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    In Gaza, Trump Embraces Private Military Contractors

    Published on by David Isenberg

    In Gaza, Trump Embraces Private Military Contractors Trump’s first presidency showed that such contractors often come with a bad track record and hidden costs. Global Security US Military Commentary Words: Michael… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    Triple Canopy: A Deep Dive

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    Triple Canopy: A Deep Dive Julia Day June 30, 2023 1.0 Introduction Triple Canopy is a private military company (PMC) that provides security, training, and mission support services to various clients… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    Colombian Mercenaries In Sudan Show Internationalization Of Conflict

    Published on by David Isenberg

    Photo Credit: La Silla Vacía, via ADF Colombian Mercenaries In Sudan Show Internationalization Of Conflict  February 26, 2025  0 Comments By Africa Defense Forum A single road cuts through the Libyan desert from… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    “Armored Tesla” (was) forecast to win $400 million State Department contract after Trump’s election

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    Ryan Grim UPDATED: “Armored Tesla” (was) forecast to win $400 million State Department contract after Trump’s election Ryan Grim and Jack Poulson Feb 12, 2025 Elon Musk in front of the… 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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    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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    Private Military Companies Find a Role in Gaza’s Security Void

    Published on by David Isenberg

    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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    Coalition Promises Remote Kangaroo Island Beach Shack A Further $532m To Run Manus Island If Elected

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    14 Jan. 2025 Coalition Promises Remote Kangaroo Island Beach Shack A Further $532m To Run Manus Island If Elected ERROL PARKER | Editor-at-large | Contact The Coalition has announced plans to award a $532 million… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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    Serco’s ugly legacy in Australia’s immigration detention system

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    The company that’s long run Australia’s immigration detention network has lost its contract, but not before building one of the world’s ‘most extreme and secretive’ detention regimes. By Denham Sadler. Serco’s ugly… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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