Author Archives: David Isenberg

Profiteers, Vultures, and the Defeat of the U.N. Embargo on Libya

Profiteers, Vultures, and the Defeat of the U.N. Embargo on Libya Peter Kirechu January 12, 2021 Commentary There is a U.N. embargo prohibiting arms shipments to Libya, but it is an… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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United Nations used sanctioned Syrian airliner to transport aid to Libya

United Nations used sanctioned Syrian airliner to transport aid to Libya Cham Wings accused of ferrying mercenaries and aiding Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, but the UN tells MEE ‘the options for air… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Russia spoke about the possible replacement of the military with US mercenaries in Afghanistan

Russia spoke about the possible replacement of the military with US mercenaries in Afghanistan by admin January 12, 2021 Zamir Kabulov, the Russian president’s special envoy for Afghanistan, spoke about the… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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The Anti-Mercenary Norm and United Nations’ Use of Private Military and Security Companies: From Norm Entrepreneurship to Organized Hypocrisy

Research Article The Anti-Mercenary Norm and United Nations’ Use of Private Military and Security Companies: From Norm Entrepreneurship to Organized Hypocrisy Oldrich Bures & Eugenio Cusumano Published online: 11 Jan 2021… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Mozambique: How Total plans to protects its $15bn major gas project

Mozambique: How Total plans to protects its $15bn major gas project By Christophe Le Bec Posted on Thursday, 7 January 2021 10:21 LNG construction site in Mozambique © Saipem Despite the… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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The rise of cyber-mercenaries poses a growing threat for both governments and companies

The rise of cyber-mercenaries poses a growing threat for both governments and companies Powerful spy tools are increasingly being bought and sold to the highest bidder, opening up a dangerous new… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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With the suspension of mercenaries’ return from Libya two months ago | SOHR reveals new information on mercenaries’ salaries issue and financial fraud

With the suspension of mercenaries’ return from Libya two months ago | SOHR reveals new information on mercenaries’ salaries issue and financial fraud On Jan 9, 2021 The Syrian Observatory for… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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The Pendulum: How Russia Sways Its Way to More Influence in Libya

The Pendulum: How Russia Sways Its Way to More Influence in Libya Jalel Harchaoui January 7, 2021 Commentary Russia has been doing well in Libya — and it likes the fact… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Again, “Iraqi lives don’t matter”!

Again, “Iraqi lives don’t matter”! Farah A Maraqa A conclusion after Trump’s clemency for Blackwater contractors convicted of committing Al Nisour manslaughter: local and international American condemnation Photo by Scandinavian Backlash… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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Defense Department Office Works to Prevent ‘Trafficking in Persons’

Defense Department Office Works to Prevent ‘Trafficking in Persons’ Jan. 8, 2021 | BY DoD News A little known Defense Department office is working to ensure the fair treatment of workers… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading

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