Paldavia's Unification with Bratislav (CLOSED)

[United States of Devonta]

Occ: I will be able to post tomorrow.

[Organized States]

Palos International Airport

The President walked aboard Air Force One after his rather quiet and uneventful visit to Paldavia for the unification ceremony. He had been to war zones before, just none like this. It was odd, a very odd calm.

Colonel John Edwards, was the pilot in command of Air Force One, his greying hair after 25 years in the Organized States Air Force spoke greatly about his experience as a top pilot in the service. This would be one of his last flights, and he hoped that it would stay this way, nice and quiet. He got permission from the tower for them to begin their take off, he pushed forward on the power, and lifted off from the Tarmac. They gained altitude quickly, and then, a buzzing sound.

"AW SH*T! MANPAD! MANPAD! WE'RE BEING ALL LOCKED UP! DEPLOYING COUNTER-MEASURES!" He said as he fired off a round of IR flares from the aircraft's multiple flare banks.

"THEY'VE STILL GOT OUR NUMBER!" Yelled the co-pilot as he activated the Guardian System, using DIRCM to break the missile's lock.

"I think we've lost him..."

"Roger that..."

WIP to be continued....

[Democratic Union of Cydonia]

The Premier had personally flown to Bratislav to witness the historic ceremony between Paldavia and Bratislav. Many say this is the beginning of thawing relations between Bratislav and Cydonia. A picture of the two leaders shaking hands further symbolizes this. It is also the first time Premier Brankovic has met the leader of Paldavia. The Premier flew to Bratislav then went to Paldavia because of security issues in Paldavia.

In southern Paldavia more operation took place with houses being raided and searched for illegal weapons and PPF suspects. 3 people have been arrested on charges of domestic terrorism and possession of illegal weapons. 5 other PPF members have been killed in recent firefights. 2 Baku Unit troops have been killed and 1 wounded so far in the counter-terrorist operation in Paldavia. The operation has started earlier this week.

[Bratislav]

Paldavian People's Front

PPF rebels cheered as the Organized States jet fell from the sky. The newly acquired Manpad that they had acquired from a Paldavian weapons depot had proven to be a success. We will shoot all those planes from the skies that threaten us said 'the Professor' the leader of the PPF. The PPF was also going to utilize car bomb and suicide bombing techniques to wreak havoc on normal life in the capital, Palos.

The PPF had made a courageous step by infiltrating Northern Paldavia. People say that the goal of the PPF was to create as much civil disorder as possible in Paldavia so that there is no sense of normalcy in the country. This comes as allied forces have pounded PPF havens and weapons caches in Southern Paldavia.

OOC: will write an article about thawing of relations between Bratislav and Cydonia later on.

[New Carloso]

Supreme Chancellor urges for 'total war' against the rebels
Carlossian Broadcasting Corporation

The Supreme Chancellor has just arrived in the Carlossian embassy in Museum to address media on Carloso's reaction to the downing of an Organised States craft.

"A few minutes ago, I was informed that the president of the Organised States was on a plane that was downed by Paldavian rebels. So far, no survivors have been found. Such an attack on the head-of-state of another country can only be taken as an act of war against all free nations, us included. As I speak, Carlossian jets are bombing Southern Paldavia with air to ground missiles and bombs to kill as many of these people as possible.

This attack proves their unwillingness to let the democratic will of the Paldavian people reign supreme and now they resort to violence, picking off any target they deem valuable to their doomed cause. It had been decidied that as of now, The Federal Republic of Carloso is at war with the PPF. Troops and tanks, with the permission of the Bratislavian government, are now on the process of being deployed from our fleet in the Bay of Lowren to the mainland. May god help us in the battle against this not only regional but international threat, thank you."

Groǰ, Bratislav
The two Carlossian amphibious assault ships bobbed up and down, side by side in the port city of Groǰ. Beside them over thirty Leopard 2 main battle tanks and five Eurocopter Tigers were being unloaded to be transported to Paldavia for battle. The two vessel's two thousand soldiers would stay in local accommodations for the night.

[Organized States]

Palos

"Sir, I don't know how in the hell anyone survived that, but we've got a full count of 3." Said the Seal as he pulled the President out of the wreck.

"Luck... Just luck..." Said the President as he was moved aboard the MH-X, a stealthy version of the MH-60. His vitals were good, and the Pararescue men had stopped the bleeding. He'd be out for a few weeks, but so far, President Ellsworth was ok. He'd be airlifted to the OSS Endeavor, and make use of her medical facilities. Due to the death of Vice President Ralds aboard the 747, Speaker of the House Robert Wood, was now the temporary president of the Organized States.

The Tan House, Fairford, Organized States

"And what options do I have exactly?" Said the Speaker as he sat down on the sofa. The staunch socialist Wood had been an opponent of Ellsworth for years, but now he felt rather sorry for the man.

"Mr. Speaker, I want to sic the my operators on these guys. These freaking jokers think they can get away from us? My boys will run those [explicative deleted]s down." Said the Bearded man in the corner, representing the NIA, and OGA.

"Do it. I don't care what you have to do, just do it."

"Yes, sir."

Palos

The 4 plain clothes operators had acquired an old sedan at the used car lot, and drove it around the target's house. PFF Lieutenant Albert Zurcon sat in his living room at 0100, looking at his laptop.

"Gopher confirmed. Gopher confirmed."

"1-2, clear out. We're going in hot."

2 black MH-Xs came over the city block, with 6 operators repelling onto the roof, while another 4 breached at the condo's only two other exits. Zurcon grabbed a gun on his table, and began to investigate the noises, and stood up, before 8 operators entered the room and drew their weapons on him. 8 HK-416s, all with laser pointers and strobe lights pointed at his face, blinding him...

