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Following their significant results in Angola, EO turned its attention to Sierra Leone, where the civil war had devolved into a humanitarian crisis marked by horrific atrocities. Here, EO's operations stabilized the government and facilitated humanitarian aid, showcasing their dual role as both combatants and facilitators of recovery in war-torn regions.
Ethical Dilemmas and Controversies
Despite the successes on the battlefield, EO's methods were enveloped in controversy. Accepted compensation in the form of diamond concessions highlighted the complex relationship between profit motives and military objectives. Accusations of human rights abuses, including excessive force and extrajudicial killings, further complicated their legacy.