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Private military contractors have become a significant component of the United States' military operations, particularly in the context of modern warfare and national security strategies. Their involvement has grown notably in the post-9/11 era, where the U.S. military increasingly relied on these private entities to fulfill roles

The United Kingdom’s foreign policy has long been informed by its “special relationship” with the United States. This close alignment is particularly evident in the U.K.’s role in the ongoing Middle East conflicts, with the United Kingdom allowing American forces to use its bases when supplying aid

Before gaining independence in 1966, Botswana — then known as the British Protectorate of Bechuanaland — was one of the poorest and least developed territories, characterized by its minimal infrastructure and limited economic development. The British administration invested little in the territory, resulting in a lack of schools, paved roads, and healthcare