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Tag Archives: Ukraine
Tracing the Criminality of Russian Gray Zone Warfare
While designating Wagner successor groups as terrorist organizations enables broader prosecutorial powers, the organized crime label is more accurate to their manner of operating and the political context from which they developed. Therefore, the U.S. House should adopt the HARM Act 2.0 recognizing Wagner successor groups as terrorist elements but add nuance to prosecution and security postures by recognizing that these attacks are coordinated like organized crime. It should also go further and recognize these patterns and target responsible individuals at every level with sanctions and criminal charges when possible. Continue reading
Blackwater founder Erik Prince has joined Swarmer
Blackwater founder Erik Prince has joined Swarmer Guardian February 22, 2026 You must be logged in to view this content. Click here to subscribe
Foreign mercenaries fighting against Ukraine on behalf of Russia
Foreign mercenaries fighting against Ukraine on behalf of Russia –PR expert 14 July 2026 4:34 am WAT By sunnews A Ukrainian Public Relations Expert, Artem Kovalenko, has said that foreign mercenaries… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
After Ukraine: The peace dividend Africa does not want
After Ukraine: The peace dividend Africa does not want The end of the Ukraine war would flood the global market with surplus weapons, fighters and drone expertise—much of which may end… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Russian Fighters Could Pose Threat to Africa After Ukraine
Russian Fighters Could Pose Threat to Africa After Ukraine Weapons and mercenaries likely would pour into continent By ADFJuly 14, 20264 Mins Read The ever-evolving use of drones has been a… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Eight arguments in favor of private military companies that people are afraid to say out loud
09.07.26 19:39 5 545 Eight arguments in favor of private military companies that people are afraid to say out loud Author: Halyna Yanchenko In May, Ukrainians once again defeated an allied army during… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
“Turnkey” brigades. A military expert revealed what Ukraine could sell along with drones
“Turnkey” brigades. A military expert revealed what Ukraine could sell along with drones Badrak spoke to LIGA.net about defense exports and private military companies Artem Dzheripa News editor at LIGA.net June… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Mercenarism Reborn: Drone Operators, Coders, and the Post-Ukraine Market for Force
Mercenarism Reborn: Drone Operators, Coders, and the Post-Ukraine Market for Force Raphael Parens and Christopher M. Faulkner | 01.15.26 Ukraine has emerged as the world’s most intense proving ground for modern… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
Russia is spreading new fakes about “Ukrainian mercenaries” in Africa: what goals does the Kremlin pursue?
Russia is spreading new fakes about “Ukrainian mercenaries” in Africa: what goals does the Kremlin pursue? Stopfake 18:43, 11 july 2026 AI translation The Center for Countering Disinformation stated that Russian… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
From Drones to Data: Private Contractors and Cyber Mercenaries
From Drones to Data: Private Contractors and Cyber Mercenaries Dr Joana de Deus Pereira 19 September 2025 9 Minute Read Private military and security companies are recasting conflict as a marketplace.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading
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