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- Here and There with Dave Marash, February 3, 2015
- Sep. 2, 2014 Al Jazeera English segment on Blackwater trial - Comment by David Isenberg
- Jan 2, 2010, Al Jazzeera (English), re Judge Urbina’s dismissal of charges against Blackwater contractors
- June 28, 2010. heard in “Controversy over CIA Blackwater contract,” The World
- August 17, 2010, on C-Span III, speaks on private military contracting
- Examining the role of the military contractor
- Has the Privatization of National Security Gone Too Far? The Future of Military Contracting, November 14, 2008, 9:30-11:00am, New America Foundation
- David Isenberg on PressTV - US contractor with poor ratings hired again
- Outsourcing War and Peace – Video
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Author Archives: David Isenberg
The rise of private military contractors in Africa
The rise of private military contractors in Africa Solly Rakgomo | Monday June 1, 2026 06:00 This article explores the role of mercenaries and private military contractors (PMCs) in contemporary African… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
UAE denies role in Sudan genocide as Colombian mercenary scandal grows
the explainer UAE denies role in Sudan genocide as Colombian mercenary scandal grows Investigations into a group of foreign fighters have reopened allegations that the United Arab Emirates is exploiting Sudan’s… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
The Trap of “Soft Power”: How the Russian Federation Recruits Foreigners from African Countries for the War Against Ukraine
Publications 01.06.2026 16:20 The Trap of “Soft Power”: How the Russian Federation Recruits Foreigners from African Countries for the War Against Ukraine Africa mercenaries russian army вербування From sports competitions, educational… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
The secret route of colombian fighters joining the RSF
EnglishInvestigative Reports The secret route of colombian fighters joining the RSF Ayin Network 5 days ago 431 2 June 2026 More evidence from multiple sources strengthens claims that the United… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Guns for Hire, States in Ruin: An International Regulatory Framework to Combat the Exploitation of Weak States by Private Military Companie
Guns for Hire, States in Ruin: An International Regulatory Framework to Combat the Exploitation of Weak States by Private Military Companies You must be logged in to view this content. Click here to subscribe
‘I’ve made such a terrible mistake!’ Colombian mercenary tells family who thought he died in Ukraine conflict (VIDEO)
‘I’ve made such a terrible mistake!’ Colombian mercenary tells family who thought he died in Ukraine conflict (VIDEO) RT.com 3rd June 2026, 04:41 GMT+11 William Andres Gallego Orozco was taken prisoner… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Unmanned Threats, Untapped Billions: Writing the Rulebook for the Next Massive Security Market
Unmanned Threats, Untapped Billions: Writing the Rulebook for the Next Massive Security Market By Doug Brooks visibility 3 Pages 2026, LinkedIn Middle East Studies, Regulation And Governance, Risk Management, Insurance, UAV… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Ukrainian police gather evidence against hundreds of foreign fighters serving Russia—one was caught trying to slip into the US from Mexico
Ukrainian police gather evidence against hundreds of foreign fighters serving Russia—one was caught trying to slip into the US from Mexico National investigators presented the findings to FBI counterparts on 4… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Military Watch Says Foreign Mercenaries Were Eliminated in Zaporozhye Region
Military Watch Says Foreign Mercenaries Were Eliminated in Zaporozhye Region © North Atlantic Treaty Organization / www.nato.int John Baker, Editor 00:01 05-06-2026 Military Watch Magazine reports German and British mercenaries were… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
From Eelam War Heroes to Disposable Mercenaries: Sri Lankan Combatants Fighting in the Ukrainian War
From Eelam War Heroes to Disposable Mercenaries: Sri Lankan Combatants Fighting in the Ukrainian War 04 Jun 2026 – 449 The onset of the Ukrainian war in 2014 created… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading