2022: A Decade of Uncertainty (IC)

by **Yaruqo** » Thu Jan 20, 2022 7:26 pm

5 February 2022

People's Assembly, Transitional Authority, Pass Anti-Corruption Measures, Other Legislation, Signalling Final Months of the Transition

DAMASCUS - Over the past two days, the People's Assembly has passed various pieces of legislation aimed at addressing longstanding concerns about corruption dating back to the Assadist regime, as well as other legislation aimed to ease the transition after April elections. The anti-corruption legislation, compiled in a legislative package known as the Modern Integrity and Transparency Act, incorporates measures and standards used by OECD member states to tackle corruption in the civil service and public bureaucracy, as well as bribery and extortion in the private sector. Among the measures, increased transparency measures and publicly available online records, empowered Inspectors Generals within respective ministries, the adoption of stricter ethics rules, dedicated anti-corruption units within the Ministry of Justice, the formation of Internal Affairs bureaus to investigate corruption and wrongdoings within respective police departments, and the creation of a Securities and Exchanges Commission within the Ministry of Justice to investigate and prosecute private sector corruption, bribery, extortion, and other white collar crimes. Economic experts believe that the new legislation, signed into law today by the Transitional Authority, is intended to inspire confidence in the new democratic government that will be elected in a matter of months, both among Syrians here and abroad, as well as with foreign investors and developers who might seek to resume business before and after the elections.

In a rebuke of Turkish President Recep Erdogan's stunning reversal of longstanding Turkish policy concerning Jawlān, the People's Assembly passed a resolution recognizing that the Ottoman Empire's actions against Ottoman Armenians during World War I constituted a genocide of the Armenian people. The Transitional Authority declared that it would act in accordance with the resolution. The resolution was passed this morning, which coincides with the date when Armenian President Mane Tandilyan is scheduled to arrive in Aleppo for a state visit, where she will be hosted by Co-Presidents al-Abdah and Ehmed.

by **Newne Carriebean7** » Thu Jan 20, 2022 8:08 pm

A Cave in the Hindukush Mountain Range
January 1, 2022
The dying light of a campfire illuminates the walls of the cave. Inside the natural formation, a collection of thinly dressed and gaulishly looking individuals gather around a table that had been lugged inside and set up in the middle of the room. The floor was barren, save for a singular large rug laid to comfortably seat various high-ranking officials of the organization. What was this organization? Oh, just your friendly neighborhood Taliban.

The men rarely spoke above a whisper, fearful that their very voices might betray them and their movement. After a few nervous glances at one another, the head of the table spoke forcefully.

"Men! This is a new year. A NEW TALIBAN! Did we have a good year last time? It was...really hit and miss. Sure, a few car bombs here and there and we did manage to hold that elderly western grandmama for two whole dollars! But, this does raise an issue with our...methods of ransom. Big fucking cartoony bags of money, it just doesn't sell well. It ain't hip anymore! If the Taliban wants to be "hip" with the youn-gins, then we're going to need to pool together some of Uncle Sam's hard stolen cash to better use."

"A...rebranding?" The Qiadu Bariz let the word linger and simmer on his tounge as the eyes of the table then turned to the Taliban politician. He knelt his hands deep within himself and rummaged his hands through his very white and very flowing beard, lost in thought before an idea came to the old man.

"Rebranding! T-that's it! If we lower all the bombings and the raids and the murder and shit like that, then...then we'd-"

Before he could fully capitalize on the idea, he was interrupted by Foreign Minister Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai, who unexpectedly rose and slammed his hands on the table forcefully to rob his opponent of the eyes of those gathered around it.

"Sell out the Taliban?! Traitorous Filth! Filth! Fillllth! The Taliban are a proud organization. No, we are a proud family. We owe nothing to the west nor the east, we can sustain ourselves just fine! Our fighters have the strength of ten western invaders and their infidel generals! Our generals could be traded for as many as fourty-nine and three quarters of their western commanders! Our poppy seeds make the best opium this side of the planet!"

"Sher!" spat out Abdul Ghani Baradar, who was overseeing the meeting personally. The bearded glass wearing Sher briefly glared at the Sheik al-Mujahid before lowering his gaze, voice and his position to one of more acquiescence.

"Now, I understand that tensions are high, but there's no need for such vile language, you fucking fucksticks. What we are in dire need to do, however, is think of a solution. We do need to think of something, hell, anything! We don't know when it will rain American death bombs from the skies. Sher's outburst was NOT helpful to morale, my fucking hairline or the 'traditions of the taliban' that he so-proports to uphold. Negotiations. N-e-youknowhowtospellyoufuckingsheepidiots-tations. Got it? Let's try talking to the infidels. Not just Uncle Sam, but uh, Bull Dog and maybe the Dragon as well. Oh, and the Russians."

"Well, what will we talk about when they talk to us? Peace negotiations, possibly lowering our weapons and returning to the countryside to better Afghanistan? Trade us a few high-ranking taliban officals to enjoy an all you can pray stay at Guantanamo Bay? Sacrifice a few lambs to ensure the flock survives?"

"We might just have to do that. But, we'll figure out definitive details at a later date. Right now, get the foreign minister on the horn with our offices in Qatar. Tell those Yankee bastards we're willing to wheel n' deal. Got it?"

A few blank stares followed swift confirmation by some nodding heads.

"Good. Get the fuck out of here. I need to take a shit."

OFFICAL STATEMENT FROM THE ISLAMIC EMIRATE OF AFGHANISTAN, RELEASED VIA THE DIPLOMATIC OFFICE IN QATAR

Understanding the immense loss of blood and resources that many nations have poured into the "Graveyard of Empires", the Islamic Emirate proudly salutes all those veterans who have fought against us in battle. However, there comes a time when the people's needs must be answered. Will there be an end to corruption? Will there be an end to slavery, starvation and a lack of education? These questions will be answered with a yes by the Taliban. We are willing to wipe out the scourge that warlords throughout this country practiced on their own people. The Taliban is more than willing to govern provinces and ensure proper taxation of goods to provide for the people of Afghanistan. We are already doing it to over eight million happy (7,999,999/8,000,000 happy afghans, according to the 9-11 Survey Company) faces in the areas which we control.

However, we do recognize the current stalemate in office. Paralyzed by corruption and indecision, the Kabul government refuses to yield our just and proper cause of peaceful jihad over the world. The foolish leaders instead suck on the tits of Uncle Sam and take as much money as their fat wallets can hold. The government is a corruption riddled oilgarchy that ignores the needs of the Afghan People. The Afghan People do not want democracy or a republic. They wish for full bellies, happy faces and competent leadership. They are not getting that in areas that are not under our control. The Taliban has come to the realization that further fighting only sours more lives with the hell that is modern warfare.

That is why, the Taliban is proposing a "Two-state solution" to Afghanistan. A southern state called the Islamic Emirate can occupy the Southern portion of the country, while the northern part can remain in the hands of the Western backed government. The Southern state will be under the influence of a Taliban-lead government. In it, we can continue our oppression of women and the lesbians while practicing tolerance of homosexuals. We'll be even more progressive than IRAN, who shoots and stones the gays. Very sad. This will appease the wishes of the Taliban government, who simply ask for full diplomatic recognition, a seat at the United Nations, and a cheeseburger from Wendy's.

Please.

We eagerly await the Western world's reply to this idea, and will happily send a team to negotiate with western diplomats, even if it means a high-ranking visit to the President of the United States, the Joe Biden, himself.

Gulbuddin Hekmatyar
@Terrorist McAK47
Jihad Express.com | A Cave, Afghanistan
Oh hey, Twitter is a thing! Good! Now we can spread our message of tolerance for other Afghans while yelling death to fucking America. I can confirm, as the Senior Leader of this political movement, that we are indeed very interested in negotiation with Uncle ~~Saddam~~ Sam. (1/3)

Terms are very simple, we'll stop bombing and doing terroristy-things and all Uncle Sam has to do is chat with the false occupants in Kabul to let us have our portion of the country. Then we'll show on up to a big fancy peace signing and Slow Joe can get his Noble Peace Prize!(2/3)

Hell, maybe Bob the fireman might be rewarded for one thanks to his actions on 9-11! Oh, and we might think of letting the gay fellers hide in a cave if they want. But no talking or we stone you worse than IRAN! (3/3)

by **Dentali** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 5:24 am

EAF Air Force Makes Foreign Purchases

The East African Airforce has announced the purchase of 8 Dassault Rafale aircraft for the price of $21 million per unit from France and the purchase of 8 MiG-35 Aircraft from the USSR. This comes amid a ongoing modernization and standardization effort by the EAF Armed Forces. The EAF Secretary of Defense has also announced an intention to build the infrastructure and support networks necessary to field Gen 6 Fighter Aircraft in the 2030s and that the long term goal would be to have the EAF domestically produce the majority of military equipment for all branches, ships, planes, tanks, small arms etc, and for those arms to be 'state of the art'. Another massive set of arms purchases is expected to equip the East African Army in coming days.

by **Dentali** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 7:44 am

Seychelles Join the East African Federation, Malawi may be Next

The National Assembly of the Republic of Seychelles has voted to join the East African Federation, and the Federation is expected to approve its application in short order. The Seychelles is a small archipelago island nation in the Indian ocean, roughly 1,500 kilometers from the mainland. A former British Colony, the island chain has a population of only 98 thousand, making it the least populous country in Africa but boasts the highest nominal per capita GDP of any African Nation.

Since 1976 the GDP of the nation has grown 700% due to its focus on policies encouraging foreign investment and a strong business climate, and is considered the least corrupt country in Africa though the EAF is nearly tied. The EAF has pledged to honor all leasing agreements with other nations such as India, which is developing strategic assets on the Islands.

The landlocked nation of Malawi in Southeastern Africa has been in negotiations to join the East African Federation for the past 3 years. The severely underdeveloped agricultural country has suffered a massive emmigration surge in recent years to the neighboring EAF, and the EAF has sent a large deal of aid to the nation in the past 5 years to assist in development efforts and fighting the AIDS crisis. These good relations, strong economic ties, campaign by EAF politicians and the prosperity of the EAF have made the idea of joining the Federation popular in Malawi with over 60% of the population supporting the effort according to recent polls. A popular referendum is scheduled in the coming months.

by **Dentali** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 12:09 pm

Operation Skillful Leopard
EAF Invades Somalia

A series of Airstrikes on Al-Shabaab positions south of Buur Gaabo kicked off the offensive, knocking out a few of the heavier weapons the terrorists had around. Hind Helicopters supported the 3rd division spearheading the advance as the lack of good roads meant that infantry had to do the lion's share of the work pushing towards the first target of the Offensive. Within 3 hours of fighting the town hall of Buur Gaabo had been captured. This however was expected, as the plan of Al-Shabaab seemed to be to fortify Kismaayo and just buy time to prepare the defenses.

