Role of US private military contractors expanding sharply in Ukraine

FBI case of radical Black activists accused of working for Moscow divides US security services 

US members of an alleged spy ring are charged with spreading pro-Moscow propaganda, taking money to organise protests to defend Russia, and even running for public office while being controlled and financed by the FSB.

Despite heavy casualties, private military and security contractors still operating in Ukraine 

The Mozart Group imploded, but other private firms are recruiting - and there's plenty of demand for jobs. Companies from the UK, Israel, Estonia, Germany and Albania have been recently active in Ukraine.

Belarusian dissidence forms armed unit under Ukrainian patronage 

A section of the opposition to Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko's regime is working with Ukraine's military command to establish a "second international legion". The predominantly Belarusian unit is meant to first fight in Ukraine and later prepare to march on Minsk.

Mozart Group's internal strife tarnishes reputation of American volunteers in Ukraine 

No ITAR licence, murky legal status and finances...The two key officials at this US paramilitary organisation are making open accusations against each other left and right.

Private military contractors thrust into heart of Ukraine conflict information war 

Reeling from a dispute raging between its leaders, Russian information campaigns and blows to its reputation, Mozart Group's current predicament illustrates the delicate position in which such private security contractors operating on both sides of the conflict find themselves in.

US volunteers in Ukraine: Mozart Group's marines go to battle against each other 

Breaking news published on 12/01/23 at 2.37pm: The Mozart Group, an organisation of ex-US military personnel operating in Ukraine to help in its fight against Russia, is unravelling behind the scenes. Founder Andy Milburn accuses his former CFO of secretive activities and has condemned what he considers a hostile takeover.

Garda's alleged methods to land State Department security contract in Iraq challenged in court by SOC LLC 

SOC has accused two former executives of supplying confidential company information to help rival Garda win strategic contracts to protect US diplomatic facilities in Iraq earlier this year.

Moscow plans to hold Donbass with conscripts and prisoners 

To make up for the extreme rawness of its recently mobilised recruits, Russia's military command has set up temporary training facilities near the front line and has taken steps to stem a growing tide of desertions.

Kremlin retakes control of the patriotic 'black' PR networks 

Faced with economic and military difficulties, the Russian presidential administration is looking to tighten up its control over the information sphere. The effects have already been felt by media groups controlled by the powerful factions headed by the country's elite.

Alaco investigator retained to assist plaintiff seeking damages for alleged sexual assault by fleeing Jordanian diplomat 

Commissioned by an alleged victim of a Jordanian diplomat, the investigations firm succeeded in finding contact information from the defendant, who had proved difficult to track down.

Gallant Knights ready to supply Kyiv with special forces training 

A deal is near between private security firm Gallant Knights and Kyiv, through its ministry of digital transformation. It includes possible multi-year training in commando techniques.

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US veterans shape support role through Ukrainian Freedom Fund 

This Ukrainian fund created in 2014 has become a veritable support hub for Kyiv, where the delivery of light military equipment donations are coordinated and retired US Marines offer paramilitary training to Ukrainian soldiers.