[Sde Dov]

OFFICE OF THE SUPREME LEADER OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY OF SDE DOV

President Solomev,

Greetings. The Sde Dovian Government wishes to send the Earnest Thinley carrier group to Bratislav. Although our aircraft are capable of carrying nuclear weapons, we will not bring them. This is a promise. We will also send the 6th Division, with 11,500 troops, one squadron of F-16s and one platoon of the Sde Dovian Special Forces. As a fellow Western Coalition member we are obliged to help our allies, and also as a measure of goodwill, we will send you some AA-11 and AA-12 air-to-air missiles for your MiG-29s. We support a peaceful unification and we can help to make that happen.

God Bless,

Miguel Lim,
Supreme Leader of Sde Dov

[Viridisolum]

VOTERS BACK MAKING PALDAVIA A PROTECTORATE OF BRATISLAV

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President Solomev of Paldavia talks with reporters following the Referendum results

In the morning hours of the day, voting results of the national referendum have officially come out showing the following results:

What should the future status of Paldavia be?
A. Remain the same (18%)
B. Paldavia should become a protectorate of the Republic of Bratislav (68%)
C. Paldavia should become a region of the Republic of Bratislav (14%)

The results clearly show that the majority of Paldavians have expressed a legitimate desire to become a protectorate of Bratislav. Voters have expressed their view that as a protectorate they will have the best balance of both being highly integrated with Bratislav, but also retaining a little bit of sovereignty, albeit it is more symbolic than anything else.

President Solomev in a press conference alongside President Albanov has said that the results of the referendum are 'historic' and that his government will swiftly ratify the law that officially makes Paldavia a protectorate of Bratislav. President Albanov for his part has also congratulated the Paldavian people on their vote and has said that once the Paldavian Government ratifies the law, the two Presidents will be ready to sign the official agreement. President Albanov has invited several foreign heads of state to the signing ceremony. The official agreement will be laid out that day.

President Albanov has also called for a de-escalation of tensions in the region. He has said that the past days have seen a great increase of tensions in the Atlas region. He furthermore affirmed that representative of his government will be holding talks with Ordia and that tensions with Ordia should hopefully not rise anymore. The President was also confident that the situation near Bratislav's coasts should not escalate and again thanked the several allies that have been very dedicated to helping defend Bratislav and Paldavia in this fragile time. President Albanov praised the IFA and its allies and also gave hope that the IFA-WC merger will yield an even larger and more powerful alliance.

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BRATISLAVIM RESPUBLIKA | REPUBLIC OF BRATISLAV
OFICIJAL PASËRMAXREÇ | OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

TO: Auguste Comte, President of the Commonwealth of Globus

We again thank you for your support for our country in this time of need. Your decision to withdraw your forces at this time is an understandable one. It is key to diffuse tensions and make the transition of Paldavia into a protectorate state has seamless has possible. We do invite you to attend the signing ceremony that will take place soon.

Regards,

President Albanov

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BRATISLAVIM RESPUBLIKA | REPUBLIC OF BRATISLAV
OFICIJAL PASËRMAXREÇ | OFFICIAL CORRESPONDENCE

HIGHLY CLASSIFIED
TO: The Federal Republic of Carloso - Office of the Supreme Chancellor

Our forces alongside the forces of Paldavia will be launching a full scale attack on sites in Southern Paldavia where the PPF is said to be strong. This will be done swiftly and strongly, and we aim for this to be done before the signing ceremony takes place. As IFA allies, we have the necessary military cooperation to embark on this in a joint operation. This is a counter-terrorist operation that will consist of several phases and hopefully ends with the capture of this Professor that heads that violent group. We are happy to accept your military support in this operation.

Regards,

President Albanov

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PALDAVIAN AIR CONTROL

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PALDAVIAN AUTHORITIES WERE NOT GIVEN ANY INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR FLIGHT MANIFEST OR VISIT. WE APPROVE YOUR PLANE FOR LANDING, BUT GIVEN THE LACK OF INFORMATION GIVEN, PALDAVIAN AUTHORITIES WILL NOT BE ABLE TO RECEIVE YOU DELEGATION IMMEDIATELY.

Imperial Viridisia is now enroute to Palos, the Capital City of Paldavia, upon approval of landing by Paldavian Air Control. Despite the fact that the Paldavian Republic is being assimilated into the Bratislavian Republic, HIMMIS Special Agent Umstasine was called by the Service, confirming that the Mission will be continued and to proceed unto phase two under new directives. The spies and staff prepared themselves by changing into their disguises according to their false identities written in their fake passports. Umstasine shall be under the guise of a 58 year-old veteran Viridisian diplomat named: "Honler Whitden Eldghabur Yolod", chosen by Empress Ellaia to be the Chief of the Diplomatic Mediatory Mission to Paldavia.

"I will be the leading diplomat of the Diplomatic Channel between the Homeland and this country. We will be putting on an act as mediators in the growing tensions, mainly external, here in Paldavia. As we introduce ourselves to this country's government, we will furtively scout and gather intelligence concerning their subversive elements." Special Agent Umstasine reminded to his colleagues.

"I advise to those who would have the itch of mentioning sensitive information regarding our mission to just shut up. Those who have and were noticed, well, your life might be disregarded before you could even know it."

The Mission consists of three special agents, which includes Special Agent Umstasine, ten HIMMIS agents, twelve HIMMIS recruits, and twenty men and women from the Imperial Foreign Office and the Imperial Viridisian Police. All of which play a role. The pilots and Imperial Viridisia's staff on the other hand have no knowledge of the Mission but of that they are sent by Empress Ellaia to Paldavia to act as an intermediary.

"LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, WE HAVE INITIATED LANDING SEQUENCE TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. WE ASK OUR ATTENDANTS TO MAKE READY THE PASSENGERS FOR OUR ARRIVAL. THANK YOU FOR FLYING WITH HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY'S AIR FORCE TODAY AND A PLEASURE FOR BEING ONE OF THE PILOTS TO HAVE BROUGHT YOU, HER IMPERIAL MAJESTY'S DIPLOMATS AND IMPERIAL FOREIGN OFFICE STAFF, IN OUR EMPIRE'S NEW MISSION TO PALDAVIA. GOD BLESS US ALL, GOD SAVE OUR IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN." IVAF Wing Commander Dyald announced in Imperial Viridisia's public address system.