American and other allied bombers focused on Kismaayo, gathering intelligence and keeping the enemy disrupted. Meanwhile The armored forces of the 1st division stayed on the coastal highway, pushing at top speed. They broke through multiple barricades suffering only light casualties due to the substantial air support and technological advantage. They arrived in Kismaayo ahead of schedule and secured the airport but were forced to delay to allow for the 3rd Division to Catch up.

After the fall of Buur Gaabo the 11th Division launched its part of the operation with a surprise attack on Jamaame using Paratroopers. The city was quickly seized and provided a point which Kismaayo could be cut off from The rest of the AS forces. Casualties were particularly heavy due to the inexperience with this form of warfare but the troops held until tanks from the 1st division relieved them.

The united advance reached Jilib relatively on schedule and repelled a large scale raid by AS. The I Corps and the IV Corps then split up, with the I Corps (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Divisions) pushing along the highway towards Baraawe, Marka, and eventually Mogadishu. IV Corps (10th, 11th, and 12th Corps) turned north, striking inland and the 10th Corps began besieging Bu’aale. The 11th and 12th Corps continued North eventually linking up with an Ad-Hoc Regiment of Federal Somali Forces still holding Baardheere, the meeting provided a series of highly publicized videos and a PR coup for the EAF.

TLDR: Kismaayo taken, Bu’aale under siege, EAF advance reaches Baraawe and Baardheere and links with federal Somalia remnants.

by **NewLakotah** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 6:38 pm

February 2, 2022
Off the Coast of Syria

Contre-Admiral Rogers watched the shoreline of Syria as a litany of smaller vessels chugged along all around him, each with their own mission. The humanitarian supplies were already beginning to be offloaded, along with doctors and other specialists to help direct and train the Syrians on equipment use and whatnot. Others, the more daring, were going to try their hand at setting up refugee camps and aid stations closer to the Lebanese border to help deal with the influx of civilians escaping the violence. Meanwhile, Rogers stood on the bridge and simply stared out at the shoreline.

To his south was Lebanon, which was now in absolute chaos, something that the French Admiralty had decided to pass onto him. His job was now to be in charge of the French response to the entire situation as Italy had yielded operational authority over to him. Rogers smiled inwardly, this wasn’t going to be hard, right? Entering the most complex geopolitical chess game in the world, where one wrong move could cause the entire region to fall into chaos. No, perhaps chess was the wrong game. Jenga was more apt.

As of now, the Franco-Italian convoy of two aircraft carriers and an assortment of smaller warships were the first international responders to the crisis, at least in military terms. And that was by no means the entirety of the French response. Overhead somewhere were half a dozen or so Airbus A400Ms flying their covert operators into Syria, ready to begin the second part of the French involvement in the Middle East. De Jure, their missions fell under his command, but they clearly operated very independently, so he had felt more like them telling him what they were going to do, then vice versa. Still, the mission was clear. From the sea, Rogers and his fleet would coordinate with Syrian air forces and ground troops in dealing with Hezbollah, while the convoy offloaded their cargo of humanitarian aid.

DGSE had been coordinating with Syrian Intelligence now for quite some time and were now pretty well established in the area and with Syria pledging even more support, their likelihood of engaging Hezbollah targets in the next day or so were growing steadily higher. For now, however, he would wait. Priority of the mission called for the humanitarian aid to be dropped off then the fleet would withdraw somewhat and relocate several kilometres south, closer to the southern border between Israel and Lebanon, from where they would have the ability to strike with air and sea power against the targets presented to them. AIr Command was already getting a string of target potentials from the DGSE and were locating priority targets, after which, he would coordinate his strikes with Israel. Indicating their targets and when they were flying them to prevent any mishaps. No one wanted an international fiasco of Israel downing a French plane or vice versa. Not now especially.

Rogers had been lost in thought for some time, his mind working at a million miles per hour as he considering all the options and consequences of what the next few days would bring. If this was the chess game, what piece was he? The queen? The rook? The pawn? He was well aware by now, as most members of the French upper command, of what France wanted from his little mission. That knowledge brought him little comfort.

“Admiral, message from Damascus.” A voice from behind Rogers interrupted his long contemplation. He turned and looked at the young Lieutenant. Roux, Rogers thought. That was his name. A good man, good future.
“Thank you, Lieutenant.” He said stepping forward. “Report.”

“Sir, the 13e RDP has landed and are assembling for their move south.”

“Good. Thank you, Roux. What is the situation in the port? Do you know?”

“All seems well, sir.”

“Perfect, prepare to send word to the Cavour. Tell them we will be heading south as soon as the supplies are finished. Also…” He paused. “Send word to the Israeli High Command. French fleet preparing for operational deployment. Will coordinate with you over airstrikes. Understood?”

“Yes, sir!”

Damascus, Syria
February 2, 2022
13th Parachute Dragoon Regiment

The air convoy had landed. On board were three squadrons of some of the most elite soldiers in the French military, the members of the 13th Parachute Dragoon Regiment. These men were apart of the advance force that was to coordinate and train with the Syrian Defence Forces as well as conduct operations against Hezbollah targets as they came up. Along with them came a smaller group of law enforcement experts, mostly drawn from the Gendarmerie who would primarily act as trainers and advisors to the Syrian forces they were attached to in migrant interdiction and border security.

The latter of the airbuses were purely for the equipment of the 13e RDP, such as the VLFSes that would be the primary tool the the 13th used in strikes and mobility. The three squadrons of elite Dragoons each had separate tasks, something they had prepared for before the long flight and even during. One squad, along with the attached LE trainers, were going to be training two Syrian battalions, the 1st and the 5th, in border security, counter terrorism, close quarters combat, migrant interdiction, and reconnaissance. Another would operate along the Lebanese border, conducting intelligence missions, direct action raids, and deep reconnaissance against Hezbollah. Destroying any chance at a safe haven in Syria and working to eliminate the terrorist military force as quickly as possible. The third was the HQ support section, which would coordinate the 13e’s detachments with the French High Command and Admiral Rogers.

Finally, there was the extra group of men dressed in military uniforms. However, they were not, in fact, members of the 13e Dragoons. They were from the DGSE. More specifically, the elite covert ops members from the Action Division. Specialised in covert black operations, intelligence gathering, and pretty much anything that France would want to keep under the radar. All in all, it was quite the expeditionary force sent from France to assist in defeating the terrorist wing of Hezbollah.

Major Henri Jacques was one of the first men off of the planes. On the ground he saw several government officials from Syria as well as a group of Syrian Army soldiers. They looked official as well, likely staff officers. He moved forward to greet them as they came forward.

“Welcome to Damascus, commander!” He heard one of them say. Jacques looked at the man and saw the insignia of a colonel.

“Thank you, Colonel. I am Major Henri Jacques of the 13e Parachute Dragoon Regiment. If I am not mistaken, you are going to escort to our Syrian army counterparts, no?”

The colonel nodded. “That will be me. Colonel Khalil, at your service. There will be two battalions waiting at the base for your training, Major. The 1st and 5th infantry battalions. Selected and vetted by the best minds in the Syrian Army and the best of the French DGSE. Many of them are veterans of the War. Trained by the Americans. For the Syrian Border Security Force. You remember, yes?”

Jacques nodded as they stood watching the men offloading their gear and getting to their vehicles.
“Yes, I remember. Very good. It will be a privilege to work with them.” He looked around. “Last time I was in Syria, things were different.” He finished with a small smile. Khalil looked at him with a bit of surprise.

“You were here in the War?”

“Yes, fighting ISIS.”

“Good! Thank you.” Khalil said with a strong smile. “Fuck ISIS.”

Jacques returned the smile.

“Fuck ISIS.”

Yes, this time in Syria was going to be a hell of a lot different.

The men of the 13e Dragoons moved with efficiency and soon they had their vehicles ready. Jacques, however, was not riding with them, instead choosing the vehicle with Colonel Khalil to get a little bit more information of the situation on the ground that his men were heading into as well as on the two battalions of Syrian soldiers that they were to be training and working with. Other Syrian army vehicles had taken their places at both the head and rear of the column, to provide a little extra security. His second in command, Captain Andre Sachevsky was put in command and in the lead French vehicle of the French section of the column, which was now the centre, as they began their drive south to the Quneitra Governorate.

Official Statement from the French Republic on the Crisis in Somalia

Today, the the shocking news of a terrorist strike in the heart of Somalia has rocked the nation and the world. We fully condemn the terrorist forces occupying the city and we are ready to pledge our support to the Somalian peoples and to the coalition of forces from around the world that is pressing in to eliminate this target.

Somalia has had a rough and rocky history, however, it has been moving closer towards freedom and democracy and stability in the past decade. This event and shocking collapse is not only a major setback on this road to recovery, but a threat to international security. The state of Somalia cannot be left to be run as a terrorist state. Not while so many innocents will suffer and not while the shipping lanes running up to the Suez Canal would be left so exposed to the actions of madmen and criminals.

We are committing our forces, in a limited regard, to helping the coalition, now lead by the EAF, in dealing with this terrorist threat. We are pledging intelligence sharing support and air strikes, as well as limited ground troops, in this operation against radical terrorism in North Africa. France has made the pledge to our African allies across North Africa, that we will be there in their struggle against terrorism. Today, as we will every day, we are ready to fulfill that pledge and bring stability back to the Horn of Africa.

God Bless France

God Bless the Republic

President Jean-Pierre Blanchet

by **Hypron** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 7:21 pm

Rome, Italy, Feb. 2, 2022

Letta was pacing back and forth. The French were getting the Italians involved in their Middle Eastern scuffles. Not that he was complaining, in fact he was glad. A little heads up would have been great, however. But, now that's not the important issue. He picks up his phone and phoned Bari after quickly getting an notice from the Italian Embassy in Damascus.

