Iraq Encompassed
January 11, 2011
Iraq is home to the legendary ancient ruins of Babylon and Ur and the fascinating holy cities of Basra, Karbala,… More
The Eternal North Korea ADVENTURES
January 11, 2011
Learn about the North Korean Juche Idea, understand how North Koreans perceive the world, and see how these citizens spend… More
Somaliland Adventure ADVENTURES
January 11, 2011
Welcome to Somaliland—a country that doesn’t officially exist! During this trip, you’ll marvel at the painted caves of Laas Geel,… More
Iraq, Iran & Afghanistan ADVENTURES
January 11, 2011
Starting in Baghdad, we’ll visit the holy cities of Karbala, Najaf, and Nasiriyah as well as the legendary ruins of… More
Unforgettable Iran ADVENTURES
January 4, 2011
Iran is a country of dramatic contrast. Its scenery ranges from snow-capped mountains to vast deserts dotted by attractive oasis… More
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The Pirates of Puntland
September 27, 2012
In October 2011, Robert Young Pelton, publisher of Somalia Report, set off on a tour into pirate country — in… More
Hijacked
September 26, 2012
In October of last year, I set sail from Dubai on an aging 160-meter cargo ship laden with supplies for… More
Go Inside a Mercenary Company in Iraq in Unflinching Comic Blackwater Chronicles
July 24, 2012
Based on Pelton’s book Licensed to Kill and co-written by Pelton and Tucci, with pencils by Tucci and colors by… More
