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[Lesva]

Special Forces raid undercover counter-revolutionary headquarters, disguised as LGBTQIA+ club in National Capital Saela

Special Forces in the Lesvan State's National Capital Saela raid undercover headquarters of a counter-revolutionary group, fronted as a new LGBTQIA+ night club

On the night from Monday to Tuesday, the Mobile Brigade of Special Troops conducted a police operation in Lesvan State's National Capital Saela, raiding the uncovered headquarters of a counter-revolutionary group. According to the Secretariats of Justice and Internal Affairs, the culprits and their base of operations were observed for a little while, before the Monday-Tuesday night raid operation was finally conducted and the counter-revolutionaries captured

The Saela Social Police stated today that the unnamed counter-revolutionary group used a so-called "front", a term used in criminal jargon to describe illegal activity being disguised as legitimate formal activity, like a business or an equivalent of it, in order to remain inconspicuous. In this specific instance, the counter-revolutionary underground operation and the headquarters of its' perpetrators were disguised as a new LGBTQIA+ club in National Capital Saela. The Saela Social Police labeled the new LGBTQIA+ club in Saela as a "front" for an underground counter-revolutionary operation.

The counter-revolutionary suspects were not moved to a police presinct or several, but immediately to a more serious and undisclosed incarceration location for questioning.

[Lesva]

Scadi regime in Lesva cracks down against the LGBTQ+ community by labelling them "counter-revolutionary"

The dictatorship of Marshal Iuna Scadi in Lesva is cracking down against the LGBTQ+ community, which is repressed just as much as everyone in the country, if not more. Scadi's Lesva's state media reported that the regime's special forces Mobile Brigade of Special Troops (MBST) had raided a new LGBTQ+ night club in Saela, the national capital of Lesva. The Saela Social Police, who were in on the operation, stated that the night club was a "front" for a "counter-revolutionary operation" hidden behind a new LGBTQ+ night club. After being discovered, the club was raided. It is unknown how many people were arrested and if those arrested only included the owners and the staff or were attendants likewise arrested? Saela Social Police said that those arrested were not relocated to police precincts, but immediately moved to a location, or several, where they would face questioning.

There is a debate among analysts what was the motivation for the raid. Some say that the Scadi regime may indeed be cracking down against the LGBTQ+ community. Others say it might have been a crack-down against those that the paranoid regime labelled as "counter-revolutionaries", because the dictatorship will not quiet down and will not stop before cracking down on anyone it deems a potential rebel. The third side of this debate among analysts suggests that the reason, while the LGBTQ+ night club was attacked, was because it was an independent initiative, which is not tolerated in a totalitarian country, where everyone has to grow within the system, with the help of the system and under the "protection" of the system. According to the last theory, the unnamed club was perceived as a threat of becoming too "independent."

The fates of those arrested will not be known, unless the regime decides to reveal some new details together, even if outside analysts will have to pull information from behind Scadi's propaganda fog, which makes it difficult to see what is happening.

[Verska]

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The Verska Paper

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21st of Rabiul Awal 1446 || 25th of September 2024

Edible Kelp Consumption Increased, Demand Struggeled to be Met

Ever since the year entered 1446H on our calendar, there has been an increase in edible kelp consumption by 48%. Store owners who usually sold them stated that their one-month stock went out quickly in 7 to 12 days. They further noted that there are unusual bulk buyers by ordinary customers, which usually such orders come from institutions or medium enterprises. These regular customers range from young students to retirees, from road workers to CEO. It’s indeed a weird phenomenon to happen, but it’s not completely mysterious.

Apparently, this phenomenon came from the newest set of movies, advertisements, and social media boom that featured dry kelp; these pushed people’s interest in dry kelp. We do not know how long this phenomenon will stay, but we do know how there’s emptiness in the store’s kelp stock recently.

Kelp farmers, who often took the job as fishermen as well, stated that there was no increase in kelp ordered. We have traced the problem to logistic issues, in which the middlemen are having trouble transporting kelp from the farmers to the store owners. Despite the production’s ability to meet the demand, the delays in transporting kelp meant that stock in stores often went empty. Fortunately, there’s not much increase in the kelp price.