Taranto, Italy

The docks would be busy for the night. Prime Minister Letta has finally decided to commit to the Middle Eastern region, dispatching the Mechanized Brigade "Pinerolo" to the Middle East to assist against Hezbollah. Consisting of Centauro 120 tank destroyers, Freccia IFVs, and over 4,500 infantry, the battalion would be shipped from Taranto to Latakia in Syria, where the French docking permissions were extended to the Italians. Once there, they would unload and move towards the operations area. The convoy of Italian ships carrying them would have left by the morning of the 3rd.

by **American Pere Housh** » Fri Jan 21, 2022 9:38 pm

Arvenia wrote:Recent News
Blesk
February 3, 2022

Israeli-Turkish Alliance?
MIDDLE EAST - Recently, Turkey has made a controversial decision in regards to the growing conflict between Israel and Syria. It has decided to move the Turkish Embassy to Israel from Tel-Aviv to Jerusalem, recognize the Golan Heights as Israeli territory and side with Israel if war breaks out. Turkey justified the Israeli control of the Golan Heights as being the result of a failed attack on Israel by both Syria and Egypt. Turkey did also pressure the Lebanese government into banning Hezbollah or risk being branded as a "State Sponsor of Terrorism", which may open up doors for future airstrikes on the Shi'ite paramilitary group. The Transitional Authority condemned the Turkish statement and said that Syria may have to call upon the Arab League for assistance if such war breaks out. Meanwhile, the Czechoslovak government had fiercely denounced Turkey for such statement, with Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) describing the latter's statement as a "complete disregard for regional stability". He also denounced President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan as a "Turkish ultranationalist" and advised the Turkish government to not get involved in the Israeli-Syrian conflict. At the same time, many parties such as Progressive Czechoslovakia (PČ), the Brand New Left (ZLN), the Czechoslovak Social Democratic Party (ČSSD), the Green Party of Czechoslovakia (SZČ), the Liberal Democratic Movement (LDH), the Liberal National Social Party (LSNS), the Hungarian Coalition Party (MKP) and the Silesian People's Front (SLF) have all planned to retaliate against Turkey by bringing forth a legislation that would have Czechoslovakia fully recognize the Armenian Genocide. The Civic Democratic Party (ODS), the dominant party in the current coalition government, has fully expressed its support for such legislation.

Jihadists Takes Control of Mogadishu
SOMALIA - Al-Shabaab, a Sunni Islamist terrorist organization, has taken control of Mogadishu, the national capital of Somalia. This came after the group carried out a bombing that killed President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed and several members of his cabinet. As a result, the bombing has completely paralyzed the Somali government, allowing several thousand Al-Shabaab fighters to enter the city with the help of several loyal warlords. Both the city's police chief and several other government officials have officially pledged allegiance to the group following the takeover. Agatha Kinigi, the President of the East African Federation, immediately called for an emergency session in the East African Parliament and then mobilized the East African military. He ordered troops to be deployed to the border and called upon various government agencies to prepare for an influx of refugees from Somalia. He also said the following:

"I refuse to stand by and watch another slaughter of our neighbors, we have taken in countless refugees who have each detailed the horrors witnessed in Somalia. We have a moral responsibility to do everything in our power to assist them."

Meanwhile, the US began announcing fleet deployments to Somalia in response to the recent coup, while Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) expressed concern over the worsening situation. Fiala had stated that Czechoslovakia would be cooperating with both the East African Federation and the US in de-escalating the situation and kicking Al-Shaabab out of Mogadishu.

Nationalist Crisis in the United Kingdom
UNITED KINGDOM - The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) has recently been hit by a crisis concerning the rise of nationalist protests across major British cities such as Edinburgh, Oxford, Birmingham and London. The protesters were aggressively expressing
their support for the far-right British National Party (BNP), while throwing bricks and breaking windows. The British police were forced to suppress the protests by force with tear gas, batons and water cannons. Meanwhile, the British government had actively ordered citizens to stay at home as more aggressive violence was expected. However, even when the police eventually put down the protests, many BNP supporters refused to attend a crisis meeting in the British Parliament, while they began rallying outside the Buckingham Palace following a condemnation from the King-Regent. Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) and his cabinet expressed concern over the violence, with Foreign Minister Ivan Korčok (STAN) advising all Czechoslovaks to immediately leave and avoid the UK at all cost. On the other hand, many Czechoslovak parties such as Progressive Czechoslovakia (PČ), the Brand New Left (ZLN), the Czechoslovak Social Democratic Party (ČSSD), the Green Party of Czechoslovakia (SZČ), the Union of Conservative Liberals (UKL), the Romani Defence League (ROL), the Liberal Democratic Movement (LDH), the Democratic Workers' Party (DDS) and the Liberal National Social Party (LSNS) denounced the nationalist violence, while National Sovereignty and Direct Democracy (NSPD), the Civic Conservative Party (OKS) and the Workers' Party for Social Justice (DSSS) jointly praised the BNP for "standing up to both political correctness and foreign invasion".

Foreign Affairs
To: Republic of Turkey
From: Czechoslovak Federative Republic
Subject: Condemnation
Encryption: Enigma
Dear President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, I am saddened to see your country making a very bad decision in regards to peace and stability in the Middle East. I have made it clear that I won't see any conflict in the region, yet you continue to encourage that. While I have apologized to the Syrian government for my aggressive response to the conflict surrounding the Golan Heights, you have decided to switch sides and tried to provoke Syria. Not only that, but you had the gut to pressure Lebanon into banning Hezbollah. Yes, Hezbollah is a terrorist group, but your country has also sponsored other terrorist groups such as the Grey Wolves, the al-Nusra Front, the Ahrar al-Sham and even ISIL. You are nothing but an opportunistic scum who is willing to start unnecessary wars and curb civil liberties at all cost. I advise your government to not get involved in the Israeli-Syrian conflict. Plus, I am also saddened to see your country still being part of NATO.

Sincerely, Prime Minister Petr Fiala

To: East African Federation
From: Czechoslovak Federative Republic
Subject: Assistance
Encryption: High
Dear President Agatha Kinigi, I fully stand with your country after Al-Shabaab had completely taken control of Mogadishu. Those jihadists cannot win and must be banished from the city. I would express my interest in assisting you in case Al-Shabaab attempts to get into your country. I fully express my desire to keep the terrorist group out of any country and restore peace to Somalia. What kind of assistance do you need?

Sincerely, Prime Minister Petr Fiala

Ankara, Turkey
Presidential Palace
February 6th, 2022

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan was reading the response from the Syrians and the Czechoslovakians with amusement. He stood up from his desk and walked to the window looking out over Ankara sighing thinking, "Even I know what my ancestors did was wrong." He walked out of his office with his security detail escorting him out to where his helicopter was located and climbed aboard. The helicopter bought back in 2014 is the same kind used by the American President with similar protective features. The helicopter flies to the Defense Ministry where he is planning to discuss possible invasion plans for Syria. The helicopter lands at the Defense Ministry where Defense Minister Hulusi Akar where is standing waiting. The President climbs down the steps and shakes hand with Hulusi, "Hulusi, I believe you heard about the reaction from the Syrian government?"

As they walked inside Hulusi responded, "Indeed I have Mr. President. Our message seems to be making them nervous enough to even threaten to seize the Hatay Province and even threatened to sic the Arab League on us. The only countries that would be a possible threat would be Iraq, Egypt and maybe the Saudis though I believe we should be able to handle the entire League on our own should we have to. The Czechoslovakians are just being idiots accusing us of curbing civil liberties when we have been doing the exact opposite. As to sponsoring terrorism, we know they are lying though their teeth so I suggest we respond soon."

Recep nodded his head, "I quite agree that we should respond. That is currently being dealt with at this moment." They continued their conversation for several hours before agreeing to deploy 2 armored brigades and 2 fighter wings to Hatay Province.

To:The Czechoslovak Federative Republic
From:President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Turkey
Encryption:Enigma

Dear Prime Minister Petr Fiala,

We have not made a bad decision regarding peace and stability in the Middle East as we regard Syria's attempted theft of sovereign Israeli territory as the true threat to peace and stability in the Middle East. While the whole world thinks we suddenly reversed course on our position regarding the Golan Heights, our recognition of the Heights as Israeli territory came into effect back in 2003 when my administration took office but we kept it quiet because as to not antagonize Assad. Now that he is out of power, we have decided to make it official. Now on your accusation that we have supported terrorist groups which is a complete lie. Unless you have evidence to support your claim then I believe you should apologize immediately. Without my nation you wouldn't even be a member of NATO while Turkey has been with NATO for 70 years protecting its Southeaster flank. We will only get involved if and only if war breaks out.

Sincerely,
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

by **Nancivania** » Sat Jan 22, 2022 1:01 am

Islamic Republic of Iran

Official Proclamation From the Office of the Supreme Leader

The American Empire has for years continued in it’s drive to stifle and repress the people of this nation through the use of economic sanctions! Our people and our nation stood strong despite this blatant attack on us. They accused us of being a threat to peace despite us only wanting to push back against Western aggression from both the American troops and fleets within the region as well as the expansionist and genocidal Zionists who continue to illegally occupy the Levant!

Yet, when we finally at last managed to work out an agreement in 2015 to see a lifting of hostilities they proceeded to leave said agreement after only a year, despite all our effort to follow the agreement to the letter!

They accuse us of continuing development of nuclear weapons despite our actions since the signing of the treaty being solely peaceful in nature and any accusations against us being undoubtedly baseless.

What we are about to say we shall say once. This shall be the final overture towards rapprochement to America from us, we urge the American government to act in the best interest of both of our peoples in this ordeal.

Unless the 2015 agreement is revived, or a new agreement resulting in the lifting of sanctions is agreed to, we shall restart our nuclear program with a drive and ferocity we have as of yet not displayed in this matter.

We once again urge the government of the United States to act rationally and allow cooler heads to prevail, may we not let this final chance at peace slip through our fingers.

Message to: Hezbollah

To our Levantine friends and allies against the Zionists

We would very much be willing to provide you with additional missile systems for use in your righteous battle against the evil "state" of Israel. However any delivery of said weapons would be infeasible at this moment due to the current conflict in the region.

Talks of when and in what quantity these weapons may be provided can be held as soon as the Imperialists give us a moment respite.

Message to: Republic of Armenia

To our ancient and cultured friends

We wish to formally tell you, before the news reaches the public, that our Islamic Republic is set to formally recognize the unjust genocide against your people commit by the Turks during the events of the First World War.

We hope our two nations may continue to work together towards the goal of economic prosperity and regional stability

Legislation

Bill to recognize the Armenian Genocide: Passed
Bill to recognize the present government of Syria: Blocked
Bill to recognize the present government of North Korea: Blocked

by **NewLakotah** » Sat Jan 22, 2022 3:18 pm

Collaboration between France and East African Federation

Arusha, EAF
February 4, 2022

Kinigi: "President Blanchet it’s a pleasure to meet you in person."

