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It is critical to note that over the duration of their operations, Blackwater claimed to have conducted over 100,000 missions without a single casualty among their personnel or any misuse of firearms—a statistic that juxtaposes harshly against the Nissar Square incident. Moreover, the company had repeatedly asked for additional measures, like dash cam technology, to document their actions and protect against potential discrepancies, only to be denied by the State Department.
In light of the circumstances, Blackwater's leadership found themselves in front of Congress, facing inquiries about the incident. This shift from covert operations to public scrutiny marked a significant turning point in their journey.