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babylonsister

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6. I bet there are a lot of proud boys in their ranks,
Wed Jan 7, 2026, 02:26 PM
Jan 7

and I always think of that mercenary in Iraq who I bet has a finger in these pies.

Erik Prince, founder of the controversial private military company Blackwater
(now Constellis), remains a prominent figure in the private security industry, leveraging his network and experience to propose and implement private armies and security solutions globally, recently focusing on Haiti to fight gangs, while also pitching plans for Ukraine, Mozambique, and even for U.S. immigration enforcement, often sparking debate over accountability and the privatization of warfare and security. He continues to operate through various ventures, seeking contracts in crisis zones, but faces scrutiny due to Blackwater's history, including the Nisour Square massacre and alleged arms trafficking.


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