"Thank you, Madame President. It is a honour to meet you as well. I hope we can look forward to strong and close cooperation between us through this Pact."

Kinigi: "This relationship could be a true game changer for our people. The actions of superpowers like China and the inability of the USA to rein in Israel show us now more than ever we can’t let them run the show… our alliance could be the foundation for a new balance of power in the world."

"Absolutely," Blanchet nodded in agreement."The world is becoming more and more chaotic. It is important to develop strong relationships in these times. A key part of our policy is investment and development of Africa, something that we been engaged in for sometime. This agreement will pave the way for the new future, with Africa not playing a secondary role to anyone, but leading us into the future.

Our agreement should be as follows: All parties, France and the East African Federation, will pledge to support economic development and increase economic cooperation between our two countries, reduce the trade barriers through a trade agreement, help developing countries invest into clean energy sources for the future, and form a core of mutual defence between our nations as well as close cooperation between our militaries when practicable. As this agreement grows, and we believe it will very soon throughout Western Africa particularly, we both will work to increase economic development partnerships with these countries and help create a better and safer future. Was there more you wished to have, Madame President?"

Kinigi: "As long as your nation treats our nation and the nations of Africa with the respect they deserve, then I will happily accept this agreement."

"Of course. We most certainly agree. With that, we are honoured to have a full partnership with your country and hope that this partnership grows stronger."

Kinigi: "Likewise Mr President… reliable friends are hard to come by, I feel however you could be one."

"I am glad you do. I feel the same."

France and the East African Federation Announce Global Support Pact

President Agatha Kinigi of the East African Federation and President Jean-Pierre Blanchet of France met today in Arusha, the City of Agreements, to sign the Global Support Pact.

This treaty is a comprehensive treaty encompassing Mutual Defense, Free Trade, Intelligence Sharing, Diplomatic Coordination, and Joint Economic Investment between the two powers. It is the first military alliance the EAF has signed since its formation.

The stated goals of the pact are to ‘provide for mutual defense, stability, and prosperity of signatory nations’ and have stated a keen interest in the ‘growth and development of African Nations.’ It is expected the signatories intend to take an active hand in African interstate politics shaping the growth of the emerging continent.

It is unclear how this alliance will interact with NATO or the African Union, but the interests of NATO are not expected to be majorly affected by this new relationship. Markets reacted positively to this news with the promise of increased trade between the signatories, and several EAF companies have already expressed interest in expanding operations to France.

President Kinigi has also expressed an openness to allowing other nations into the GSP, stating ‘this begins as a bilateral alliance but I do not expect that course to continue for too long.”

Likewise, President Blanchet of France touted the agreement in a press conference and upon returning to France.

“This is an historic agreement that allows us to increase our international cooperation across Africa and the world. This is a bilateral agreement, but it is unlikely to remain that way for long. We are continuing to pursue our interests across Africa and beyond.”

This agreement comes after several diplomatic missions and economic packages have been signed by President Blanchet in dealing with what he calls “La Communauté française”, a new investment and economic cooperation plan across Northern Africa within countries that were once apart of the French Community until the 1960s. Something that also has included thousands of French soldiers committed to counter-terrorism across the region. Blanchet said he hopes to increase the cooperation and formalise said Community in the coming weeks to months. Blanchet gave no straight answer on which other nations would be welcomed into the agreement, instead focusing on what would be apart of it.

“This is a joint pact on economic levels, on environmental levels, on diplomatic, and so on. We are looking for partners who share our values and our interests for peace and cooperation in the world. This will include economic investment programs and brain-sharing through training and education and cross-cultural experiences. As well as cooperation on technology and green energy. For developing nations, it is vital to ensure their economies are green as they develop, to prevent the mess that exists within China or in other economies making the leap into industrialization."

by **TENNOHEIKA BANZAI NIHON** » Sat Jan 22, 2022 6:52 pm

Prime Minister's Office
Tel Aviv, Israel
January 28, 2022
3:30 PM

The Security Cabinet had convened for the second time of the day, but now at the Prime Minister's Office. The mood was nothing short of serious as every few minutes, aides brought in news of airstrikes and updated casualty lists.

Lt. General Kochav held out a list of targets to the Prime Minister. "The IDF has finally begun to get its grasp on the situation. We are preparing to deliver strikes to various locations across Lebanon, including attacks on the Hezbollah headquarters, Al-Manar TV station, and several key figures. We shall also begin operations to drop leaflets across South Lebanon and Beirut to both warn the populace and the government, all ahead of our planned ground offensive."

Prime Minister Netanyahu nodded, shifting through the list. "Hold off on the Al-Manar strike. We might be able to do that will less scrutiny if we wait. That is the problem with an international coalition on our backs. We can't do whatever we want. International support for Israel's war on Hezbollah is very high right now, so let's not jeopardize that." He paused, changing the subject. "Nevermind that tangent, who shall we be striking tonight?"

"Sir between the Mossad and us, our first target's name is Hassan Habib Merhi. He is a middle-level operative for Hezbollah a one of their special forces commanders. If the name sounds familiar, it is because he was under indictment for his role in the death of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri." Kochav held out a picture. "We have tracked him to a location in south Lebanon, and have eyes in the air tracking his movement as we speak. He will be gone within two hours. The second target is Hezbollah Press Officer Hussein Nabulsi. He will be a little bit harder to strike, but we wanted to hold him accountable for his participation in the 2006 war, and being a press officer, we managed to find his location easier than other commanders. Since he lives in Beirut, he may get a more quiet death via SMASH Dragon though."

"Very good." said Gantz. "With full mobilization underway, we shall be prepared to launch ground operations within a few days. If we can just keep their fighters pinned down, keep them alert at every hour, it will make things much easier for our troops on the ground. I intend to have flares launched over the south every half-hour, and jets constantly in the air. Once darkness falls, the Hezbollah enemy will find no opportunity to attack, nor will they find any rest."

"What of our operations against their senior commanders? How is our intelligence doing on that?" asked Netanyahu.

"We are currently looking into the whereabouts of Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah and his deputies. Nasrallah moves around constantly so he will be hard to locate. He knows we want to get to him, and so he is hiding from us. Right now we are looking at targeting his personal house in a strike tonight. He won't be there, but at least he will personally suffer for the terror he has unleashed on all of us. He will know the same fear of our citizens, cowering in bunkers while their homes are under attack, being blown up by Hezbollah rockets." said Kochav. "Nasrallah may not be targetable yet, but eventually some of his lower-ranking commanders will slip up, and we will eliminate them one by one at each opportunity."

Netanyahu nodded, passion in his eyes. "The leaders of Hezbollah have gotten rich and fat off of the suffering of the people they say they protect, and off of war against us. Now it is time for all of that to go up in flames."

"Speaking of which," interjected Gantz, "the IDF has prepared itself to launch another major cyberattack within the next hour. The newest target will be the al-Qard al-Hasan Association, the Hezbollah financial arm. The aim is to put their electronic systems out of action, cutting them off from donations by sponsors. This will be in addition to a cyber attack on the Jihad Al Bina website, the Hezbollah construction company, as well as continued jamming attempts of their Al-Manar news station."

"Very well." said Netanyahu. "They started this war, and they will pay a deep price for it. This will not be a repeat of 2006. This will be the defining war where Hezbollah ceased to exist."

Across Israel
January 28, 2022
4 PM

While IDF jets and drones swept though southern Lebanon, searching for Hezbollah targets, the army was conducting its own operations ahead of the planned offensive. The boom of artillery was almost constant, shells targeting Hezbollah outposts and areas where Hezbollah movement was spotted. Tanks had been given the order to advance near the border, while IDF snipers took up positions with orders to fire on any armed militants that approached the border.

While reservists everywhere were reporting to their units, F-15 and F-16 aircraft from the 201st, 133rd, 119th, 109th, and 106th squadrons were being deployed for special targeted strikes against Hezbollah. Consisting of 70 aircraft from the different squadrons, 28 F-15s and 42 F-16 aircraft were taking to the skies against their targets.

For most of the aircraft, their missions were fairly simple, aircraft dropping their JDAMs or other assorted munitions on 30 targeted ammunition storage dumps, 10 identified medium range rocket launchers, 5 Hezbollah training camps, as well as a tunnel entrance and a rocket factory. But for 8 select F-15Es from the 106th, as well as 6 F-16Is from the 201st, their targets required much more complex operations. For 6 of the F-15s and 3 F-16s, their target would be the main Hezbollah headquarters building, with orders to destroy it.

As the group of 9 planes circled over their target in attack formation, they flew a pass over to check for civilians. Seeing none, five minutes after arriving on target they began their strike. Sweeping down, seven of the aircraft jettisoned their 2,000 pound JDAMs into the building below in rapid succession, sending a ball of fire and smoke into the air. Watching from above, the pilots shared a sigh of relief when the building collapsed entirely, bringing the once proud building into a heap of rubble.

Elsewhere over southern Beirut, 2 F-15s and 3 F-16s flew low overhead residential homes, finding their target - the Secretary General's mansion. Accelerating their jets to create a sonic boom over the neighborhood, announcing their presence, the jets circled for fifteen minutes to ensure that there would be no civilians in the surrounding areas. Dropping a small bomb on the lawn of the property to serve as a warning to civilians, the jet proceeded to wait another fifteen minutes of circling before their actual attack began. Dropping a mix of 500lb JDAMs and 250lb MLGBs, 2 F-15 and a F-16 obliterated the home, sending it up in flames and leaving it as a heap of smoking debris.

Meanwhile in southern Lebanon, a Heron HP drone stealthily tracked its target - Hezbollah Special Forces Commander Hassan Habib Merhi. As the car drove down a more desolate road, the perfect time to strike had come, and the operator safe in Israel fired the FASTLIGHT guided bomb, blowing up the car and its occupant in a small explosion, a burning wreck all that remained of the vehicle.

All while planes flew through the air striking targets, troops on the ground firing artillery, IDF cyber operations were going in full swing. Targeting Jihad Al Bina website, as well as continued disruption attempts on the Al-Manar news station, the IDF was beginning an unprecedented form of attack against Hezbollah, with more planned targets coming down the pipeline. Primarily focusing on Hezbollah-affiliated organizations, the worst of the attacks was yet to come.

IDF Continues Strikes Across Lebanon After Hezbollah Rockets, Operation Declared
January 28, 2022
5 PM

Just minutes ago an IDF spokesperson announced that the IDF has declared an operation in Lebanon against Hezbollah, dubbed 'Operation Heroes of Ghajar,' in honor of the fallen of the Ghajar attack. Launching a series of airstrikes in the past hours, the IDF says it has destroyed a total of 50 ammunition storage sites, 22 medium-range rocket launchers, 127 short-range rocket launchers, 11 observation towers, 4 rocket factories, 5 training camps, and 2 tunnel entrances.