"Sir, It has been two days since that referendum which gave the Paldavian people over to Bratislav. It is already obvious that Bratislav intends to expand, using democracy instead of weapons. Almost everyone in the Region is willing to go along with this new form of imperialism. I cannot believe that other countries are deceived with Bratislav, they see them as a knight in shining armour when in truth they are a dragon, ever ready to devour." Recruit Torkim said to Special Agent Umstasine.

"Well . . . Then they're stupid if they didn't notice it, yet. I can't believe I'm hopeful for them."

"By the way, Sir. Why did we stalled and flew over Paldavia for two days anyway?" Recruit Torkim asked.

"Actually, I waited for the Homeland's new orders after we discussed the Referendum. They considered to cancel the Mission but . . . "

"But what, Sir?"

" . . . I convinced them. I convinced them to carry on this mission. The game is still young after all, and I want, along with you all, to win and finish this. 'For the Imperator and Imperium.'" Special Agent Umstasine chuckled.

" . . . Are you a patriot, Sir?" Recruit Torkim smiled.

"No. God save our Imperial Sovereign, no."

"IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER, IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, REQUESTING PERMISSION TO LAND." IVAF Wing Commander Dyald transmitted.

[New Austzeland]

1:48 PM local time - 27/07/2014, 355th Strike Squadron - Sergeant Celko, Palos Military Airbase - Paldavia

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An Nh-48 "Hornet" Attack Helicopter sat on a helicopter pad alongside a few others at the Palos Airbase, with engineers around it making some preparations for it's flight. Beside Sergeant Celko as he walked towards the gunship was Corporal Litvak. Both of the men who would operate the helicopter both had their helmet held between their torso and arm. One of the engineers on the helicopter looked back and saw the pilots, afterwards releasing a rope that was attached to one of the bottom blades of the coaxial rotor from one of the left side rear wing. Another was filling the rocket pods with the FFAR rockets they used. The Shipunov 2A42 nose cannon and the guided missiles were too. The helicopter's guided missile armament consisted of eight AGM-114 Hellfire missiles. The helicopter was painted in an olive drab camouflage scheme, and on both sides of the tail wing was the roundel of the NAAF.

"Terrorists are really gonna wish they didn't pick a fight with the IFA." Commented Litvak. "Yeah, well they're really gonna shit bricks when they see and experience what's coming up. All sponsored by your friendly neighborhood New Austzeland." Celko replied to Litvak. Today their job was to destroy a known facility used by the PPF to store weapons, ammo, and even make some of it. They didn't know how large the stash was, but it would still be a large explosion nevertheless. After they destroy that target, they would RTB to re-arm and take out a separate facility, this time containing various sorts of vehicles used by the PPF. A ladder was on the side of the helicopter's cockpit, to assist the two pilots in climbing into the seat of the large, ugly helicopter. The two doors for each seat was open. Litvak climbed in through the door to sit in the gunner's seat, while Celko sat in the pilot's seat. Both closed their doors. Both strapped on their helmets designed for use with the helicopter, revealing a HUD in front of their eyes containing numerous amounts of information for their helicopter. "Okay, starting up the helicopter now. Armaments will be cold until we're about three clicks away from the facility." Celko pushed some buttons on the panel in front of him, to prompt the systems and helicopter to start up. The two coaxial rotors began to slowly spin, as the sound of the engine started. Two short beeps from the electronics in the helicopter sounded, right before the screens and buttons lit up. The rotors began spinning faster as dirt and dust kicked up from the ground.

The weather was expected to be quite good. Sunny, minimal clouds, light wind. The facility was in a more rural area, away from any towns or villages. Finally, the rotors were at full speed. The helicopter could take off any time now. "Okay, you ready Litvak?" Litvak, through the static of the radio, replied. "Yes sir. Let's roll." Celko gave a thumbs up to the officer to the left of the aircraft, right before he motioned for Celko to lift off. As ordered, he gained air. Litvak simply sat in his seat with his hand on his knees, while looking at the scenery below. After turning to the left, the helicopter went forward, still gaining air as it did. "Eleven kilometers away from the target. Won't take terribly long to get there."

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Now, they were only three clicks away from the target. The target would be visible through the gunner's sights soon, and Litvak was getting ready to engage any targets. "Okay, Litvak. We're only three clicks away now. Weapons are hot, but do NOT engage unless told to." Litvak looks through the sights right away. "Yes sir." He replied soon after. First two Hellfire missiles will pound both ends of the building, in order to destroy the facility where weapons and ammo were stored, and produced. The nose cannon would be used to eliminate any survivors and other stragglers, if there were any in the first place. "Two clicks. Remember, leave no survivors. I'll be circling around the target." The target was visible through Litvak's sights now. Before them was a building with two parts to it, both made out of some sort of cement. Turning on the FLIR camera, he could see about six guards walking around. "I got six guards around the building. Looks like it'll be an easy target. Permission to engage?" "Negative. Wait." Litvak continued to wait for another five minutes before firing.

"Okay. Open fire. Hellfire missile first, remember." Litvak pressed a button on the dashboard, and a beep sounded, letting him know that the missiles were ready to fire. "Affirmative. Firing." He took aim at the roof of the building, and released a missile. "Good missile, good missile." Celko informed Litvak over the comms. About five seconds later, and explosion on the top of the building blew a hole, going straight into the building itself. "Good hit. That'll make them run around like headless chickens." Litvak watched through the sights as the guards began scattering. One of them had been wounded by the explosion of the missile, and crawled across the yard with a blown off leg. "Hoooly shit." "What?" Celko asked Litvak. "One of them got their leg blown off." Right after, a second explosion, even larger than the missile's tore through the building, sending debris in numerous directions. "Now that's a sign they're up to no good." Celko commented. "Heh, no doubt." Right after, he took aim for the next section of the building. "Got a lock. Engaging."

