Daily Archives: March 18, 2018

Russian Mercenaries: Vagner Commanders Describe Life Inside The ‘Meat Grinder’

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

Russian Mercenaries: Vagner Commanders Describe Life Inside The ‘Meat Grinder’ The Russian mercenaries fighting in Syria say they are not in the country for the money or to help Syrian President… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Leave No One Behind: An American Gets Snared in the Balkan Knot

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

 E-Notes Leave No One Behind: An American Gets Snared in the Balkan Knot John R. Haines March 6, 2018 John R. Haines is the co-chair of the Eurasia Program at FPRI… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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From North Dakota to Puerto Rico, Controversial Security Firm Profits From Oil Protests and Climate Disasters

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

From North Dakota to Puerto Rico, Controversial Security Firm Profits From Oil Protests and Climate Disasters Alleen Brown Mar. 12 Oil and Water Part 12 TigerSwan, the mercenary security firm that… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Canada is using private intelligence contractors for its special forces

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

Canada is using private intelligence contractors for its special forces By Ben Makuch Mar 1, 2018 Private intelligence contracts between the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) — the most elite… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Why aspiring National leader Mark Mitchell’s war-for-profit past matters

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

February 21, 2018 Mark Mitchell announcing his candidacy for the leadership of the National Party. Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images Why aspiring National leader Mark Mitchell’s war-for-profit past matters Daniel Couch… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Australian Art Museum Drops Security Firm Accused of Abuse at Detention Centers

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

 Australian Art Museum Drops Security Firm Accused of Abuse at Detention Centers The National Gallery of Victoria will no longer work with Wilson Security, though it claims recent protests and petitions… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Former Navy intelligence chief took lavish meals and gifts from ‘Fat Leonard’ but is cleared of consorting with prostitutes

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

Former Navy intelligence chief took lavish meals and gifts from ‘Fat Leonard’ but is cleared of consorting with prostitutes By Craig Whitlock March 12 Email the author An undated photo of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Special Forces Are Outsourcing Even Intelligence Services

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

Special Forces Are Outsourcing Even Intelligence Services This post is also available in: עברית (Hebrew) Special forces around the world are interested in ISR capabilities, which is often associated with on-the-ground… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Fat Leonard’s Crimes on the High Seas

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

Fat Leonard’s Crimes on the High Seas Sean McCabe for Rolling Stone By Jesse Hyde March 11, 2018 The rise and fall of the defense contractor who bought off Navy brass… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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U.S. troops who repelled Russian mercenaries prepare for more attacks

Posted on March 18, 2018 by David Isenberg

U.S. troops who repelled Russian mercenaries prepare for more attacks by Richard Engel and Kennett Werner DEIR EZ-ZOR, Syria — Standing on a windswept mound, Brig. Gen. Jonathan Braga pointed to… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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