According to local sources, strikes have included the Hezbollah headquarters as well as the home of a top Hezbollah commander in southern Beirut. Additional strikes reported killed Hassan Habib Merhi, a Hezbollah Special Forces Commander infamous for his role in the murder of Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri in 2005.

Mobilization is in full swing as of earlier today, with IDF reservists being ordered to report to their units immediately. Commentators have speculated this recent development, as well a the declaration of an operation represents increasing chances of an IDF ground offensive.

While information regarding the death toll of Hezbollah rocket attacks still remains unclear, the IDF confirmed that 40 Israelis, both Arabs and Jews, were dead as a result of the initial rocket attacks, with many more wounded and several in critical condition.

In a warning to Hezbollah and the Lebanese government, Defense Minister Gantz told the press, "We will not stop until Hezbollah and their backers have been wiped off the face of the Earth. I want all the backers of Hezbollah to know - we are watching you, and justice will be swift. Whoever assists terrorism will pay the ultimate price."

This is a developing story. Please check back for more updates.

Skies of Lebanon
January 28, 2022
6:30 PM

While aircraft continued to linger overhead Lebanon, a small SMASH Dragon drone was flying over the roof-tops to it target. In a similar fashion to its previous Syrian victim, the drone silently identified its target - Hezbollah Press Officer Hussein Nabulsi. Taking aim at its target using its Smart Shooter technology, the drone zeroed in on its target, the man sitting in his car. Hovering high above, the drone let loose a small bust of gunfire.

BANG BANG BANG!

Three 5.56×45mm rounds from the mounted M-16 piercing the windshield before striking their target, now limp. For good measure, another round was fired at the man's head. BANG!

As quickly as the violence has begun, the drone now turned back towards home, it objective complete.

Meanwhile IDF jets and cargo planes were flying high over the region, dropping thousands of leaflets in both Arabic, English, and French over south Lebanese villages, as well as Beirut. Jets flew low over cities, the boom of their engines loud over the local communities. Orders were to continue flights all night long, to ensure that any Hezbollah attack could be quickly eliminated, as well as to let them know the IDF was always overhead.

by **New Provenance** » Sat Jan 22, 2022 8:02 pm

CNN International
The Most Trusted Name in News

8 February 2022

Biden White House announces 'sweeping changes' in East Asia policy, publicizes aims to strengthen relations between US, East Asian nations

WASHINGTON, D.C.- The Biden White House announced Friday 'sweeping changes' in the United States' East Asia foreign and military policy, following a comprehensive review of the U.S.'s presence in East Asia by the Department of Defense, the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee, and the Biden administration. The White House has so far been fairly inactive on the rise of the People's Republic of China and its continuing hardline stance on the South China Sea and other matters over which it clashes with America and the West. The White House also publicized documents announcing the administration's aims to strengthen relations - diplomatically, economically and military - between the United States and East Asian nations through high-level diplomatic meetings, starting with Russia.

Secretary of State Anthony Blinken puts pressure on Israel to cooperate with Syria over Golan Height, Hezbollah tensions

WASHINGTON, D.C.- In a State Department press conference yesterday, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, less than two weeks after his return from his Syria trip with Vice President Kamala Harris, placed pressure on Israel to cooperate with Syria over the rising bilateral tensions over the Israeli occupation of the Golan Heights and Hezbollah's increased activity in the same region. Secretary of State Blinken stated that Israel 'must abide by the Paris agreement made whether or not it was the agreement they wanted the most', remarking that violating the agreement would be counted as violating 'basic diplomatic principles that have been in use for centuries'. While the Biden White House itself has yet to put pressure on President Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel itself, the State Department's change in rhetoric suggests a fundamental change in views of Israel within the federal government.

US airstrikes kill two high-level Al-Shabaab commanders, Pentagon to increase communication with EAF for Somalia operations

WASHINGTON, D.C.- According to an official statement by the Department of Defense, a US drone airstrike outside the city of Marca, just south of Mogadishu, has killed two high-level Al-Shabaab commanders. The Department of the Navy's public spokesperson confirmed this statement hours ago, stating that the two commanders' death 'will prove to be a heavy blow to Al-Shabaab operations in the area'. The statement comes after joint airstrikes between the United States Air Force and the EAF's own air units against Al-Shabaab positions in anticipation for the deployment of EAF troops into Somalia. In Somalia-related news, the Pentagon released today a formal statement in conjunction with the Department of State detailing plans to increase communications with the East African Federation for further U.S. operations in Somalia.

Bipartisan defense spending increase bill in the works, Senate Democrats say

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Top Senate Democrats revealed during various interviews throughout this week that a 'hefty' bipartisan defense spending increase bill is in the works in conjunction with 'more than four Senate Republicans'. These senators, including Elizabeth Warren, Jeanne Shaheen, Mark Kelly and Bernie Sanders, who is caucusing with the Democratic Party, have repeatedly over the past few weeks voiced concern over the need for an increase in U.S. defense spending in order to cope with 'rising security threats that need to be quelled or fully eliminated before it threatens the American people directly'. While some attribute the bill to rising Middle East tensions, experts point to the rise of China as the probable cause, as a substantial part of the bill focuses on expanding the reach of the U.S. military across the Pacific through the expansion of naval bases, strengthening of forces in the Pacific and East Asia regions, and the procurement of more modern weaponry to be stationed in these regions.

by **The Manticoran Empire** » Sun Jan 23, 2022 8:08 am

XIONHUA
NEWS
AGEMCY

Volume 91, Issue 2
February 2022

China

PLA announces units for fall exercises in South Sea.

Hu Ko, Reference News
1 February
Sanya--The Southern Theater Command of the PLA has announced that the 18th Frigate Detachment, 6th Landing Ship Detachment, and 1st Marine Brigade will be taking part in military exercises in the South Sea this fall. The exact dates for the exercises have not yet been released, as they are contingent on the typhoon season. However, a spokesperson for the PLA has stated that the exercises are intended to demonstrate the capabilities of the PLAN and PLANMC and test their readiness to defend the People against hostile action.

World

War in Somalia

Li Hua Ko, People’s Daily
3 February 2022
Arusha--The President of Somalia, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, was killed yesterday by Al-Shabaab militants. The bombing, which also killed most of the Somali cabinet, was followed swiftly by an Al-Shabaab offensive.

In response, the East African Federation mobilized its armed forces and voted to intervene in the conflict. They were joined within hours by the United States, who announced the deployment of their Fifth Fleet to engage targets in Somalia.

The Paramount leader spoke this morning, expressing his concern over the instability in Somalia but avoiding any mention of potential military involvement.

Amid rising tensions, Turkey switches position on Jawlan.

Shing Yen
4 February 2022
Ankara--Turkey, once a vocal opponent of Israel, has switched sides amid continued Arab-Israeli tensions. Yesterday, President Erdogan released a statement, announcing that Turkey would be moving its official embassy to Jerusalem and providing its official recognition to Israeli control of the Jawlan.

The statement came amid active combat in Southern Lebanon and Northern Israel, sparked by the Israeli attacks that killed fifty Lebanese civilians on the 28th. Since the initial Israeli attack, more Israeli airstrikes have gone in, butchering dozens more civilians in indiscriminate bombardments of Lebanese cities.

The Paramount Leader spoke today about the conflict, calling it, “A disgrace to the world” and condemned the Turkish decision as, “Establishing a precedent which will only encourage conflict.”

Earlier today, the Foreign Ministry released a statement in which they condemned Israel and Turkey, calling for an end to the Israeli strikes and a reversal of the Turkish position.

Change in leadership, policy in North Korea

Shen Lu
4 February 2022
Seoul--North Korea has broken its long silence, confirming what many had believed. A small civil war had been fought, with Kim Jong-un being replaced by his sister. In a statement released earlier this week, Kim Yo-jong announced that she would be seeking a permanent peace with the United States and South Korea, as well as granting the United States permission to enter North Korea and retrieve war dead.

This marks a significant shift in North Korean policy but also a major possibility for the People. The Paramount Leader, when asked for comment, indicated he would be speaking with the North Koreans about providing them with aid during their transition.

Sports

Economy

Science and Technology

Entertainment

by **New Provenance** » Sun Jan 23, 2022 10:51 pm

CNN International
The Most Trusted Name in News

11 February 2022

Department of Defense announces fortification of East Asia forces through naval and army deployments to Guam, Hawaii

WASHINGTON, D.C.- The Department of Defense announced yesterday through a press conference at the Pentagon by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin the Biden administration's intention to fortify America's East Asia forces through naval and army deployments to Guam and Hawaii. While Sec. Austin did not go into full details as, according to him, the finalized numbers are still being considered by USPACOM command, experts estimate that somewhere between 2,000 and 8,000 US Army troops will be deployed to Guam and Hawaii, the United States's most forward bases in the Pacific region, as well as two aircraft carriers and their respective strike groups. The President remarked during a recent press conference that a US Navy operation in the South China Sea to enforce international law is being floated and could begin as soon as mid-March.

President Biden addresses the nation on North Korea, welcomes change with open arms

WASHINGTON, D.C.- President Joseph R. Biden addressed the nation on primetime television last night in regard to North Korea, where he welcomed the 'recent changes towards creating a more prosperous and peaceful state there in the North' with open arms, stating that the United States looks forward to increased cooperation with the new North Korean government under Kim Yo-jong. According to the president, the United States' delay in response to the changes in North Korea, made late last January, was due to 'the administration's focus on Middle Eastern and Somalian affairs'. President Biden affirmed his support for Kim Yo-jong's new government and hinted at a possible Biden-Kim summit sometime soon.

Pentagon discussing incoming launch of Operation Revive Hope, to support reconstruction projects in Somalia, Syria and North Korea

WASHINGTON, D.C.- According to a routine report from the Pentagon and the White House jointly, discussions on the incoming launch of Operation Revive Hope, a massive $1.2 billion collaboration project between the U.S. Army and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), created to support reconstruction projects all over the world but primarily in Somalia, Syria and North Korea, has begun. The program was proposed by a bipartisan team of Senate Democrats and Republicans and was passed in mid-January to support Syrian reconstruction efforts as a small $350 million package, but was later expanded following the outbreak of conflict in Somalia and the welcome change in leadership in North Korea. President Biden is expected to address the nation regarding Revive Hope in the coming days.

by **Dentali** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 10:12 am

East African Federation Political Makeup

The East African Federation is made up of 7 “Major” political parties making up a 500 seat parliament. Parliamentary elections happen every 2 years and a Presidential election every 4 years.