OOC: gonna continue in this later

[Ordia]

"What is your Government's main issue with our policies?"

"Our, er, my government's main issue with your countries policies is that it appears up until recently your nation was in many ways, a single respective nation. However, your government and nations that share similar viewpoints, are now entrenching themselves in views that conflict and undermine other neutral states.

Due to these meetings, I have not checked the news, however, when I left I gathered information that seems to simply state, that the Wralic Republic and Guerro have both threatened war over national, security disputes. The Guerran government has been greatly besieged from criminal, terrorist groups. However, their government, an IFA member nation aswell I remind you sir, is threatning war over the Wralic Republic's right to defend itself.

Simply put, your government has, out of all nations in Atlas, had the closest relations with Paldavia who's reputation has been scarred by claims of corruption and has now surrendered it's sovereignty. Your nation's military, supported by others, dispatched fleets near a drill area and threatened war, and has used those fleets to strangle the voice of local political opposition. And finally, a close ally of your administration is threatning to attack a fellow nation because it has increased the size of it's military and has up to this point, never stated any war-like rhetoric. As a neutral nation, these actions have increasingly alarmed my government sir."

[Bratislav]

BRATISLAVIAN AND ALLIED FORCES POUND PPF MILITANTS IN PALDAVIA

Bratislavian Attack helicopters fire at PPF positions

After the PPF's attack on the jets of the Organized States, President Albanov has ordered a full-on offensive on the PPF rebels that have found their way to Northern Paldavia. Bratislavian MiG-29 jets and Mil Mi-24 helicopters have pounded PPF hiding spots in suburban areas just outside the capital, Palos. The rebels in that area have been said to be in control of several Manpads and other anti-aircraft missiles. Such weapons were obtained from their raids on several weapons caches in Southern Paldavia.

The Bratislavian jets and helicopters pounded several areas where it had been confirmed that PPF rebels were hiding and storing their weapons. In addition to aerial bombardment, Bratislavian and Paldavian Ground Forces have established military control over several areas near the Paldavian capital. This military perimeter has allowed for a more efficient aerial bombardment.

New Austzeland, a key Bratislavian ally, has also aided in the operations against the PPF rebels in the area. After around a day and a half of aerial and ground offensives, it has been confirmed that many of the weapon caches have been destroyed and several PPF rebels were detained, trying to escape the military perimeter. Many others have died in the aerial assaults.

President Albanov has declared the military actions by New Austzeland, Paldavia, and the Organized States has crucial in driving the PPF out of the neighborhoods of Palos. A dangerous distance that the PPF had gained. While the PPF was driven out of those areas, it is said that they are trying to regroup for a counter-offensive. The PPF's popularity has soured in the poorer countryside and farmlands. Nationalistic militia groups have also risen to counter the PPF, but they at the same time disagree with the Paldavian Government. Experts have warned that Paldavia risks becoming a failed state, if order is not restored to the entire country. The Nationalist Militia Groups have said to been engaging in heavy clashes with the PPF, some of these militia groups are neo-Fascist.

The Neo-Fascist militia groups are especially strong in the Northwest of the country. They have been battling PPF forces and driving them south. The Government of Bratislav has not taken an official position on the militia groups.

"IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER, IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, REQUESTING PERMISSION TO LAND." IVAF Wing Commander Dyald transmitted.

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PERMISSION GRANTED. USE RUNWAY 7R. OVER AND OUT.

"What is your Government's main issue with our policies?"

"Our, er, my government's main issue with your countries policies is that it appears up until recently your nation was in many ways, a single respective nation. However, your government and nations that share similar viewpoints, are now entrenching themselves in views that conflict and undermine other neutral states.

Due to these meetings, I have not checked the news, however, when I left I gathered information that seems to simply state, that the Wralic Republic and Guerro have both threatened war over national, security disputes. The Guerran government has been greatly besieged from criminal, terrorist groups. However, their government, an IFA member nation aswell I remind you sir, is threatning war over the Wralic Republic's right to defend itself.

Simply put, your government has, out of all nations in Atlas, had the closest relations with Paldavia who's reputation has been scarred by claims of corruption and has now surrendered it's sovereignty. Your nation's military, supported by others, dispatched fleets near a drill area and threatened war, and has used those fleets to strangle the voice of local political opposition. And finally, a close ally of your administration is threatning to attack a fellow nation because it has increased the size of it's military and has up to this point, never stated any war-like rhetoric. As a neutral nation, these actions have increasingly alarmed my government sir."

"Paldavia expressed a democratic desire to integrate with our country. It was not long that Bratislav also had a lot of corruption. The Albanov Administration was able to clean that up and Paldavia wants to go through the same reform. So their desire is understandable. While Guerro is our ally, we have no power over their foreign policy decisions, and should be noted, our Government still hasn't taken a stance on that conflict, though we are of course supportive of our ally. Our allies supported us strongly in Paldavia because there were legitimate concerns that foreign nations might take advantage of the situation and intervene militarily. Furthermore, as you can see, the PPF terrorists are a great concern to use and our allies. We believe our actions there have been fair and democratic."

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OFFICE OF THE SUPREME LEADER OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY OF SDE DOV

President Solomev,

Greetings. The Sde Dovian Government wishes to send the Earnest Thinley carrier group to Bratislav. Although our aircraft are capable of carrying nuclear weapons, we will not bring them. This is a promise. We will also send the 6th Division, with 11,500 troops, one squadron of F-16s and one platoon of the Sde Dovian Special Forces. As a fellow Western Coalition member we are obliged to help our allies, and also as a measure of goodwill, we will send you some AA-11 and AA-12 air-to-air missiles for your MiG-29s. We support a peaceful unification and we can help to make that happen.