Further information from the logistic companies said that they are having issue with the trucks that carry the kelp. In recent times, these trucks have had more frequent breakdowns mid-transport journeys and had to make a long stop; in some cases, several trucks need to be brought to a repair shop or even the factory for a big repair. Spokespersons from the logistic companies further released information that they decreased the amount of regular maintenance on the trucks due to the increasing cost of its parts. Moreover, the small rise in gasoline forced logistic companies to cut down operating costs whenever possible, which resulted in more frequent breakdowns of trucks.


Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) Opens Up More Job Opportunities, Government Seek to Expand its International Potential

With Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (now referred to here as SMEs) gaining traction in their revenue growth in the last decade, job opportunities in SMEs are also gaining numbers. While the overall turnover rates need to be validated due to the massive quantity of SMEs, it does provide a first-job opportunity for many people, on which to build a resume. And the government is seeking to have these SMEs to join in the export market.

There is a talk, not a concrete plan yet, that SMEs with their total production can match larger enterprises on export, thus providing the state more income. But the main problem is the lack of unity between SMEs. Each business has its own standard, production capacity, and selling prices; many of which can be detrimental to attracting international buyers. The talk continued that an uniting institution should be organized with the aim of helping these SMEs enter the global market. But some questioned this line of thought.

Those who questioned it argued that SMEs should be focused on meeting standards in Verska first, before directing them to meet the standards of foreign countries. It is further argued that grouping SMEs into one group, based on the product, is a nightmare since there are a lot of small differences between SMEs' products. These small differences may not be attractive to international buyers, who may expect the product that is bought to be all the same, at least on one order.

Writer: Professor Awan Fuad
Intern Writer: Altan Barış Emir
Editor: Professor Awan Fuad

[Lesva]

Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi to speak with detained counter-revolutionaries disguised as owners of an LGBTQIA+ club

Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi announces intention to visit the cells holding incarcerated counter-revolutionaries, who posed as owners of a Saela LGBTQIA+ club, and question them

Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi has gone to our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi with the intention to convince the Marshal to allow the Secretary to visit and speak with the counter-revolutionaries captured on the night from Monday to Tuesday, who posed as owners of a new LGBTQIA+ club in National Capital Saela. Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi argued to Marshal Iuna Scadi that the Secretary needs to investigate the situation personally, because the Secretary needs to find out whether the counter-revolutionaries had any relation to the LGBTQIA+ community, since this concerns a humanitarian issue.

Marshal Iuna Scadi agreed and gave Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi the blessing to visit the counter-revolutionaries in their place of incarceration to conduct a personal humanitarian investigation, however, the Marshal insisted that this verdict should not be a personal one of the National Leader. Marshal Iuna Scadi asked Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi to also go to Secretary of Justice Tesi Iben and Secretary of the Internal Affairs Ani Nacta, since this counter-revolutionary problem is a criminal issue first and foremost and only later, possibly, a humanitarian one.

After going to Secretary of Justice Tesi Iben and Secretary of the Internal Affairs Ani Nacta, who both likewise agreed to give their agreement to Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi visiting the counter-revolutionaries in their place of holding, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi spoke at an assembly of the Central Social Council. At the assembly, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi announced going to the location, where the counter-revolutionaries are held, to question them on their relations to the LGBTQIA+. Secretary of Justice Tesi Iben will accompany Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi to the secret location.

[Lesva]

Carto votes to amend the constitution and transition the Carto from unicameral to bicameral legislature: All-Lesvan Congress formed as the lower house chamber, while the Council of the Republic will become the upper house chamber

Flag of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo.

The Carto of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo has made the first vote under the leadership of a new majority-holding two-party coalition between the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva. The Carto voted to amend the Constitution of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo to transition the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo from a country with a unicameral legislature, like it has been historically since the Republic's original creation, to a bicameral legislature with two chambers of the legislature, including a lower house and an upper house. The Carto would be broken up into a lower house All-Lesvan Congress and an upper house Council of the Republic, each elected separately.

