Security firm 'had pay-off plan after civilian deaths'

Full story: Irish Examiner

Former executives at US security contractor Blackwater Worldwide have admitted sending about $1m to Iraq to pay off officials angry about the fatal shootings of 17 civilians by its employees, according to a report.

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