God Bless,

Miguel Lim,
Supreme Leader of Sde Dov

TO:Supreme Leader of Sde Dov
Our integration with Bratislav as a protectorate of it has been completed. That being said, we are in a deep fight with the Paldavia People's Front, a Maoist-inspired Guerrilla group, and would greatly appreciate your help in our struggle against them.

best regards,

President Solomev

[Emmerian Republic]

Calms Island, Emmerian Air Force Base, Emmeria
Emmerian QA-10 drones are coming online and ready for close air support. Operators will be manning the drones and Emmerian SOF units will take control of the drones manually. Emmerian drones will provide close air support to suppress the PPF by another deployment 120 QA-10 drones are deployed to provide close air support in for the Paldavians within the next 17 hours.
The 20th Emmerian Bomber squadron will sent two B-2 Spirit bombers to provide bomb runs any means necessary while a task force of 200 Emmerian Special forces from EJ-SOC will be assembled.

Stealth helos will be utilized by the special force in missions and covert black operations. Emmerians will also help train the Paldavian military personnel in the unconventional warfare to have them handle the situation.

[Bratislav]

BRATISLAV AND CYDONIA SEE AN UNPRECEDENTED IMPROVEMENT OF TIES

Flag of Bratislav on Left and of Cydonia on Right

As the Paldavia crisis with the PPF has continued, this crisis has united two historical foes, Bratislav and Cydonia. Both nations have made strong statements against the PPF and as a result there has been an unprecedented improvement of relations between the two neighboring states.

The Premier made a historic trip to Bratislav and finally to Paldavia where he witness the signing of the Protectorate Agreement and his country stood supportive of the historic agreement between Bratislav and Paldavia. The Premier also met with President Albanov of Bratislav in a brief private meeting and also with President Solomev of Paldavia. Newspapers across the country have shown the historic handshake between the two heads of state.

Experts say that the thawing of relations is thanks to the united stance that both have taken against extremist and terrorists groups in the region and that while differing on many issues, both states support a moderate approach in governance. Some analysts have hinted at the possibility of the opening of borders between the two states and the resumption of full diplomatic relations. Many in the Bratislavian Government hope that a more moderately center-left Cydonia can become a good friend of Bratislav.

The National Security Council of Bratislav recently had affirmed that Cydonia was taken off of Bratislav's 'black list' - a list of foreign states that pose significant danger to Bratislav's security and interests. President Albanov stated that "Cydonia is becoming a reliable partner in our counter-terror operations" - however he neither would confirm or deny reports that Cydonian special forces are involved in some counter-terror operations in Paldavia.

That being said, Bratislav and Cydonia still differ on some important issues. For example, the war in Aronia has still left a sour taste in the mouths of many Bratislavians and additionally, Bratislav still demands that Cydonia hand over certain ex-governmental officials of the former Bratislavian Socialist Republic, whom the current Bratislavian Government considers criminals that should be prosecuted for their crimes against the state.

Just this morning, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bratislav invited Cydonia to establish an embassy in Bratislav and restart diplomatic relations, saying that our common stance against extremism and terrorist will be the basis of our new relations. Economic cooperation will also be discussed in the coming weeks.

[New Carloso]

Carlossian forces cooperate with Bratislav
Carlossian Broadcasting Corporation

Carlossian Tiger helicopters preparing in Palos

Carlossian forces have begun an offensive against Paldavian rebels starting with the pounding of rebel positions with LY7/366 Lammasu Self-propelled Guns and LY300 'Manticore Multiple Rocket Systems, firing over a hundred cruise missiles into enemy strongholds and garrisons. The attacks come after an Organized States plane was shot down by the PPF. Similarly, Bratislav has launched a massive offensive against the PPF. The Supreme Chancellor said today that "the offence will begin for as long as there are rebels in Paldavia. Until everyone of them is dead, our mission is not accomplished."

Later today it was confirmed that Carlossian soldiers and tanks were operating in Paldavia and had reportedly raided and captured a significant garrison in the south of the country. Jets opened fire on a base in the north, using a guided 'bunker buster' bomb to destroy the main structure.

[Bratislav]

MINISTER OF DEFENSE, GORGI STOKESHI, PRAISES CARLOSSSIAN FORCES

Minister of Defense of Bratislav, Gorgi Stokeshi

The Minister of Defense of Bratislav, Gorgi Stokeshi has praised the recent advances by Carlossian Forces against PPF rebels. He has said that coordinated attacks with our Carlossian and other IFA allies has been crucial in driving out PPF rebels from the neighborhoods of Palos, the capital of Paldavia. Stokeshi has also raised concern about neo-Fascist militia groups that are fighting PPF rebels but also oppose the Paldavian Government. He has said that no agreements have been affirmed with those militia groups and that they are acting on their own behalf. These militia groups are said to be in effective control of the Northwest portion of Padlavia and are said to be funded by several powerful oligarchs in the area. Experts fear that the militia groups are poised to take control of certain gas fields in the area. That being said, Minister Stokeshi has said that the priority, without a doubt is the PPF, and that destroying the PPF is the number one priority, regardless of the militia groups. Minister Stokeshi also visited the Carlossian Embassy in Musrum, meeting with the Carlossian military attache and discussing military strategy in Paldavia between the two allied nations.

[Sde Dov]

Port of Al Azizyah

The aircraft carrier Earnest Thinley, stood ready to leave the port of Al Azizyah. Supplies and munitions were being loaded on the carrier, carrying a complement of 76 aircraft, accompanied by 6 ships. On the other side of the dock, a Los Angeles-class submarine, a new addition to the Sde Dovian navy, was also being loaded with cruise missiles.

Yamalia, New Austzeland



Meanwhile, the forces in New Austzeland were being prepared for redeployment to Bratislav. The Sde Dovian force in New Austzeland was pulled out of Yamalia, as the conflict has mostly died down. C-17s were being loaded with men and supplies for the effort in Bratislav.

OFFICE OF THE SUPREME LEADER OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY OF SDE DOV

President Solomev,

Our forces are on their way to Bratislav. Please prepare your airfields and ports for our forces. Thank you.