Speaker of the Carto of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo Gani Viltin, who is the reformist First Secretary of the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, declared the vote as having passed. While facing strong opposition, together the lawmakers of the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva have outweighed the opponents. The constitutional reform on changing the legislature has been proposed by the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva as a fulfilment of the plan that the Party originally had before May 9th, when the Throngist one-party rule was ended. During the Throngist one-party rule, as part of the liberalization reforms initiated by the reformist wing leading the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, the plan was to reform the legislature from the unicameral legislature to a bicameral. At that time, the All-Lesvan Throngist Congress, one of two regular gatherings of the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, was supposed to become a lower house chamber of the reformed legislature. The plan was frozen for some time after May 9th and an end to the one-party Throngist rule, but now, the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva initiated the reform and the Revival Party of Lesva supported it. Speaker of the Carto and reformist First Secretary of the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva Gani Viltin declared that the legislature's reform would make the system more democratic. President Brigadier General Nari Civin supported those claims by stating that this legislative reform would be a preventive measure that would help avoid the monopoly of any single political party that some sceptics have been fearful of.

With the division of the Carto into two upper house and lower house chambers, the President declared snap elections would not be called at this time. The two separate chambers would be created simply by physically dividing the current composition of the Carto equally and appointments of separate Speakers to lead each.

[Lesva]

Lesvan State extends military service by introducing two-year universal gender-neutral conscription for all citizens

Lesvan State's Central Social Carto votes to amend the military service policy by replacing the current one-year conscription with two-year universal gender-neutral conscription

Evaluating the tense international situation and continued security challenges inside and out, the Lesvan State is making changes to its' military service and conscription approach. The Central Social Carto has voted to change the military service policy by extending conscription for service in the Lesvan Revolutionary Army and replacing the one-year gender-neutral military conscription with two-year universal gender-neutral military conscription. The option of alternative service would remain available. The emphasis on the conscription now being universal, means that every citizen would perform two years of service as part of the Lesvan Revolutionary Army after receiving primary education, with health-based exceptions possible.

Up until today, the Lesvan State had one-year gender-neutral conscription for citizens to serve in the Lesvan Revolutionary Army. In a very recent public speech, when citizens once again had questions about the order of military service with the rising security challenges, Secretary of Defense and the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Colonel Caro Vecal clarified that the status quo remained. Colonel Caro Vecal stated that the Lesvan State retained two-year gender-neutral conscription and that was something that was not going to change, given the dangerous environment and the international situation that the Lesvan State lived in. Citizens of the Lesvan State supported this order of things, as defending the Revolution is the highest priority. While clarifying that the conscription rules would not change, Colonel Caro Vecal said that something might evolve if it is evaluated by the Lesvan Revolutionary Army that the challenges were greater than what the Lesvan State could take on with its' existing rules. Recently, Colonel Caro Vecal started evaluating that the security situation has evolved for the worse and required stricter reactions, which is something that the Colonel started talking to our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi about. Today, changes were made accordingly.

Our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi expressed support for the Central Social Carto's vote on conscription changes. The Marshal wants to issue a supportive Decree that would emphasize the immediate effect of the conscription policy changes after the people had voted on it.

[Lesva]

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September 26

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The borders and capital of the Protectorate of Acean are not yet decided on

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Flag of the Protectorate of Acean.

Protector Tviri Ranca, Chairman of the National Socialist Party of Acean, has spoken before the gathering of Members of the National Socialist Party of Acean. The Protector, the Father of Acean, Our Hero, Our Leader, Our Guiding Light into the Future, has addressed key questions important to the present and the future of the Protectorate of Acean. The Protector stated that the Protectorate of Acean has not decided on its' equivalent of a capital city and all cities within the Protectorate hold equal value. At the same time, Protector Tviri Ranca said this question could be addressed and decided upon by the National Socialist Party of Acean in the future on whether the Protectorate of Acean needs a capital. Transitioning from the capital question, the Protector made a natural transition to the borders of the Protectorate of Acean. Protector Tviri Ranca said what all of us have been thinking and finally our Leader has voiced it on our behalf. Protector Tviri Ranca declared that the borders of the Protectorate of Acean were not final at this stage in time. The Protector said on behalf of the National Socialist Party of Acean that the Protectorate of Acean has a legitimate claim at least to the entirey of the Aceanian region. Right now, the Protectorate of Acean only controls the western half of the region, while the eastern half is still controlled by the Saela regime. Protector Tviri Ranca clarified to everyone that the Protectorate of Acean did not plan to go to war to take control of the entirety of Acean. As a civilized society, we have other civilized means of how to have the Protectorate of Acean stretch across the entirety of the Aceanian region. Bless the Wisdom of our Leader, our Father, our Guide, Chairman of the National Socialist Party of Acean Protector Tviri Ranca. May the Leader's Wisdom Guide the Party, the People and the entirety of the Protectorate of Acean into the future.

