CONGO — The September 17 ambush of a contractor team in South Kivu exposed a private security operation that had largely remained outside public view. The team was working within an operation linked to Erik Prince and Vectus Global when it came under attack while traveling between locations. About 20 people were killed or wounded, […]
Former UFC fighter and retired U.S. Army Green Beret Tim Kennedy survived an ambush in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after suffering three gunshot wounds to the leg, according to new reporting from Reuters. Kennedy is reportedly receiving treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center outside Washington. Credible reporting does not support social-media claims […]
Erik Prince and Swarmer are moving beyond a boardroom relationship and toward an integrated air-defense business. The proposed Vectus program could create a new market for counter-UAS operators, technicians, maintainers and support personnel—but it is not yet a contract award or hiring announcement.
JORDAN — Tensions across the Middle East have suddenly spilled into Jordan’s skies — with official warnings now telling people to take cover as airborne threats move through the country’s airspace.
Private military contractors remain part of modern security and conflict operations because governments continue to need flexible options outside traditional force structures.