Miguel Lim,
Supreme Leader of Sde Dov

[United States of Devonta]

1100 Hours/July 28, 2014/Paldavian-Cydonian Border/Operation Protective Fury/111 Hours Into Operation-

A squad of U.S.D Marines prepares to move out after being fired on by PPF forces.

The mechanized component of the marines had taken five hours to completely land on a beach directly north of Bersag, Bratislava. They quickly moved south down highways and the rugged terrain till they reached Palos, Paldavia. The air mobile component flew via transport helicopter to Palos, Paldavia. The marines had stayed they're for one day till they where ordered to move to the southern mountainous Paldavia-Cydonian border to help secure it from PPF forces in the mountains with help from there Cydonian and Paldavian counterparts. The marines covered just 100 kilometers of the border and set up to forward operating bases and around 50 checkpoints on different roads leading in and out of Paldavia. The marines where tasked with keeping the PPF forces inside Paldavia and destroying any weopons or safe heavens they made themselves in the mountains. The marines have suffered casualties when a child refugee detonated and killed two marines and injured three more at a border checkpoint. A further four marines have been wounded in firefights with PPF forces in the mountains.

The marines where not in the mountains blind, The airforces Avenger stealth drones kept reconnaissance of the border and would strike targets when called upon. Airforce F/A-33s patrolled the border and where called in by the marines to strike PPF forces often. C-5Ms would also drop and resupply marines at the forward operating bases. Marine transport helicopters also helped air lift marines place to place along the border. A total of 150 tons of munitions had been dropped by planes against the PPF forces. A estimated total of 233 terrorist have been killed in the mountains so far.

The naval task force had by know moved back into the Curente Ocean after the landing of the marines, Except the frigates and submarines which stayed in the Bay of Lowren.

[New Austzeland]

28/07/2014 - NAMC Forces Continue Pushing Against PPF Terrorists in Paldavia: The offensive against the Paldavian People's Front by the New Austzeland Marine Corps and other IFA allies has been going better than expected, according to various sources. With only 8 Marines wounded and 2 KIA, the PPF has already been weakened by allied forces through numerous methods. The offensive, code-named Operation Red Resistance has taken place throughout Paldavia, though mostly concentrated in the southern regions. Some clashes have taken place in a smaller part of the northern regions, too. The PPF has also managed to gain ground though, even into Palos. The main leader of Operation Red Resistance has stated that "the PPF will be pushed out of Palos quickly. Whether they surrender or leave voluntarily and most of them survive, or refuse to surrender or leave and be pushed out by force, it is up to them." The current manpower in Paldavia is not expected to expand, given the current situation. Though, the operation will continue to gain more power as the days go by, with a goal to eventually force the PPF to break up and surrender.

Pictured above: Marines fighting against terrorists in Palos after being ambushed.

[Luepola]

Lupolace Arudárol Ajenska - Anglece | Luepolan News Agency - English

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Successful strikes conducted against PPF



Image: An Su-24M2 jet in-flight. This jet has been the most extensively-used Luepolan aircraft in the Paldavian conflict.

Monday, July 28, 2014 - With large offensives being conducted by the Devontian, Bratislavian, and Austzelandic militaries, many have questioned the role of Luepolan forces in the conflict, and some have criticized the Luepolan Armed Forces for not pulling its weight in Paldavia.

These grievances were seemingly addressed yesterday, when a Luepolan satellite identified convoys of PPF vehicles. Contacting Luepolan and Bratislavian command, a strike was authorized. Su-24 aircraft quickly took off from a nearby base, identified the targets, and destroyed the vehicles with cannon and rocket fire. An analysis conducted by a nearby allied helicopter confirmed that the vehicles were indeed carrying ammunition.

The Luepolan regional commander has stated that he intends to ramp up the number of combat operations. He specifically intends to use the Su-24 aircraft as an interdictor, working in conjunction with satellites and ground observers to seek and destroy PPF vehicles transporting weapons and other illegal or hazardous cargo, thereby heavily reducing the PPF's combat effectiveness and allowing other allied forces to engage the PPF more easily. The ground observers would likely be special forces, possibly even the secretive Gruabi Érgo, Luepola's primary Tier One group.

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By Jakob Cesteri

[New Carloso]

Carlossian Embassy
Musrum, Bratislav

General Morris ambushed Spearing as soon as he entered the door. He continued walking down the corridor, but there was no way past Morris: he was a big man and he could block a lot of passage. "You took the front door..." Morris couldn't help but be annoyed. Spearing's heart rate spiked for a few seconds. "Successful hunt?" he said calmly. Morris pondered on these words, "I suppose so, but this hunt has had its casualties. We lost an artillery battery to the PPF at the start of the operation, but they paid for it ten times over."

Morris gestured towards a room to his left. "The Bratislavian Minister of Defence will be here shortly. Take seat."

[Bratislav]

PPF REBELS SUFFER HEAVY LOSES IN NORTHERN PALDAVIA

PPF REBELS RETREAT BACK TO SOUTHERN PALDAVIA

PPF Rebels have suffered heavy loses in attacks by allied forces. Marines of New Austzeland and Devonta along with Paldavian, Carlossian and Bratislavian forces have in recent hours severely attacked PPF positions in Northern Paldavia. Aerial assaults from both Bratislav and Luepola have also severely disabled PPF capabilities in the area. As sun set over Paldavia, the PPF was on the run towards Southern Paldavia where several of their safe havens remain. While much of the countryside in the North has been devastated, civilians have welcomed the withdrawal of the PPF forces from the area.The Paldavian Government has commended its allies in the fight, saying that the withdrawal of the PPF forces from the neighborhoods of Palos is a very welcoming sign.