[Lesva]

Lesvan State decides to adopt the national intranet to replace the Safety Net

Lesvan State's Central Social Carto votes to transition from the Safety Net and replace it with the Lesvan State's own national intranet

The short-lived debate on which internet security system the Lesvan State should have, has been concluded. The debate was between keeping the current Safety Net, inherited from the Throngist regime, and introducing the Revolution's national intranet for the Lesvan State. At today's gathering of the Central Social Council, a decision was made in favor of letting go of the Throngist period's legacy, which is the flawed Safety Net system, and instead introducing the national intranet created under our Revolution.

At today's gathering of the Central Social Council, Secretary of Information Palaid Ramal and Secretary of Science, Technology and Environment Visi Caifan both presented arguments why the Safety Net system, which keeps the Lesvan State connected to the wider international internet but with its' own filter against hazardous counter-revolutionary information, is no longer effective, cannot give absolute guarantee of information security and how the Safety Net is struggling to handle the strain. As time moves forward, the Safety Net develops metaphorical cracks and rifts, which widen with time as the system gets older and let's through more and more hazardous information. To protect the Revolution and the people against dangerous ideas, both Secretaries told the Central Social Council that ending the Safety Net and transitioning to the national intranet would be a better and more bullet-proof option. Additionally, the Secretaries debunked the old argument that the Lesvan State's national intranet, disconnected from the wider internet, would somehow undermine integration within the United Federation of Gael with the Balniki Federation.

After the Central Social Council's discussion and decision, our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi, who is Secretary General of the Central Social Carto, brought the issue to the Central Social Carto. The assembly of the Central Social Carto voted and the majority gave their support to ending the Safety Net and replacing it with the national intranet for the Lesvan State, disconnected from the wider web, in order to protect the Revolution against hazardous counter-revolutionary information from the outside and also to control the intranet internally against bad actors that could try to use the web to stir disorder in the Lesvan State.

[Lesva]

Hybrid regime on Cane Islo causes the formation of "hybrid military" with internal divisions, experts say

Flag of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo.

Lesvan dissident expert and analyst community naturally based outside any of the Lesvan territories divided between competing regimes, are evaluating the situation on the island of Cane Islo with all the recent developments there. Naturally, each of the Lesvan territories has had interesting occurrences happening there as well, which have likewise become topics of discussion, analysis and debate. Scadi's Lesva and National Socialist rebel-controlled Western Acean have each had news come out of there in recent days, which have been worthy of discussion and have generated discussion on their own. However, Cane Islo has been a subject of wider discussion as a territory of "unfulfilled hope", having been the territory where Lesvan constitution and democracy were supposedly intended to be restored, but instead ended up being a territory ruled by a hybrid regime, while separate ideological groups are clashing politically and not entirely through traditional democratic means. And yet, while being a territory of "unfulfilled hope", Cane Islo is also the only one of the Lesvan territories, where politics are actually happening, in comparison to Scadi's mainland and Western Acean, where any political life has been crushed under immobile and absolutist totalitarian systems. That is why Cane Islo has been a subject of analysis as a territory, where something is actually happening.

With the end of the original coalition, which has been in power since July, and its' recent replacement with a new coalition between the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, while former coalition partners withdrew into the opposition, as well as the constitutional change to break-up the unicameral legislature into bicameral chambers, analysts are noting the deep divisions in Cane Islo. Many are noting that, while some may see it as an imitation of democracy, the metamorphoses on Cane Islo are more reflective of a political/constitutional crisis and even a "cold civil war" with the in-fighting being non-violent. Analysts are referring to this as a division created by the hybrid regime on Cane Islo, which has resulted in the formation of a "hybrid system", as the varying ideological forces have attempted to co-exist and create a unity authority, but instead resulted in a struggle to form a single pluralist system. And this hybrid system, in addition to having a hybrid regime, also has created, what analysts refer to, as a "hybrid military", which may mean that in the future, including near future, the internal political struggle could become not so non-violent and peaceful like it is now, in addition to the fact that former hardliner and moderate officials of the ousted Throngist regime have been released from house arrest as part of a new coalition deal.

