What do private security forces do around the world? We've recently discussed mercenaries in Africa, but today, we're looking at what American contractors are reporting from Gaza. What are they telling the press? Why aren't journalists allowed on-site to verify or refute their accounts independently? The interdependent relationship between global governments and private military contractors is something we will continue to monitor, particularly in humanitarian situations. All of this, in under 15 minutes!
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