Author Archives: David Isenberg

Russia’s Mercenary-Industrial Complex in Africa

Posted on June 11, 2024 by David Isenberg

Russia’s Mercenary-Industrial Complex in Africa Christopher Faulkner and Raphael Parens June 6, 2024 Commentary Attara, Dakka Sebbe, Nienanpela, Dioura, and Ouro Fer — these five Malian towns saw elders murdered, civilians… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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A combat controller earned a secret Air Force Cross for battle with Russian mercenaries

Posted on June 9, 2024 by David Isenberg

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Battling Bureaucracy After Burn Pits: Why Are Civilian Contractors Left Behind?

Posted on June 6, 2024 by David Isenberg

America is disconnected from veterans and military families. Be part of the solution. Master Sgt. Darryl Sterling tosses scrapped items into a burn pit at Joint Base Balad, Iraq, in 2008.… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Downfall. Prigozhin, Putin, and the new fight for the future of Russia

Posted on June 6, 2024 by David Isenberg

Downfall. Prigozhin, Putin, and the new fight for the future of Russia Out in the UK on 13 June, available now for pre-orders, my and Anna Arutunyan’s book about the rise and… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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How the Real NCIS Let the Navy Down

Posted on June 1, 2024 by David Isenberg

How the Real NCIS Let the Navy Down Craig Whitlock’s new book on the Fat Leonard case exposes how the Navy’s counterintelligence service was subverted by corrrupted US Navy officers Jeff… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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After Pegasus Was Blacklisted, Its CEO Swore Off Spyware. Now He’s the King of Israeli AI.

Posted on June 1, 2024 by David Isenberg

After Pegasus Was Blacklisted, Its CEO Swore Off Spyware. Now He’s the King of Israeli AI. Shalev Hulio is remaking his image but is still involved in a web of cybersecurity… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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‘Let’s find out if they’re spies’ Pegasus spyware was used to target seven more journalists and activists in the E.U. 

Posted on May 31, 2024 by David Isenberg

‘Let’s find out if they’re spies’ Pegasus spyware was used to target seven more journalists and activists in the E.U.  5:07 pm, May 30, 2024 Source: Meduza In September 2023, Meduza… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Off Leash: Inside the Secret, Global, Far-Right Group Chat

Posted on May 30, 2024 by David Isenberg

Ken Silverstein/ May 30, 2024 LISTENING IN Off Leash: Inside the Secret, Global, Far-Right Group Chat Military contractor Erik Prince started a private WhatsApp group for his close associates that includes… You must be logged in to view this content. … Continue reading →

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Privatized Barracks Would Get Deeper Look Under House’s Draft Defense Bill

Posted on May 21, 2024 by David Isenberg

Privatized Barracks Would Get Deeper Look Under House’s Draft Defense Bill Bill McGovern, Fort Stewart Directorate of Public Works operations and maintenance and lead mold remediation specialist, shows where a barrack… 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

Posted on May 17, 2024 by David Isenberg

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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