Author Archives: David Isenberg

Sociology and the Privatization of Security

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Introduction: Sociology and the Privatization of Security Thomas Crosbie and Ori Swed Abstract This volume seeks to reconsider the sociology of security, paying particular attention to the changing ways in which… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Drawn by Saudi cash, Yemeni mercenaries are left high and dry

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Drawn by Saudi cash, Yemeni mercenaries are left high and dry Fighters are paid well to defend Saudi Arabia’s border, but the money stops the moment disaster strikes A Saudi soldier… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Psy Group sister company controlled by Russian billionaire

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Psy Group sister company controlled by Russian billionaire Scott Stedman Jun 25, 2018 By: Scott Stedman — — — — — — — — — — — — A month-long investigation into the corporate structure of the private intelligence company that… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Transnational Carceral Capitalism in Xinjiang and Beyond

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Transnational Carceral Capitalism in Xinjiang and Beyond Written on 12 February 2019. Posted in Online Only, Op-eds. Author: Gerald Roche On 22 January, the innocuously-named ‘Frontier Support Group’ (FSG) announced plans… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Erik Prince’s Belt and Road Map

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Episode 60 – Erik Prince

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Episode 60 – Erik Prince February 12, 2019 <br/> Erik Prince is one of the most controversial figures in the world of Veteran Business. The former CEO of Blackwater, a company… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Industry Talk: Russian PMSCs Evolve And Expand

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Industry Talk: Russian PMSCs Evolve And Expand Sewa Security Services personnel are seen during a graduation ceremony held at the Berengo base on 4 August. (Florent Vergnes/AFP/Getty Images) One of my… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Manus contractor purchases PNG’s main security firm

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Manus contractor purchases PNG’s main security firm 4:22 pm on 11 February 2019 A main security service provider for refugees detained on Manus Island has purchased Papua New Guinea’s largest security… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private Mossad for Hire

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Annals of Covert Action February 18 & 25, 2019 Issue Private Mossad for Hire Inside a plot to influence American elections, starting with one small-town race. By Adam Entous and Ronan… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Are Mercenaries Friends or Foes of African Governments and the UN?

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Are Mercenaries Friends or Foes of African Governments and the UN? February 7, 2019 by Arthur Boutellis Troops stand guard as Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peacekeeping Operations, arrives in Mali in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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