From the outset under international law, mercenaries and related mercenary activities have been closely linked to the concept of aggression and the principle of no intervention. ... With the creation of the United Nations in 1948, the attitude of the international community towards mercenaries and mercenary related activities changed mainly due to the recognition of the people's right to self determination. ...

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