Drones, hackers and mercenaries on the battlefield of the future

Comprehensive overview of different aspects of modern warfare and conflict. It highlights the activities of the hacker group Sandworm, who targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure, and the involvement of private contractors in military operations. This article also discusses the use of mercenaries and hackers in covert missions, including the case of Arian Berry in Venezuela. It emphasizes the role of cyber warfare and the use of malware for espionage and surveillance purposes. The article further explores the use of armed drones in targeted strikes, with a focus on a strike in Yemen and the lack of oversight and accountability in their use. It also mentions the rise of proxy wars and the involvement of countries like North Korea, Iran, and Israel. Ultimately, the document concludes that modern conflicts encompass both visible and invisible realms, with cyber warfare, mercenaries, and drones playing prominent roles.

Sandworm cyber attacks.

In this section of the article, the activities of a hacker group called Sandworm. The group is responsible for a cyber attack on Ukraine, specifically targeting the country's energy infrastructure. The attack resulted in power outages and disruptions to various systems. The group had access to US networks and was spying on American energy suppliers. The section also mentions the vulnerabilities and ineffectiveness of conventional warfare and the role of private contractors in military operations. Overall, the section highlights the potential dangers and impacts of cyber attacks and the evolving nature of warfare in the digital age.

Mercenaries, hackers, conflicts.

Use of mercenaries and hackers in various conflicts and covert operations. It mentions the case of a former American soldier, Arian Berry, who joined a covert mission in Colombia to overthrow the government of Caracas in Venezuela. The Venezuelan government was aware of the mission and arrested Berry and other contract fighters. It also highlights the involvement of private military companies like Blackwater and the Russian Wagner Group in conflicts such as Syria and Ukraine. The section further discusses the role of hackers and cyber warfare, including the use of malware like Eternal Blue and the Pegasus software developed by NSO Group. It mentions that governments and intelligence agencies use these tools for espionage and surveillance purposes, often targeting journalists, opposition figures, and human rights activists.

Drone strikes, proxy wars, cyber warfare

Use of drones in targeted strikes, specifically focusing on a strike that took place in the village of Kashmir in Yemen. The strike, believed to be a signature strike, resulted in the deaths of five people, including two members of the bin Ali Jaber family. The author questions the effectiveness of these strikes in targeting known terrorists and highlights the risk of innocent people getting caught in the crossfire.

The article also touches on the broader use of armed drones around the world, with at least 18 countries utilizing them. It emphasizes the lack of oversight and accountability in their use, as they can be controlled remotely and operate autonomously. Proxy wars are discussed as a new form of conflict, with countries like North Korea, Iran, and Israel engaging in various acts of aggression.

Additionally, the article mentions the rise of cyber warfare and the use of private militia companies who profit from ongoing conflicts. The author argues that internecine conflict is the driving force behind the demand for these fighters. The section concludes by stating that these proxy wars continue to spread and encompass both visible and invisible realms.

Governments are shirking their responsibilities and privatizing violence. Unclear, undefined warfare is a booming business: contract private soldiers and digital weapons routinely strike, while those giving orders remain behind the scenes.

Despite its superior military, the United States squandered its military resources in two endless wars. Now, the superpower is finally bringing its soldiers home. America's high-tech military may have failed in Afghanistan, but continues to operate outside official war zones. US special forces carry out targeted killings using drones, hacks and surveillance techniques. All this is blurring the lines between war and peace.

This article shows how Russian mercenaries and hackers destabilized Ukraine. Indeed, the last decade saw the rise of the weaponization of cyberspace. Hacking, which is sometimes subsidized by governments, has developed into a booming business. The Digital Mercenaries sell spy software to authoritarian regimes. Criminal hackers attack any target that is of benefit to their clients.

But the classic mercenary business is also going on, as governments no longer want to send their official armies to war. Former mercenary Sean McPheet explains how the privatization of war creates even more demand for it. He says in a tone of warning that the world of mercenaries will be a world of wars.