WASHINGTON, April 25 (UPI) -- If you've heard it once, you've heard it countless times: Governments and corporations turn to private military contractors because it is more cost-effective than using regular military forces. But is it true?

WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 (UPI) -- Nowadays "oversight and accountability" are virtually sacred cows. Who could possibly be against it? Judging by the events of recent weeks Uncle Sam for one.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (UPI) -- Questions are being raised about the efficacy of Iraq’s attempt to close down Blackwater's operations in the country after civilian deaths.

BAGHDAD, Sept. 17 (UPI) -- Iraqi officials said they would withdraw the license of U.S. private military contractor Blackwater and start criminal proceedings against its staff.