Author Archives: David Isenberg

Erik Prince Smells Blood in Gaza—And He’s Ready to Cash In

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Brief Erik Prince Smells Blood in Gaza—And He’s Ready to Cash In February 6th, 2025 Robert Inlakesh Two private security firms registered in the U.S. have been contracted to oversee operations… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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US security contractors in Gaza: What we know so far

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US security contractors in Gaza: What we know so far Three private security firms are checking the vehicles of displaced Palestinians returning north during the Israel-Hamas ceasefire Robert Tollast February 10,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Gaza checkpoint contractor is shell company of ‘generational wealth management’ firm

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Gaza checkpoint contractor is shell company of ‘generational wealth management’ firm Jack Poulson·January 24, 2025 One of the two U.S.-based contractors set to operate a Gaza checkpoint, Safe Reach Solutions, is… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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American security contractors walking thin line in Gaza

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American security contractors walking thin line in Gaza Former private soldiers say this new way of war — unofficial boots on the ground — could go sideways, while giving governments political… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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‘Mercenaries’ From NATO State Caught Up in DR Congo Rebellion: Reports

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‘Mercenaries’ From NATO State Caught Up in DR Congo Rebellion: Reports Published Jan 29, 2025 at 1:37 PM EST More than 280 men, alleged to be “Romanian mercenaries” by the Rwanda Defense Force… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Gaza internal checkpoint to be staffed by US private armed contractors

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Gaza internal checkpoint to be staffed by US private armed contractors Deployment of special forces veterans is unprecedented and poses risk that Americans could be drawn into fighting Reuters Thu 30… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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When Private Armies Meet State Power

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When Private Armies Meet State Power by Isabella Neumann 05 Feb 2025 “Join a winning team” proclaims this Wagner Group recruiting billboard seen in St. Petersburg in June 2023. Photo: Anton Vaganov via… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private US Company Is Reportedly Hiring US Veterans to Run Gaza Checkpoint

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Private US Company Is Reportedly Hiring US Veterans to Run Gaza Checkpoint One of the three companies hired to run the checkpoint is seeking 96 green berets to search Palestinians’ vehicles.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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“No, really”: American PMCs in Gaza

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Podcast January 30, 2025 “No, really”: American PMCs in Gaza By Alia Brahimi In Season 2, Episode 9 of the Guns for Hire podcast, host Alia Brahimi chats with modern warfare expert Andreas… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Private Military Companies Find a Role in Gaza’s Security Void

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Members of a private security company pose on the rooftop of a house in Baghdad, Sept. 18, 2007. (PATRICK BAZ/AFP via Getty Images) Private Military Companies Find a Role in Gaza’s… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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