The EAF was established in 2010 and was initially dominated by the “Union Party”, a big tent coalition that worked to create the EAF political system and institutions as well as the initial policies that would bind the EAF together. This party split in 2014 after the economic bubble burst. The Union party formally split into 3; The National Reconstruction Party (Center Right), The Centrist Democratic Party (Center), and the Democratic Union Party (Center Left), joining the Populist Front (Right Wing Populism), Liberty Party (Right Wing), African Socialist Party (Socialist), and the Alliance for Change (Green).

The Democratic Union Party (DUP) won the election in 2016 with a plurality under Agatha Kinigi. They formed the East African National Front as a coalition with the Centrist Democratic Party to get a majority, many members of the National Reconstruction Party would also frequently side with the coalition on economic issues. The 2018 and 2020 elections saw a majority for the coalition, and Kinigi won re-election in 2020 with 58% of the popular vote and the Coalition winning 52% of the popular vote.

The Populist Front
Voters in 2020: 6.9 million
Seats won in 2020: 35

The Populist Front is a populist right wing party which is centered in Burundi (5m), with its members making up the overwhelming majority of voters in the state with 5 million out of 5.6 million. Outside Burundi the party is most popular in Rwanda (1.5m).

The Liberty Party
Voters in 2020: 24.2 million
Seats won in 2020: 115

The Liberty Party is a right wing political party primarily in the rural areas of Kenya (12m) and Uganda (10m), though Rwanda (1m) and South Sudan (1m) also have substantial contingents.

The National Reconstruction Party
Voters in 2020: 19.3 million
Seats won in 2020: 75

The National Reconstruction Party is a Center Right Party centered in Tanzania (12m), with a sizable contingent in Uganda (6m).

Centrist Democratic Party
Voters in 2020: 10.2 million
Seats won in 2020: 85

The Centrist Democratic Party is a Centrist political party primarily based in Uganda (4m), with large contingents in Kenya (3m) and South Sudan (2m).

Democratic Union Party
Voters in 2020: 32,100,000
Seats won in 2020: 175

The Democratic Union Party is a Center Left Social Democratic party Primarily based in Tanzania 17m) , with a large contingent in Kenya (10m), and substantial contingents in Rwanda (2m), South Sudan (2m), and Uganda (1m).

African Socialist Party
Voters in 2020: 650,000
Seats won in 2020: 5

The African Socialist Party is a Socialist political party and is the smallest political party in the EAF with seats in Parliament. The largest contingent is in Tanzania (150k).

Alliance for Change and Progress
Voters in 2020: 1,200,000
Seats won in 2020: 10

The Alliance for Change and Progress is a Green Political Party primarily based in Rwanda (700k).

by **Dentali** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 10:35 am

Arms Purchases for the EAF

The East African Federation has announced a series of Arms purchases from various foreign countries

China
HJ-10 Anti Tank Weapons, 100 units for a total of $7.5 million
ZTZ-96 Main Battle Tanks, 25 units for a total of $32.5 million

France
Mortier 120mm Heavy Mortar, 20 units for a total of $20 million

Israel
LYNX Multiple Rocket Launcher, 20 units for a total of $90 million

Italy
B1 Centaruo Light Tanks, 50 units for a total of $25 million
Freccia Infantry Fighting Vehicles, 20 units for a total of $20 million

USA
Oshkosh L-ATV Scouting Vehicles, 50 units for a total of $150 million

USSR
Mi-28 Attack Helicopters, 2 units for a total of $24 million

Yugoslavia
BOV 2nd Generation APCs, 150 units for a total of $90 million
Lazar Armored Reconnaissance Vehicles, 20 units for a total of $12 million
Nora B-52 Self Propelled Artillery, 40 units for a total of $24 million

TOTAL
$495 million

by **Nitrana** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 10:43 am

THE TIMES
VARIOUS BNP OFFICIALS ARRESTED! IS THIS THE END OF THE CRISIS?

There have been several instances of arresting of BNP officials during London protests. As the London Police stated:”Named have been seen beating a black man.” However, the protests have recently calmed down as some moderate protesters stopped agreeing with the “Too Radical” NBP.

by **Dentali** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 11:01 am

Invasion of Somalia Part 2

Bu’alle fell to EAF troops after a 3 day siege, after which the 10th Corps moved Northeast across rough terrain to clear out dozens of villages and towns between the two main advances. The 1st Armored Division smashed through Marka and linked up with American forces outside Mogadishu where the 2nd Division and Somalian Federal sources began setting up a siege, between 5 and 8 thousand AS fighters were holding the city, and they were expected to be conscripting more fighters every day. The First Armored Division continued its drive along the main road, supported by the 3rd Division the liberated Jowhar, Cadale, and Madadaay Weyn before turning inland and making for Beledweyne.

The 11th and 12th Division of the IV Corps split up, driving to Garbahaarrey and Baydhabo respectively and encountering little resistance before taking the major cities. Several thousand prisoners have been taken by the EAF, though many had been forcibly conscripted by AS. EAF forces also secured the Acting Somali President (Havent thought of a name) who was a former cabinet secretary and was the highest remaining Somali official after Mogadishu was seized by AS.

Brazilian and French Special Forces Teams have been working in close coordination with EAF forces to eliminate strong points, capture or kill high value AS targets, and to rescue hostages. American Air Power has joined the EAF in striking positions deep behind enemy lines and eliminating AS encampments.

by **The Manticoran Empire** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 4:47 pm

Xiangtang Airbase
Nanchang Prefecture
Jiangxi Province
12 February 2022
0700 Local Time

The PLAAF had been conducting air operations on a near daily basis since 17 September 2020, launching an average of one sortie every 36 hours. The most recent had been on the 10th, when 48 aircraft had entered the Taiwan Region’s “Air Defense Identification Zone”, a fantastic legal fiction of the ever-rebellious Taiwan Regional Government, following joint drills between the US and Japan. Had nothing else happened, it was more than likely that only a half-dozen planes would have flown today.

But something had happened. On the 11th, the United States announced they would be increasing their military presence in the region. A clearer message needed to be sent. And so today’s mission had been ordered. 2 H-6 strategic bombers, supported by 6 Y-8 Electronic Warfare aircraft, 38 J-16s, and 15 J-10s, were lifting off from Xiangtang Airbase with orders to cross the centerline of the Taiwan Strait and continue on until meeting Taiwanese aircraft, at which point they were to inform the Taiwanese they were conducting drills and order the Taiwanese aircraft to remain clear.

The operation began simply enough, with the group flying southeast towards the Taiwan Strait. As they approached Sanming, they crossed the Taiwan Region ADIZ. Radio messages from the Taiwan air force began, warning the Chinese aircraft they had entered the ADIZ. The Chinese pilots ignored the warnings. As they reached Putian, they turned east, flying towards Taipei. At that point, PLAAF radar sites detected Taiwanese fighters taking to the skies to intercept. At this point, the Chinese pilots responded.

“Attention, Taiwanese Aircraft. You are approaching Chinese Aircraft conducting lawful military exercises within Chinese airspace. Return to base. Your approach will be monitored.”

For thirty minutes the two collections of aircraft orbited over the Taiwan Strait, the PLAAF aircraft conducting their “drills” while the Taiwanese aircraft watched, fingers hovering over their weapon arming switches. The slightest mishap could spark all out war.

But, in thirty minutes, it was over. The Chinese aircraft entered their formation and began flying east, back to Putian, before turning northeast for home. The Taiwanese aircraft waited until land based radars showed the Chinese force back over Putian and then they, too, returned to base.

War was avoided, for now.

by **Hypron** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 5:42 pm

Rome, Italy, Feb. 9

Letta is sitting at a round table, flanked on his left by the head of the National Alliance, Matteo Salvini, on his right by head of the Communist Refoundation Party, Maurizio Acerbo, and in front of him is the head of the New Italian Socialist Party, Stefano Caldoro. "Alright Letta, I assume you asked us all here for a reason, so what is it you want to say?" "I brought you all here to discuss the delicate situation in the Italian Republic. As you know, the country is collapsing around us. Economic stagnation grips the country, the Red Brigades pick off the members of any government we try to form, and now the EU is staring down at each other. Something needs to be done to ensure Italian stability." "And what do you propose, Prime Minister?" Salvini asked from his chair.

"As we all know in here, Aldo Moro was the progenitor of the Historic Compromise, which brought DC and the PCI together in the past. What I suggest is a Second Historic Compromise, although on a much grander scale, between DC, the AN, the PCR, and the NPSI. The Coalizione di Unità Nazionale will be the combination of our parties until the crisis can be resolved, in which then the CUN will be dissolved and elections will be held." "And who will head this government?" Caldoro asked. "Well, DC will retain the current Presidency and Prime Minister, but I have the suggested cabinet in these documents." He hands them documents from his briefcase, containing suggestions for cabinet members from all 4 parties.

"And how will we know that your serious about this? If anything, this seems more like a way to destroy any chance we have of getting elected." Acerbo finally speaks up. "Well, there are 2 goals of this government, the stabilization of the Italian nation and rejuvenating economic growth. So, if you can convince your parties to go through with it, the plan will be to reorganize the Cassa per il Mezzogiorno with an major emphasis on starting up Southern companies and launching industrialization projects to finally give the South the boom it needs." "And what about the Red Brigades terrorizing the streets?" "The plan is to enact an National Security Mobilization Law to allow us to expand the police's powers to stop the Red Brigades. When the crisis is over, then the powers will be stripped from them."

All 4 sit in silence for a few minutes, until Salvini speaks up; "I'll talk to the rest of the party heads, but I'm sure I can get them to come around." "The NPSI will back this initiative, as long as the rights of the common citizen aren't infringed on." "The PCR will agree to this, I can assure you of that." Letta smiled, and they all left moments after.

