Tag Archives: Mercenaries

The Frenchman Who Pioneered the Modern Mercenary Industry

Posted on November 9, 2021 by David Isenberg

The National Interest October 30, 2021 Topic: Mercenaries Region: Africa Blog Brand: The Reboot Tags: MercenariesPrivate Military ContractorsCongoBob DenardCold War The Frenchman Who Pioneered the Modern Mercenary Industry Before Blackwater there was Bob Denard. by… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Use of mercenaries in Middle East was ineffective and un-American

Posted on November 4, 2021 by David Isenberg

EDITORIAL: Use of mercenaries in Middle East was ineffective and un-American Monday, Sept. 20, 2021 | 2 a.m. The wars in Afghanistan and Iraq offered a long list of painful lessons for… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mali’s Junta Dismisses Warnings Not To Hire Russia’s Vagner ‘Mercenaries’

Posted on November 4, 2021 by David Isenberg

Mali’s Junta Dismisses Warnings Not To Hire Russia’s Vagner ‘Mercenaries’ September 19, 2021 18:48 GMT By RFE/RL The private Russian security firm Vagner has a presence in many African countries. (file… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Russian mercenaries leave trail of destruction in the Central African Republic

Posted on November 1, 2021 by David Isenberg

Russian mercenaries leave trail of destruction in the Central African Republic Neil Munshi  and Max Seddon, FT, 22/10/21 Mineral-rich country is ‘perfect laboratory’ for Wagner group as Kremlin extends influence in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Libya: UN lauds mercenary withdrawal plan on ‘path towards peace and democracy’

Posted on November 1, 2021 by David Isenberg

Libya: UN lauds mercenary withdrawal plan on ‘path towards peace and democracy’ UNMAS/Giovanni Diffidenti Civilians have paid the highest price during the conflict in Libya. 8 October 2021 Peace and Security… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Syrian mercenaries in Libya: Syrian fighters in Misratah and Tripoli express content to remain in Libya

Posted on November 1, 2021 by David Isenberg

Syrian mercenaries in Libya | Syrian fighters in Misratah and Tripoli express content to remain in Libya On Oct 15, 2021 Amid suspending the file of mercenaries in Syrian nationals in… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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FBI Investigation of Failed Mercenary Plot Delves Into Role of Erik Prince

Posted on November 1, 2021 by David Isenberg

Swain/The Intercept (FBI Headquarters) FBI Investigation of Failed Mercenary Plot Delves Into Role of Erik Prince Investigators are probing Prince’s involvement in the attempted sale of Jordanian military equipment as part… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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MAGA, the CIA, and Silvercorp: The Bizarre Backstory of the World’s Most Disastrous Coup

Posted on October 28, 2021 by David Isenberg

Political maven and Latin-American election consultant J.J. Rendón speaks with VICE News correspondent Ben Makuch about his role in what would become the coup attempt in Venezuela called “Operation Gideon.” MAGA, the CIA,… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Ex-soldiers offered mercenaries $10,000 a week to join a private army that would fight in Yemen’s civil war, prosecutors says

Posted on October 26, 2021 by David Isenberg

Ex-soldiers offered mercenaries $10,000 a week to join a private army that would fight in Yemen’s civil war, prosecutors says Joshua Zitser Oct 24, 2021, 4:42 AM A fighter with forces… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Mercenaries in Libya | Turkish-backed factions exploit, abuse and humiliate Syrian fighters

Posted on October 26, 2021 by David Isenberg

Mercenaries in Libya | Turkish-backed factions exploit, abuse and humiliate Syrian fighters On Oct 17, 2021 With the beginning of Turkish forces’ involvement in the Libyan conflict, the Turkish intelligence recruited… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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