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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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Category Archives: UAE
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 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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Worst kept open secret’: HRW urges action on UAE-RSF Sudan ties
Worst kept open secret’: HRW urges action on UAE-RSF Sudan ties May 26, 2026 | New Arab, The (UK) Human Rights Watch is calling on the United Kingdom and other Western… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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British-Backed UAE Trains Mercenaries to Help Militia ‘Committing Genocide’
British-Backed UAE Trains Mercenaries to Help Militia ‘Committing Genocide’ A UK-based firm is also accused of recruiting fighters for Sudan’s RSF. by Tom Midlane 29 May 2026 Umit Bektas/Reuters The British-backed United… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan’s war
UAE accused of training Colombian mercenaries for Sudan’s war by: SAMY MAGDY, Associated Press Posted: May 25, 2026 / 08:28 PM MDT Updated: May 25, 2026 / 08:35 PM MDT CAIRO… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Sudan: How phone-tracking report exposes foreign support network for RSF
Sudan: How phone-tracking report exposes foreign support network for RSF By Joshua Odeyemi Mon, 4 May 2026 3:07:25 WAT Fresh allegations of foreign backing for Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, RSF, have… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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The UAE-Backed Colombian mercenary network behind Sudan’s El Fasher atrocities
The UAE-Backed Colombian mercenary network behind Sudan’s El Fasher atrocities Ayin Network 1 week ago 504 23 April 2026 An investigation by the Conflict Intelligence Group (CIG) has revealed the extensive… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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UAE mercenaries in Yemen appeal to Israel for support
Publish date Tuesday 30 December 2025 UAE mercenaries in Yemen appeal to Israel for support The separatist “Southern Transitional Council” of Yemen, which operates under the full support of the United… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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Colombian Mercenaries In Sudan Show Internationalization Of Conflict
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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Destination Dubai: As the U.S. Was Rebuilding Afghanistan, Contractors Snapped up Properties in the UAE
Destination Dubai: As the U.S. Was Rebuilding Afghanistan, Contractors Snapped up Properties in the UAE Credit: James O’Brien/OCCRP by Jessica Purkiss (Lighthouse Reports), Fahim Abed (Lighthouse Reports), Kevin G. Hall… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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