Feb. 11

Italian news stations and papers were abuzz that day, with the announcement of the Second Historic Compromise between the DC, AN, NPSI, and PCR. Reactions were actually optimistic across the common citizen, although most would remain skeptical on whether this would bring actual change. However, with the Chamber of Deputies being called into session starting on Feb. 19, the questions of the public would be answered soon enough.

by **Newne Carriebean7** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 8:41 pm

TALIBAN EXPRESSES OPENESS TO A DEMOCRATIC "TEST RUN"
February 1, 2022

by Hosni M'gash'na

Following a "productive" closed cave meeting with various top-level Taliban officials, Qiadu Bariz Gulbuddin Hekmatyar and current Minister of Foreign Affairs Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai have tentatively decided to "rethink" Fundamentalist Islam in the 21st century. To that end, current Sheik al-Mujahid Abdul Ghani Baradar has announced his intention to run for another nine to eleven year term. This election will be held under the supervision of the Taliban. Both major political parties, the Taliban on one end and the Independent Alliance on the other end of the spectrum, have announced that they shall nominate candidates to run, and both sides expect a "rigged but fair" electoral process followed by a "close result". Speaking to our reporters, Ghani Baradar was caught saying the following:

"Now, you have these western countries, these ass backwards western shitholes that have all this women's rights. We have very little women's rights. Do you see our women complaining? No. They can't complain, or we beat the shit out of the women. In these western countries, apparently, that's 'assault'. It's not assault in glorious Afghanistan. It is enforcing the rightful place of a MAN! Women and the men folk can live with respect to one another. No learning for the woman, but the man can get all the education he wants. Man is boss of house hold. Women only get rights to child-bear in certain instances. In Afghanistan, inter-sex relationships are harmonious because of the order and structure we've graciously imposed upon their lives.

What? Oh right. As much as we hate to admit it, the uh... American fellers got something right. It is this principle of the 'democracy'. That is something the Taliban very much approve of. Because this version of the Taliban is 'hip' with the kids. We're not just a bunch of old bearded weirdos in a cave fucking the sheep all day. Sometimes we leave the cave to cast a God-given ballot. It is Allah's gift to the Taliban, the ballot box. There are stories that the 'western nations' brought forth the ballot box upon Afghanistan. That is simply not the true. It is bullshit. The Prophet himself loved Democracy. He would approve of our actions. We're doing this on behalf of the Prophet. Democracy is compatible with Islamic values. Not the Iranian version, but our version is the only true version of Islamic Democracy."

When pressed for a full time table of the election, he promised to have the ballots counted by March 6th, followed by allowing the people to pretend to vote on March 12, 2022. He then told everyone to take a five minute break while he rethinks the whole democracy thing. When he let the reporters back into the room, he corrected his previous statement by saying that the party primaries would be held on February 18, 2022. Then the first and only debate will be held with increased security on March 2, 2022. As for the candidates, the aforementioned Sher Abbas Stanikzai and Ghani Baradar are the only two major ones to have announced their intention to run. Time can only tell if this "begrudging thought experiment" in "Afghanistan Democracy with Taliban characteristics in 21st century Fundamentalist Islam" will bear fruit or lead to even more instability within the country...

Gulbuddin Hekmatyar
@Terrorist McAK47
Jihad Express.com | A Cave, Afghanistan
Quite pleased to announced that the Taliban is moving forwards with elections while still holding on to our time honored traditions of flying planes into buildings! DEMOCRACY RULES PUPPET AFGHANISTAN DROOLS! (1/3)

Unfortunately, we haven't heard anything from Uncle Sam, but we will remain optimistic in that our offer is 'on the table' with Western infidel leadership. However, the Taliban will warn the west of it's necessity to (2/3)

take an offer to ensure peace in the middle east. Or you could like, bomb the shit out of us too. Like, that'd be something you could, like do and stuff. We might have to ask big daddy Germany to give us a Panzer IV? (3/3)

by **New Provenance** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 9:17 pm

CNN International
The Most Trusted Name in News

16 February 2022

Biden blunder on Afghanistan draws criticism from world governments, Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Two days ago, on 14 February, President Joseph R. Biden remarked on the Taliban's offer to begin a 'democracy test run' which, according to the official news article, was clearly a facade. The President, however, apparently failed to see this and praised the Taliban's efforts to 'democratize and respect the will of the people', now drawing criticism from world governments such as the one in East Africa led by President Kinigi, as well as from top members of Congress, both Democrats and Republicans alike. According to one Congressional Democrat, 'nobody wants to associate with praising the Taliban here'.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D), as well as three Senate Democrats and nine Senate Republicans, drafted a joint letter to the President earlier today wherein President Biden was asked to 'immediately withdraw his statements' due to the 'rampant controversy surrounding even the remote possibility of praising the Taliban, the organization responsible for sheltering enemies of state'. The President and indeed most of his administration were, according to one advisor, 'appalled' by the sudden turning on him by Schumer and three other Senate Democrats, but later that day White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki stated that the President 'wanted to apologize' for his previous statements.

Secretary of State Anthony Blinken talks China, Taiwan incursions and South China Sea dispute, calls for US-China conference to defuse tensions

WASHINGTON, D.C.- Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, the highest-ranking American diplomat in the country and the President's chief advisor on diplomacy and international affairs, spoke lengthily on China, recent incursions into Taiwan, and the South China Sea dispute at an exclusive interview with CNN yesterday. Mr. Blinken remarked that the recent events in China 'are indeed serious and something that I believe they [the American people] should be regularly informed about', and that the 'incursions into the Taiwan ADIZ specifically' are 'worrying, to say the least', especially 'considering the increase in frequency'. On the South China Sea, Mr. Blinken merely spoke of mutual and friendly dialogue and supported any effort by either the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) or Beijing to make a 'meaningful and mutually beneficial agreement'.

Perhaps crucially, Secretary Blinken also called for a 'top-level' US-China diplomatic summit, or conference, to defuse tensions, 'perhaps between myself and Foreign Minister Wang Yi'. The Secretary repeatedly emphasized the need for the US and China to 'talk regularly and sort things out without violence', and stated that he would most likely be advising the President to reach out to Beijing for a joint bilateral summit.

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by **New Provenance** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 9:59 pm

Deblar wrote:
To: Offices of the President of the United States of America
From: Offices of the President of the Republic of Cuba
Encryption: High

Greetings, my American counterpart.

I hope you understand that I don't take this topic of discussion very lightly. Since the days of Barack Obama's presidency, when the Cuban Thaw began, it was hoped that it would birth a new era of cooperation between our two countries and the eventual lifting of the embargo, though the election of Donald Trump and his subsequent presidency effectively killed these aspirations. I hope that you are able to spare much more empathy for the people of Cuba than your predecessor did,as it will be necessary if what is enclosed in this message is to become reality.

If you may remember, in December I made a promise to my people that I would get the American embargo lifted within this new year, and I write this message acting upon that promise. If you wish, we can speak on this further through phone calls or, eventually, face-to-face meetings. I do hope you consider my proposal, and I eagerly await your reply.

by **Mifan** » Mon Jan 24, 2022 11:50 pm

Beirut, Lebanon
Baabda Palace (Presidential Palace)

"Hassan; there needs to be a serious discussion about the role Hezbollah plays within Lebanon. This is the second time you have dragged this nation into a conflict." Michel's eyes narrowed. "Najib might be willing to overlook something like this, but his corruption is known to all. I'm not going to overlook the deaths and massive cost in damages that will come from this." Hassan was sitting on one of the couches. All the windows had their curtain closed, out of precaution for Hassan.

"We didn't drag anybody into conflict. The Zionists always want a reason to fight; they just decided to start a conflict with us for some reason."

"I do not believe that. You provoked them." Hassan raised and eyebrow. "I will be blunt and ask right now. Did Hezbollah have anything to do with the attack on Ghajar? I find it hard to believe such an attack can happen, and you'd have no idea what happened."

"Sadly, I don't have any information on that. We were looking into the attack as well, but now there's no point due to the Zionists. We didn't strike them; we have little reason to. There'd be no benefit to doing so other than a pointless war. We were content with launching a rocket or two into their territory, but they decided to escalate and launch those airstrikes. We weren't going to sit by and allow that to happen." Michel groaned and sat down. He knew, deep inside, that Hezbollah had something to do with the attack. However, he had no proof."

"What will it take for Hezbollah to disarm?" Hassan shook his head.

"We won't. I don't think people take into account, why we will never disarm, no matter what." He looked at one of the windows and back at Michel. "You may think just because we disarm, there will be peace. That this nation will be united, but let's be honest, that won't happen. Assuming we agree to disarm, what are you going to do with all the weapons we've gathered over the years? All the rockets? Sell them? Dismantle them? What if some of those weapons are lost to other groups? I'm sure there are many groups that would love to have the weapons we have."

"Are you threatening to hand your weapons to other militant groups?"

"I'm just stating the possibilities. We will not disarm. If you want to know that all these weapons are in one secure position, you will let us stay armed. Until, rightful, Lebanese lands are returned, we will never stop our fight." He paused and closed his eyes, pondering, before opening them once more. "No, even if we gain our land back. We will stay to protect the Shi'ites of this nation. We are the only ones who can."

"The other groups want you disarmed. This war will only cause them to arm themselves. You must abide by the Taif Agreement. It's the only way for peace between all factions, all religions, to finally be realized."

"You think this broken nation will realize peace? We have done more for the Shi'ites than this government ever could. We've built schools, hospitals, roads, and so much more. Meanwhile, this government can't even figure out how to fix the debt that we are in."

"The government you are a part of. You hold 27 seats. You can't keep pushing the blame onto others. Besides, you refuse to allow us to tax the Shi'ites. That's a whole portion of the population that isn't sending any income to us. We can't fix this nation if a whole entire portion isn't willing to go and work alongside the rest of us! At this point, you may as well not even have representation in the Parliament." Hassan smirked at that. He knew that no matter how annoyed the president was, he wasn't serious about them losing representation. It would just cause another needless war within the nation. "All I'm asking, is that Hezbollah work with us. There are too many problems within this nation, and we can't keep fighting just to secure support from you. Allow us to-"

"No, you won't be taxing the Shi'ites. That money will continue to go to us. We're practically an independent nation in all but name. You know this; I know this. We won't disarm." Michel's blood began to boil. He wanted nothing more than to see Hezbollah's power diminish, but he wasn't a stupid man. He could ask outside forces to aid him, but in the end, the battles would be on Lebanese ground. Lebanese blood would be spilt. And what about the Shi'ites? They support Hezbollah like no other. They wouldn't turn their back on the group, if anything, they'd probably fight to the death with them.

"So you're not willing to work with the government, whatsoever."

"Did I say that? Hezbollah is more than willing to work with the government. We're, afterall, a part of it. I'm just saying that we won't do those, unreasonable, requests." Michel raised and eyebrow and motioned for him to continue. "We are willing to work alongside you. However in return, the government must recognize that we won't disarm, and that the Governates of South Lebanon and Nabatieh, are under full Hezbollah control. The government has no power there."