The "hybrid military" term coined by analysts refers to the state of the Lesvan Armed Forces in the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo today. About 60% of today's Lesvan Armed Forces "descended" from the Lesvan Throngist Armed Forces and were members of the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, back when the Throngist regime, albeit under the more liberal reformist leadership, briefly attempted to continue the Throngist Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo after having lost power over mainland Lesva to Marshal Iuna Scadi. Roughly 40% of the Lesvan Armed Forces on Cane Islo today are "descendants" of the Lesvan National Army and the Alteran-backed Free Lesvan Army, which were the armed wings of the Government of the Lesvan Presidential Republic in exile (GLPRIE) that always opposed and fought against the Throngist takeover of Lesva in the Saela Spring. Reportedly, there is internal tension between these two factions within the Lesvan Armed Forces, but they remain united by continued "co-existence" efforts left over from the provisional unity government and further attempted by the current hybrid regime on Cane Islo. Additionally, the formerly Throngist faction of the military and its' pretending to no longer be upholding the ideology, is what reportedly makes the other side try and uphold the unity as well. Nevertheless, recent political moves like the creation of a new coalition between the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva, as well as the Throngist-initiated constitutional amendments in relation to the legislature, are reportedly testing the other faction's patience and testing that unity. The portion of the Lesvan Armed Forces that "descended" from the Lesvan National Army and the Free Lesvan Army, are believed to be in favor of the Union of Libertarians and Nationalists, as well as the New Socialists of Lesva and other political forces and movements of that political direction, who have all now moved into the opposition to the new two-party coalition.

While some experts believe that the hybrid regime will continue holding on with some internal turbulences, there are also those analysts and observers already sounding the alarm that Cane Islo is a "powder keg."

[Lesva]

Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty announces takeover of power in the Lesvan Republic on Cane Islo after the Battle of Paita Sudi

Flag of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo.

"Good evening, fellow Lesvans,

I am Sergeant Nesi Parin of the Lesvan Armed Forces coming to you with a special televised announcement. I know that our people have become accustomed to seeing President Brigadier General Nari Civin making such addresses, but the Brigadier General will not be able to do it and there is a reason for that, which I will now inform you on.

However, I would like to start with the immediate question that has been on everyone's mind over the past 24 hours. The residents of Paita Sudi, the capital city of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo, may have become witness to a military confrontation that has taken place in the capital over the past 24 hours, but which was not widely reported on through an informational black-out. It was a street battle between the faction of the Lesvan Armed Forces loyal to the government and a faction represented by myself and my associates. The events started out as a legitimate mutiny by our faction against the rest of the armed forces and the government, before it escalated into armed action after the government loyalist side attempted to force us into submission. What escalated, was a fight between former Throngists along with current Throngists on one side against us, who represent a completely different direction and system of ideals and beliefs. Only those, who witnessed this confrontation on the streets of Paita Sudi directly, primarily knew about it but may not have known what was going on. I come before you to assure you that our country is not in any sort of civil war or a war with an invading external party. What you witnessed were merely revolutionary changes that have taken place, in order to save the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo from a disturbing and dark direction that we have been heading into under the government that relatively recently had our trust for its' seeming good will and accomplishments, but has since disappointed us by taking a misguided course. Whether that course was intentional, unintentional or pragmatic, is not something that we will analyse at this point in time. What took place in Paita Sudi was an uprising from within the military by those disagreeing with the trajectory of the government led by former Throngists in collaboration with the current Throngists. It was a Military Revolution by dissidents within the military, ones with no connection to Throngism. It was to secure all of our future, including all of you watching and listening.

I am informing you that Brigadier General Nari Civin is no longer President of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo. Neither is Sergeant Aco Risal Prime Minister nor is the Risal Cabinet of Ministers in their positions. Throngist leader Gani Viltin is likewise not Speaker of the Carto anymore after having been in that position for less than a week and the government, including its' executive and legislative branches, are no longer led by the recently created coalition of the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva. The Constitution of the Republic of Lesva, which has undergone illegal amendments at the hands of the recent coalition, has been suspended at this point in time. The governance of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo is now at the hands of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty and I, Sergeant Nesi Parin, will act as its' Chairman. The Carto and the Supreme Court will no longer function as part of the Constitution's suspension. The Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty will carry out all functions of all branches of government. Our task is to prevent a catastrophe and stir the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo back in a civilized direction, because what we have been witnessing recently, was a disguised repeat of the Saela Spring and we must not let that happen again.

