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- Has the Privatization of National Security Gone Too Far? The Future of Military Contracting, November 14, 2008, 9:30-11:00am, New America Foundation
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Russian mercenaries in Mali have been accused of killing civilians
Photo: Russian mercenaries in Mali have been accused of killing civilians UA NEWS 25 June 2026 19:35 Malian soldiers and fighters from Russia’s “African Corps” have been accused of killing four… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Global Strategic Group
Global Strategic Group Not that anybody really notices, but this company has an interesting history. One of its cofounders was recent in the news for his involvement as founder/CEO of… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Posted in Africa, Companies, Intelligence, Israel
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Over 850 foreign mercenaries backing Sudan’s RSF, military sources say
Over 850 foreign mercenaries backing Sudan’s RSF, military sources say 5 April 2026 In Editor’s Picks, News, SAF RSF fighting An image from a video released by the Sudanese army on Aug. 3, 2025,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
JNIM Retaliatory Ambush Kills Malian Soldiers
JNIM Retaliatory Ambush Kills Malian Soldiers Russian Africa Corps fighters also among those killed following the execution of seven civilians By ADFApril 7, 20263 Mins Read JNIM terrorists killed nearly a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
From Wagner to Africa Corps: Touadéra finally submits to the new guard
Russian reversal From Wagner to Africa Corps: Touadéra finally submits to the new guard While his Sahel neighbours accepted the coming of the Russian-controlled Africa Corps to replace the Wagner group,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Russia’s Growing Security Footprint In Africa
Since 2018, Russian mercenaries have been providing security to the president and government officials in the Central African Republic. They’ve also been training government forces. Photo: Telegram/Russian Union Of International Security… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Expert Warns African Leaders Against Reliance On Russian Mercenaries
Expert Warns African Leaders Against Reliance On Russian Mercenaries Anayo Ezugwu April 11, 2026 Retired Kenyan, Colonel Seth Sheva, has delivered a scathing assessment of Russia’s Africa Corps, declaring that the… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
PMSC and drones
PMSC and drones by David Isenberg Prepare yourselves, I’m going long and deep on this one, so you might want to get your coffee before you start reading this. Some recent… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Posted in Africa, Companies, Contracts, David Isenberg, Drones, Russia
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US Sanctions Disrupt Elite Mercenary Pipelines Flowing Into Sudan
US Sanctions Disrupt Elite Mercenary Pipelines Flowing Into Sudan US sanctions target Colombian fighters in Sudan, attempting to disrupt the mercenary pipeline that fuels the ongoing, devastating civil conflict. Streamline Official.Verified… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Venezuela op highlights Cuba’s long history of exporting mercenaries
Opinion – Venezuela op highlights Cuba’s long history of exporting mercenaries Arturo McFields, opinion contributor Jan 14, 2026 The 32 Cuban mercenaries killed while protecting Nicolas Maduro are more than just a footnote… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