Not all was well. PPF rebels captured 5 Paldavian Soldiers, 2 Marines of New Austzeland and Devonta. At first they demanded a ransom for the soldiers, but only a few hours after capture, the soldiers were executed as the PPF rebels saw that the Allied Forces were closing in on their positions in the North. This comes as PPF rebels have been holding hostages and committing other atrocities, something they view as 'justified' in order to achieve the revolutionary glory of the Maoist Principles.

The Paldavian Government has urged its forces and that of its allies to push hard towards the South. He has instructed that fellow allies ignore the neo-Fascist militia groups, saying as the enemy of the enemy, we can't afford to fight them. President Albanov has sent his condolences to the families of the soldiers saying that the PPF will be "sent back to hell, where they belong" as he has upped Bratislavian military in the region.

PPF Revolutionaries control a key border town in the South, with controlling the portion of the border, they have been able to receive key resources and weapons. The Paldavian Government has urged that Allied Forces liberate this town, which is under the heavy occupation of PPF rebels. Furthermore, they have been holding schoolchildren hostage in the town, saying the release of the schoolchildren is conditioned on the behavior of the 'imperialistic Paldavian Government'.

[Emmerian Republic]

Palos Military Airbase, Paldavia
With large offensives being conducted by the Devontian, Bratislavian, and Austzelandian militaries, The Emmerian military will bring the offensive in the southern region of Paldavia. 13 Emmerian QA-10 drones jets above the Paldavia as they fly through around the airbase for landings and three more are being ssent to the southern region for reconnaissance missions and intel for possible locations of the rebels. Emmerian Federal Intelligence UNit has suspected of the rebels hiding foreign terrorists from different countries. EJ-SOC unit will be conducting counter terrorist operations and counter insurgency missions with the Bratislav military and other countries involved with the operations.

-13 Emmerian QA-10 dornes have landed at the Palos Airbase, Paldavia while a task force of 120 Emmerian special forces from EJ-SOC is send to conduct operations. a lone C-130 flies above Paldavian airspace and asked permission to land at the Paldavian airfield. Emmerian task ofrce is consisting of SEALs, Rangers, Marine Commandos, and Sky Warriors. All special forces will be training the Paldavian military while the Sky Warriors are taking control of the drones to provide air support. SEALs and Rangers willprovide support in counter insurgency operations, and the MArine Commandos will be on reconnaissance missions and intel for locations in the southern region of PAldavia

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Tower, this is Talo One-one, requesting permission to land

[Viridisolum]

BRATISLAVIAN AND ALLIED FORCES POUND PPF MILITANTS IN PALDAVIA

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Bratislavian Attack helicopters fire at PPF positions

After the PPF's attack on the jets of the Organized States, President Albanov has ordered a full-on offensive on the PPF rebels that have found their way to Northern Paldavia. Bratislavian MiG-29 jets and Mil Mi-24 helicopters have pounded PPF hiding spots in suburban areas just outside the capital, Palos. The rebels in that area have been said to be in control of several Manpads and other anti-aircraft missiles. Such weapons were obtained from their raids on several weapons caches in Southern Paldavia.

The Bratislavian jets and helicopters pounded several areas where it had been confirmed that PPF rebels were hiding and storing their weapons. In addition to aerial bombardment, Bratislavian and Paldavian Ground Forces have established military control over several areas near the Paldavian capital. This military perimeter has allowed for a more efficient aerial bombardment.

New Austzeland, a key Bratislavian ally, has also aided in the operations against the PPF rebels in the area. After around a day and a half of aerial and ground offensives, it has been confirmed that many of the weapon caches have been destroyed and several PPF rebels were detained, trying to escape the military perimeter. Many others have died in the aerial assaults.

President Albanov has declared the military actions by New Austzeland, Paldavia, and the Organized States has crucial in driving the PPF out of the neighborhoods of Palos. A dangerous distance that the PPF had gained. While the PPF was driven out of those areas, it is said that they are trying to regroup for a counter-offensive. The PPF's popularity has soured in the poorer countryside and farmlands. Nationalistic militia groups have also risen to counter the PPF, but they at the same time disagree with the Paldavian Government. Experts have warned that Paldavia risks becoming a failed state, if order is not restored to the entire country. The Nationalist Militia Groups have said to been engaging in heavy clashes with the PPF, some of these militia groups are neo-Fascist.

The Neo-Fascist militia groups are especially strong in the Northwest of the country. They have been battling PPF forces and driving them south. The Government of Bratislav has not taken an official position on the militia groups.

"IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER, IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, REQUESTING PERMISSION TO LAND." IVAF Wing Commander Dyald transmitted.

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PERMISSION GRANTED. USE RUNWAY 7R. OVER AND OUT.

"Our, er, my government's main issue with your countries policies is that it appears up until recently your nation was in many ways, a single respective nation. However, your government and nations that share similar viewpoints, are now entrenching themselves in views that conflict and undermine other neutral states.

Due to these meetings, I have not checked the news, however, when I left I gathered information that seems to simply state, that the Wralic Republic and Guerro have both threatened war over national, security disputes. The Guerran government has been greatly besieged from criminal, terrorist groups. However, their government, an IFA member nation aswell I remind you sir, is threatning war over the Wralic Republic's right to defend itself.

Simply put, your government has, out of all nations in Atlas, had the closest relations with Paldavia who's reputation has been scarred by claims of corruption and has now surrendered it's sovereignty. Your nation's military, supported by others, dispatched fleets near a drill area and threatened war, and has used those fleets to strangle the voice of local political opposition. And finally, a close ally of your administration is threatning to attack a fellow nation because it has increased the size of it's military and has up to this point, never stated any war-like rhetoric. As a neutral nation, these actions have increasingly alarmed my government sir."

"Paldavia expressed a democratic desire to integrate with our country. It was not long that Bratislav also had a lot of corruption. The Albanov Administration was able to clean that up and Paldavia wants to go through the same reform. So their desire is understandable. While Guerro is our ally, we have no power over their foreign policy decisions, and should be noted, our Government still hasn't taken a stance on that conflict, though we are of course supportive of our ally. Our allies supported us strongly in Paldavia because there were legitimate concerns that foreign nations might take advantage of the situation and intervene militarily. Furthermore, as you can see, the PPF terrorists are a great concern to use and our allies. We believe our actions there have been fair and democratic."

