European mercenaries in Myanmar
European mercenaries in Myanmar. © Stéphane Oiry

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European mercenaries in Myanmar

On 27 October 2023, twelve foreigners were captured by an ethnic rebel group near Laukkai in northern Myanmar. Most of these men were former French legionnaires, but two were still on active duty.

European mercenaries in Myanmar
European mercenaries in Myanmar. © Stéphane Oiry

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