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Inside Erik Prince’s Mercenary Deal in Congo

Inside Erik Prince’s Mercenary Deal in Congo

The injury of a former Green Beret and death of an elite soldier from New Zealand have highlighted the growing role of Erik Prince, the founder of Blackwater, in one of Africa's most intractable conflicts.

The incident, which occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has raised concerns about the use of private military contractors in conflict zones.

Prince's company, Frontier Services Group, has been providing security services in the region, but the incident has drawn attention to the lack of regulation and oversight of such companies.

The United Nations has called for an investigation into the incident, and the Congolese government has vowed to hold those responsible accountable.

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