All articles tagged with #mercenaries
Malian troops and Russian mercenaries withdrew from the northern city of Kidal after rebel attacks, with fighters from the Front of Azawad Liberation reported in the area, signaling a renewed security challenge in northern Mali.
A fan datamine reportedly uncovers new Resident Evil Requiem music, fueling speculation that a Mercenaries mode and a May minigame/update are in the works. Capcom teased a future update, and the discovered tracks—especially a ticking motif—have fans guessing about a Mercenaries return; official details are not confirmed. Resident Evil Requiem is on Nintendo Switch 2 with planned expansion DLC.
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa thanked Vladimir Putin after the SA government helped secure the return of 17 South Africans who allegedly joined mercenary forces in the Russia-Ukraine war; four have returned, 11 more are on their way home and two remain to be processed or are in transit; Ramaphosa spoke to Putin on February 10 and said the gesture would facilitate their repatriation, with SA’s embassy in Moscow continuing to monitor the one person still in hospital as recruitment investigations proceed; it is illegal in South Africa to fight as a mercenary without government authorization.
Resident Evil Village Gold Edition on Switch 2 bundles all DLC, adds first/third-person options, and delivers varied environments and tense moments, but handheld performance stutters dampen the experience, making it a solid yet imperfect port.
Bloomberg reports Moscow is increasingly relying on foreign fighters—including mercenaries and thousands of North Korean troops—to replenish its ranks after rising battlefield losses in Ukraine. Western officials say casualty ratios have worsened, and total Russian combat losses since February 2022 are cited as about 1.25 million.
CNN’s investigation documents how African job seekers were lured with promises of civilian work, high salaries, and citizenship by Russian recruiters for Ukraine, only to be coerced into frontline military service, given minimal training, and faced with passport confiscation and unpaid pay; several have died or been injured, while others seek to return home as governments acknowledge the problem and contracts reveal long-term obligations and restricted post-service freedoms.
Michigan coach Dusty May says the Wolverines' transfer-driven roster refresh is about culture and fit, not simply paying players, pairing top portal talent with returning contributors and embracing player movement as part of modern college basketball.
A Guardian investigation reveals UK-linked companies, notably Zeuz Global registered in London, have facilitated the recruitment of Colombian mercenaries to fight with Sudan's paramilitary RSF, accused of war crimes and genocide, raising concerns over UK company oversight and international conflict involvement.
Videos suggest that around 20,000 Cuban nationals have been recruited by Russia to fight in Ukraine as mercenaries, with many living in poverty and lured by promises of higher pay, although the Cuban government denies involvement.
During WWII, American pilots and support personnel known as the Flying Tigers fought for China against Japan, becoming heroes and symbols of US-China cooperation, with their legacy still revered in China today, exemplified by their invitation to a WWII military parade in Beijing.
Sudanese forces destroyed an Emirati aircraft at Nyala airport in Darfur, killing 40 mercenaries, amid ongoing conflict involving the Sudanese army and RSF, with allegations of UAE support for mercenaries and military equipment, and reports of Colombian fighters fighting for the RSF.
Ukrainian President Zelensky reported that Russian forces in northeastern Ukraine include foreign mercenaries from countries such as China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, and several African nations, prompting Ukraine to prepare a response. The presence of foreign fighters is part of Russia's broader recruitment efforts, with reports indicating thousands of foreign nationals participating in the conflict on both sides. Zelensky emphasized the importance of drone technology and troop recruitment in ongoing battles near the Russian border.
Ukrainian President Zelenskiy claimed that foreign mercenaries from countries including China, Pakistan, and Africa are fighting for Russia in northeastern Ukraine and vowed to respond to their involvement.
The article argues that American private military contractors like UG Solutions operating in Gaza are effectively mercenaries, engaging in combat-like activities for personal gain and working for foreign entities, raising concerns about the ethical and legal implications of their involvement in conflict zones.
New footage reveals US mercenaries associated with UG Solutions firing warning shots at Gaza aid seekers, contradicting their claims of non-violence, and highlights the chaotic and unprofessional nature of their operations amid ongoing violence and international involvement.