan's work has been featured in Yahoo News, Business Insider India, and 19FortyFive, among others.
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Ryan Pickrell's coverage heavily focuses on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with a particular emphasis on military developments and geopolitical implications. Given this focus, he would likely be most receptive to pitches from experts who can provide unique insights into the ongoing situation in Eastern Europe.
Sources with direct experience or access to insider information related to military strategies, defense technologies, and political dynamics within the region are likely to capture Ryan's attention. Additionally, individuals who have firsthand knowledge of cultural and societal aspects impacted by these conflicts may also find their perspectives valuable for his coverage.
Considering Ryan's extensive reporting on evolving stories and breaking news related to government & politics as well as world affairs, sources able to offer timely commentary or analysis on similar topics are more likely to engage him effectively.
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