Author Archives: David Isenberg

America is Abandoning Afghan Translators to the Taliban

Published on by David Isenberg

/RT Afghanistan 9 min read America is Abandoning Afghan Translators to the Taliban Hundreds, if not thousands, of combat interpreters and contractors will be left defenseless once the U.S. withdraws from… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan | Tagged | Leave a comment

Australian government slammed for ‘shameful’ exclusion of Afghan contractors from visa program

Published on by David Isenberg

Australia Australian government slammed for ‘shameful’ exclusion of Afghan contractors from visa program Salim*, pictured here in 2012, worked as a contractor on an Australian aid project Source: Supplied The federal… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Afghanistan, Australia | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Russian Mercenaries Are Driving War Crimes in Africa, U.N. Says

Published on by David Isenberg

Russian Mercenaries Are Driving War Crimes in Africa, U.N. Says An investigative report says that Russian operatives in the Central African Republic who had been billed as unarmed advisers are actually… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Mercenaries, Russia, United Nations | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

UN Envoy Accuses Russian Mercenaries Of Human Rights Abuses In C.A.R.

Published on by David Isenberg

UN Envoy Accuses Russian Mercenaries Of Human Rights Abuses In C.A.R. June 23, 2021 19:52 GMT By RFE/RL A Russian armored personnel carrier is seen during the delivery of armored vehicles… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Russia, United Nations | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

How One Frenchman Created the Modern Mercenary Industry

Published on by David Isenberg

June 21, 2021 Topic: Security Region: Africa Blog Brand: The Reboot Tags: MilitaryAfricaCongoHistory How One Frenchman Created the Modern Mercenary Industry Bob Denard helped breed an entire generation of mercenaries. by David AxeFollow @daxe on Twitter… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Mercenaries | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Why are Russian mercenaries in the CAR?

Published on by David Isenberg

Listen now Why are Russian mercenaries in the CAR? 22 June 2021 Available now 16 minutes Africa Daily What is Russia’s game plan in the Central African Republic? A private military… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Mercenaries, Russia | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Russian mercenaries accused of rights abuses, hindering peacekeepers in CAR

Published on by David Isenberg

Russian mercenaries accused of rights abuses, hindering peacekeepers in CAR Issued on: 24/06/2021 – 17:03 UN peacekeepers have been in the restive Central African Republic since 2014. MARCO LONGARI / AFP… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Russia | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Ukrainian president admits special op to detain Wagner mercenaries existed, tells Ukraine was “drawn in” by other countries

Published on by David Isenberg

Ukrainian president admits special op to detain Wagner mercenaries existed, tells Ukraine was “drawn in” by other countries President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the interview where he admitted to busting the special… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Russia, Ukraine | Tagged , | Leave a comment

West and Russia clash over Russian mercenaries in CAR

Published on by David Isenberg

West and Russia clash over Russian mercenaries in CAR By EDITH M. LEDERERJune 23, 2021 UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States, Britain and France accused Russian mercenaries on Wednesday of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Africa, Russia | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Zelensky rejects involvement of Ukraine’s special services in preparation of Wagner Group detention operation

Published on by David Isenberg

Zelensky rejects involvement of Ukraine’s special services in preparation of Wagner Group detention operation Source : 112 Ukraine According to Zelensky, the last time when he spoke with Alexander Lukashenko they… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

Posted in Russia, Ukraine | Tagged , | Leave a comment