Daily Archives: October 1, 2026

US officials see closer ties with Trump ally Prince’s security firm in Haiti, military adviser says

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US officials see closer ties with Trump ally Prince’s security firm in Haiti, military adviser says Reuters 22.7.2026 A drone view shows makeshift tents and people camping on the roof at… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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New ICE contracts for Quebec-based security firm involved with ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

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New ICE contracts for Quebec-based security firm involved with ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ By Marieke Glorieux-Stryckman The Canadian Press Posted September 16, 2026 9:30 pm Updated September 17, 2026 1:46 pm 4 min read… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Privatised aid failed the people of Gaza. The world should learn not to repeat it

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Privatised aid failed the people of Gaza. The world should learn not to repeat it New research looking into the US government-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation shows when aid is handed over to corporations,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Humanitarian aid, private security, and the international law obligations on the occupying power: a commentary on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

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Humanitarian aid, private security, and the international law obligations on the occupying power: a commentary on the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation Shannon Bosch Journal of Conflict and Security Law, krag019, https://doi.org/10.1093/jcsl/krag019 Published:… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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What to know as trials over assassination of Haiti’s president resume in Miami

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By — David Fischer, Associated Press What to know as trials over assassination of Haiti’s president resume in Miami World Sep 28, 2026 2:21 PM EDT Five years after the assassination… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Soldiers and mercenaries killed at least 34 civilians in Mali, Amnesty report says

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Soldiers and mercenaries killed at least 34 civilians in Mali, Amnesty report says By Reuters September 29, 20265:21 AM EDTUpdated September 29, 2026 DAKAR, Sept 29 (Reuters) – At least 34… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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A captured Wagner Group member spoke about the Russians’ crimes against civilians in Mali

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A captured Wagner Group member spoke about the Russians’ crimes against civilians in Mali UA NEWS 30 September 2026 16:37 A Russian soldier captured by the Ukrainian Defense Forces spoke about… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report

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© AFP via Getty Images 29 September 2026 Also available in Français,العربية Mali: Damning evidence of war crimes by state armed forces and Wagner Group personnel – new report Killings of civilians… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Russian mercenaries blew off African prisoners’ legs to practice battlefield medicine, Wagner fighter says

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Russian mercenaries blew off African prisoners’ legs to practice battlefield medicine, Wagner fighter says A Russian mercenary captured by Ukraine describes alleged Wagner training sessions where prisoners were deliberately maimed and… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mutiny in Niger Reveals Flawed Security Strategy

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Mutiny in Niger Reveals Flawed Security Strategy Analysts say it shows a weak regional security structure, overreliance on Russian mercenaries and tensions within Niger’s armed forces By ADFSeptember 29, 20264 Mins… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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