fromwww.thelocal.ch3 years agoWhy do the Swiss guard the Vatican?The history of the Swiss Guards at the Vatican dates back to 1506 when Pope Julius II hired them, recognizing their discipline and military skills.Germany politics
Russo-Ukrainian WarfromWashington Post3 months agoThe Russian mercenaryWagner Group's military effectiveness in Africa is tempered by the harsh realities of conflict on the ground.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoRusso-Ukrainian WarHow can Africa reduce the influence of Russian mercenaries? DW 03/19/2025
Russo-Ukrainian WarfromWashington Post3 months agoThe Russian mercenaryWagner Group's military effectiveness in Africa is tempered by the harsh realities of conflict on the ground.
fromwww.dw.com2 months agoRusso-Ukrainian WarHow can Africa reduce the influence of Russian mercenaries? DW 03/19/2025
Russo-Ukrainian Warfromwww.theguardian.com2 months agoSupermarket guards, truck drivers and very big mistakes': the failed role of western mercenaries in the fall of GomaThe capture of Goma by M23 rebels signifies a historical defeat for Congolese forces and their reliance on foreign mercenaries.
US newsfromWashington Post9 months agoEx-cops staged fake raid to extort $37 million from businessman, prosecutors allegeA group of former law enforcement mercenaries was indicted for extorting $37 million from a victim under threat of violence.