"Do you know how ridiculous that sounds!? That's practically giving you independence! We'd look weaker and ineffective more than ever!"

"We would be independent in all but name. Consider it...like the Kurds. They have a semiautonomous region where they handle their own affairs. Give us that, and I can assure you, I'll do everything I can to work alongside the government. Assuming, of course, you have our backs. If anybody dares threaten Lebanon, we are more than willing to jump into the fire. This is our home as well, and we will fight for it."

"This...is a lot to take in. You know I don't have the authority to authorize such a thing."

"I understand completely. I'm just laying out what we want. Of course, I'm more than willing to discuss these more in the future." Michel shook his head in frustration. "If you excuse me, I must retire to my room." Hassan stood up and walked out of the room, leaving Michel to his thoughts. This is going to be more complicated than I thought.

Beirut, Lebanon
Parliament Building

Within the Parliament of Lebanon, there was a massive uproar from all sides. The leaflets, that were dropped by Israel, had pissed off many of the Parliament members. Not because they had violated Lebanese Airspace to drop them. Granted, the sound of aircraft interrupting their sleep didn't help. No, they were mad because some people actually were heckling them about the conflict, and wanted the government to somehow step in. So far, it was only a minority, but the problem had to be solved quickly. Not for the good of the nation, but for the sanity of the MPs.

Some members of the Free Patriotic Movement, as well as the Progressive Socialist party, wanted to see Hezbollah atone for their actions. Nothing more than complete disarmament and a complete occupation of Southern Lebanon by the military, to ensure that Hezbollah lost all weapons, would convince them otherwise. The Future Movement, surprisingly, stood with Hezbollah, not because of any shared love. No, they only supported them due to the fact that now, both Israel and Turkey were trying to interfere with the internal affairs of Lebanon, making demands of them, or the populace. That was an insult that wouldn't be overlooked.

Hezbollah, for all its flaws, was a legitimate party. The government wasn't going to ban the group. It wasn't going to bow to the demands of foreign powers. Foreigners didn't know such a move would destabilize the nation more than ever. That another civil war could spark. The nation was already having a hard time keeping the various religious groups from lashing out with violence. Banning the party that Shi'ites support would only cause more trouble than its worth.

Despite how the many MPs felt, they weren't going to let other nations tell them what to do.

Official Statement from the Lebanese Government

It has become increasingly clear that the lines on a map do not matter to some nations. We are a government that has been elected, by the people, to care for their needs, to protect them from any harm that may come their way. However, foreign nations seem to believe, that they have the right to make demands of us; that they have to right to tell our citizens what to do, to tell us how to handle our internal affairs. This is something that we will not allow.

To the Turkish Government, we do not care for your petty demands. Hezbollah is an legitimate party. We will not ban them, and never will, just because some foreign government disagrees with how a group handles itself. If a single military plane from Turkey, enter Lebanese Airspace, there will be no hesitation to shoot it down. We will not let you dictate what we do within our nation.

To the Israeli Government, cease your propaganda campaign. We will not sit by while your military tells our people what to do within our nation, nor will we sit by and allow you to flyover our capital. Heed this warning. Any Israeli aircraft spotted north of the city of Sidon, will be treated as hostile and shot down. Do not fly over our capital.

If these warnings aren't heeded, the government may have to take drastic measures.

Beirut, Lebanon
Ministry of Defense

"Of course the government makes a statement like that without even taking into consideration the reality of the situation!" Joseph Aoun, Commander of the Armed Forces, was furious. The Government had decided to threaten to shoot down Israeli and Turkish aircraft, not realizing that the chances of the military to shoot, even one, down, was near 0. However, what's done is done. He had no choice but to make sure those warnings were heeded. He looked around the room of various military officers and sighed before speaking. "Our forces have already been placed on high alert due to the conflict in the south. I do not know what the government wants us to achieve, but it is our job to achieve it! While the politicians do infuriate me, there is one thing I can agree with. No foreign nation should be allowed to do as it pleases within our borders." Nods of agreements were seen throughout the room.

"Sir," one member spoke up, "may I suggest activating the 4th Infantry Brigade again? The Ground Forces could use another Heavy Brigade, especially in light of the current situation." Joseph closed his eyes and nodded.

"Finding recruits may be difficult, but I support making the 4th, active again. Bring me the paperwork and I'll give it my approval." The various military officials in the room knew that there was little they could do about any aircraft entering their airspace. The best they could hope for is that the risk of conflict would be enough to deter Turkey or Israel from doing anything.

Village of Qana

The people of Qana looked at the leaflets dropped and tore them to shreds without much hesitation. How dare the Zionists demand they turn against the very group that has defended them, and defeated Israel!? The Shi'ites of Southern Lebanon weren't going to fall for such foolishness. All across Southern Lebanon, leaflets were burned, torn, thrown away, and more. If the Zionists were willing to destroy the homes of the people living there, let them. Hezbollah would bring judgement and vengeance.

However, for the Hezbollah soldiers in the village, they were under orders to evacuate the women and children. The Zionists warned them that anybody in a pickup truck or truck may be bombed, and they were willing to risk that. Women and children, in various villages south of the Litani River, were put into trucks that were to head north. Of course these convoys would be escorted by Hezbollah fighters, but many commanders wanted the Zionists to fire upon convoys full of women and children, for anger and hatred are very powerful tools when it comes to war.

A few miles east of Qana

10 Scud Missile Launchers were in place, ready to fire. Commanders in Southern Lebanon knew this barrage would bring the rage of the Zionists upon them, but they wanted nothing more than to make them bleed. 100 Zelzal-2 rockets were fired, accompanied by 7 of the Scuds. 3 of the Scuds were to head towards the Zionist Defense Ministry, 2 towards the Sde Dov Airbase to cause destroy any planes possible, and 2 towards the Orot Rabin Power Station in hopes of causing any power issue for the Zionists. The rockets should, hopefully, get them through the Iron Dome.

Further south, closer to the border, medium and short range rockets were fired. 300 in total. They were fired towards the Biranit Military Base, HQ of the 91st Division, as well as the Naval Training Base in Haifa, as well as the Naval Base itself. The 3 remaining Scuds were fired as well, 2 heading towards the Naval Base, and 1 towards the Biranit Military Base.

by **Chewion** » Tue Jan 25, 2022 4:10 am

NEWS

President Orlov responds to Israeli Defense Pact

President Orlov and the Ministry of Defense have announced that the 22nd Separate Guards Special Purpose Brigade has been deployed to Israel in order to join with Israeli and other coalition forces against Hezbollah. This follows on the heels of reports that several Soviet Su-34 aircraft have been sent to Israel to join in on air operations against Hezbollah with unconfirmed reports suggesting that they may have already launched the first Soviet strikes in the operation.

President Orlov also issued a warning to Hezbollah stating "Surrender now or face the wrath of the world." Reports indicate that the Kremlin has also redirected its naval group in the area to launch attacks on land-based targets.

Kremlin Welcomes Change in North Korea.

In a short address today, President Orlov has announced that the USSR is optimistic about the new direction of Pyongyang. President Orlov has pledged to help the Hermit Kingdom in any way possible and stated "I have hopeful confidence in this new direction in Pyongyang and I am committed to helping ensure that these promises bear fruit."

Diplomacy

Call between the Israeli PM and Soviet President

President Orlov sat in the National Defense Management Center looking at several screens in front of him showing the situation in Israel and Lebanon. Upon receiving the Israeli PM’s letter, Orlov had ordered the 22nd Separate Guards Special Purpose Brigade to prepare to begin deploying to Israel within 48 hours. Behind them, the 106th Guards Airborne Division had likewise been ordered to prepare for deployment.

Now to coordinate everything, Orlov sat as he waited for the Israeli Prime Minister to answer the phone.

Netanyahu excused himself from the Security Cabinet meeting once he was informed President Orlov was on the line, hurrying back to his desk before picking up the phone. "President Orlov! It is a pity that we have to talk under such circumstances, but the situation in the north is becoming quite dire."

“Yes my friend I am seeing that. I received your request and under our treaty I am hereby notifying you the the USSR will adhere to the mutual defense pact. I will have my ships in the area redirected for coordinated strikes on Hezbollah. I am also sending an initial two squadrons of Su-24 strike aircraft. Our 22nd Separate Guards Special Purpose Brigade is also gearing up to deploy within the next 48 hours and I have another airborne division preparing to follow them in should we need it. I have also dispatched several Vympel teams who should be arriving in Tel Aviv within hours to help your forces in any way they can.” Orlov replied.

"We are appreciative of anything you could send. But in particular, I was wondering if the USSR could deploy some of its well known Pantsir and Tor air defense systems to help against the rocket barrages. We jut don't have enough Iron Domes to go around. At this rate, we will be initiating a ground invasion within a few days if we cannot stem the flow of rockets into Israel." said Netanyahu, obviously concerned.

“I can certainly have some loaded onto aircraft and flown to you immediately. How many would you need to secure things?” Orlov asked

"We have 7 Iron Domes deployed to the region. If we could get even 3 Pantsir systems to protect a small area we designate as within the Russian responsibility, it will be a great relief for our systems. The Tor systems could be very useful as well, but we were wondering if some could be deployed to protect against guided missile attacks as well?" replied Netanyahu.

“Of course, we can deploy up to 6 Pantsir if you’d like. Likewise as many Tor as you need. Is there anything else you need in the immediate sense?” Orlov asked.

"At the moment, we do not require anything else immediately. We are considering expanding our David's Sling systems once your aid package arrives, but there is no rush on that. If anything, the most important thing is deterring other actors from joining the fight against us, as well as ensuring Hezbollah will not deploy any possible chemical weapons. We are in the belief that they happen to possess such capabilities, so it is critical to us that we deter them from deploying them." said Netanyahu.

“Very well my friend, the Su-24s will shortly be arriving along with the Vympel teams. I will have our command center here stay in constant communication with you and your military. Is there anything else at this time?” Orlov asked.

"We are all very grateful for your support. It is essential that we end Hezbollah's rain of terror as soon as possible. As far as I am aware, that is all for now. Thank you my friend, and may our victory be swift." replied Netanyahu finally.

“Indeed my friend. God bless and God bless and protect Israel and our troops.” Orlov replied

Miscelanious

- The Soviet Ministry of Defense has announced that it will be joining the competition opened by Brazil to provide new military hardware.

- Kremlin denounces terrorist activities in Somalia, leaves the door open to joining the coalition there.

- Soviet Government announces sanctions on Iranian leadership citing their support for Hezbollah and other groups.

2022: A Decade of Uncertainty (IC)

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