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OFFICE OF THE SUPREME LEADER OF THE CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY OF SDE DOV

President Solomev,

Greetings. The Sde Dovian Government wishes to send the Earnest Thinley carrier group to Bratislav. Although our aircraft are capable of carrying nuclear weapons, we will not bring them. This is a promise. We will also send the 6th Division, with 11,500 troops, one squadron of F-16s and one platoon of the Sde Dovian Special Forces. As a fellow Western Coalition member we are obliged to help our allies, and also as a measure of goodwill, we will send you some AA-11 and AA-12 air-to-air missiles for your MiG-29s. We support a peaceful unification and we can help to make that happen.

God Bless,

Miguel Lim,
Supreme Leader of Sde Dov

TO:Supreme Leader of Sde Dov
Our integration with Bratislav as a protectorate of it has been completed. That being said, we are in a deep fight with the Paldavia People's Front, a Maoist-inspired Guerrilla group, and would greatly appreciate your help in our struggle against them.

best regards,

President Solomev

"IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER, IMPERIAL VIRIDISIA TO PALOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, REQUESTING PERMISSION FOR TAXI." IVAF Wing Commander Dyald transmitted. Imperial Viridisia rocked as it landed back unto land after flying for almost four days within the Republic of Paldavia. The Mission was almost cancelled just because of merely an argument brought upon by the Homeland due to their impatience and lack of confidence to the spies tasked to carry out the Mission. Of what will happen next and what should be done now that the Paldvian-Bratislav Unification has progressed further away to be turned around, and that Imperial Viridisia has started to near its limits. Her Imperial Majesty-in-Council rashly reacted by "urgently advising" Her Imperial Majesty's Government that the Mission is to continue despite the sudden circumstances.

HIMMIS is confused with the new protocol created by the new government, accustomed with the recent pass when the Imperial Sovereign held absolute jurisdiction over HIMMIS since the Service was still an idea. All thanks to the official imperial state documents pertaining to the reformed command structure of HIMMIS and its new procedures, policies and conduct. They too were deceived by Prime Minister Ilossasya's deception of power.

"Imperial Viridisia has finally touched Paldavian soil, well, whatever substance or material the runway is made in this case." Special Agent Enthet Wytax Voriz Ghaqua Kelis, one of the three special agents beside Special Agent Umstasine on board, said to the Mission's head, Umstasine, ending it with a smirk.

"I hope this ends quickly, I will be satisfied if it does, our way or the other." Special Agent Umstasine replied.

"Do you care about these people, Umstasine?"

"No? I have no idea. I . . . We are supposed to follow the orders of the Imperial Sovereign without question, without feeling."

"You mean those who call themselves Her Imperial Viridisian Majesty's Government? They don't care about us. We are sent to wipe their asses for them . . . The people's so-called elected representatives, snobby asses they are really. The flaw of democracy is that although it allows everyone to rise and fall based on their own merits, those who have risen to such a merit are corrupted of greed and power, just like in Bratislav, Paldavia, and many other democratic countries. It would be much worse if that person is held loosely in the reins of government, or is the one taking up the reins of government. Including, I regret to say, our Empire . . . Secretly, our 'public servants' live in luxury at the expense of the people's taxes." Special Agent Kelis frowned, folding his arms afterwards.

"Do not get too annoyed with such 'mundane' affairs, Enthet."

"'Mudane affairs?' By 'mundane', do you mean the word mundane or your meaning of 'mundane.?'"

"More or less perhaps, Enthet, more or less."

[Bratislav]

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Tower, this is Talo One-one, requesting permission to land

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Talo One-one, permission granted. Land on runway 6L, over and out.

[Organized States]

OOC: Listen to while reading
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eJlN9jdQFSc

Operation Golden Eagle
Southern Paldavia
0700



"Cougar 1-4, Chalk 2, Report in." Said the Lieutenant as he checked in with the other vehicles in his chalk over the radio.

"In the green, Checkmate 1-1, we've got eyes on the town. Requesting permission to engage." Replied Sargent Baker as he returned the reply to his platoon commander.

"Uhh... Negative, Cougar, standby for air cover. Should be on station, ETA 5 minutes." Replied the Lieutenant, as they awaited 4 AH-64E Apache Guardians, the Strykers, slowly inched through the meadows and fields around the small town. The 4th Stryker Brigade had air dropped in the previous night, to little resistance other a few PFF snipers taking pot shots at them, which were neutralized before they could report the Brigade's position.

"All units, move forward, Hunter flight is on cover."

"Roger, Checkmate, moving forward." Came the reply as the 4 Strykers moved forward followed by another 12 Strykers all carrying 8 infantry men. 4 Apache Guardians followed, they surrounded the city buildings (a group of government buildings including a school, the city hall, and the police station) and turned on their lights, blinding whoever was inside, a group of 2 MH-Xs, a stealth modification of the venerable MH-60 Blackhawk, flew over the buildings at high speed, delivering the Task Force 325 operators into the building, in a both a large scale hostage operation, as well as an attempt at a decisive blow against the PFF...

A Nation in Mourning: Vice President Ralds laid to rest



Yesterday, at 9:47 AM Fairford time, Vice President Joseph Ralds was laid to rest in a state funeral. Ralds, who passed away after an attack on Air Force One in Palos, was honored by a military procession, and a missing man salute by F-22 Raptors over the National Cemetery, attended by thousands of mourners, including some of Ralds' most staunch rivals in the Socialist Party, including Speaker of the House Robert Wood, who was moved to tears by the solemn ceremony, for an opponent, whom Wood called a friend. Second Lady Deborah Ralds was presented with the flag that draped her husband's coffin by Major General Herbert McRick, who commanded the Procession's honor guard...