Ex-President Brigadier General Nari Civin, ex-Prime Minister Sergeant Aco Risal and ex-Speaker Gani Viltin are deposed, but safe. Brigadier General Nari Civin and Sergeant Aco Risal have taken injury during the Battle for Paita Sudi, as they sought to prevent an end to their government, but have now been moved to where they will receive treatment.

The Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty is reversing the decision made by the previous government to allow the Throngists to walk free. We believe Throngism is an existential threat to the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo and we are putting Throngists back under detainment until further notice. A second immediate task of our new military authority is to immediately restore order and stabilization, so that external aggressors, primarily in mainland Lesva, do not use the situation on the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo to launch another military aggression attempt. For the purpose of that, the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty is declaring Martial Law, effective immediately.

I or other officials of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty will return to you regularly with new updates."

[Lesva]

BREAKING NEWS

Second military coup takes place on Cane Islo in less than 5 months: Anti-Throngist Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty (RCDS) takes over power

Flag used on Cane Islo.

A second military coup has just taken place on Cane Islo, with Paita Sudi, the capital city of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo, apparently having been a battle zone for the past 24 hours, but with nobody outside the island being aware of it, due to there being an "informational black-out" imposed during the fighting. A rebelling faction of the Lesvan Armed Forces made up of soldiers who were of the former Lesvan National Army (LNA) and former Free Lesvan Army (FLA), staged a mutiny against the government, which escalated into a battle with the rest of the Lesvan Armed Forces loyal to the government. Somehow, the rebelling faction got the upper hand over the pro-government faction and ousted the administration of President and Brigadier General Nari Civin, as the well as the cabinet of Prime Minister and Sergeant Aco Risal and the entire recently formed two-party coalition of the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva. The Constitution of the Republic of Lesva was suspended and power has been taken over by a new military junta of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty (RCDS) led by Sergeant Nesi Parin, who has presented the actions of himself and his associates as a "revolution."

The confirmation of the coup and its' outcome was announced in Sergeant Parin's televised address after his faction of the military apparently seized control of Cane Islo's state broadcaster. We are going to show the address in its' entirety:

"Good evening, fellow Lesvans,

I am Sergeant Nesi Parin of the Lesvan Armed Forces coming to you with a special televised announcement. I know that our people have become accustomed to seeing President Brigadier General Nari Civin making such addresses, but the Brigadier General will not be able to do it and there is a reason for that, which I will now inform you on.

However, I would like to start with the immediate question that has been on everyone's mind over the past 24 hours. The residents of Paita Sudi, the capital city of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo, may have become witness to a military confrontation that has taken place in the capital over the past 24 hours, but which was not widely reported on through an informational black-out. It was a street battle between the faction of the Lesvan Armed Forces loyal to the government and a faction represented by myself and my associates. The events started out as a legitimate mutiny by our faction against the rest of the armed forces and the government, before it escalated into armed action after the government loyalist side attempted to force us into submission. What escalated, was a fight between former Throngists along with current Throngists on one side against us, who represent a completely different direction and system of ideals and beliefs. Only those, who witnessed this confrontation on the streets of Paita Sudi directly, primarily knew about it but may not have known what was going on. I come before you to assure you that our country is not in any sort of civil war or a war with an invading external party. What you witnessed were merely revolutionary changes that have taken place, in order to save the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo from a disturbing and dark direction that we have been heading into under the government that relatively recently had our trust for its' seeming good will and accomplishments, but has since disappointed us by taking a misguided course. Whether that course was intentional, unintentional or pragmatic, is not something that we will analyse at this point in time. What took place in Paita Sudi was an uprising from within the military by those disagreeing with the trajectory of the government led by former Throngists in collaboration with the current Throngists. It was a Military Revolution by dissidents within the military, ones with no connection to Throngism. It was to secure all of our future, including all of you watching and listening.

I am informing you that Brigadier General Nari Civin is no longer President of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo. Neither is Sergeant Aco Risal Prime Minister nor is the Risal Cabinet of Ministers in their positions. Throngist leader Gani Viltin is likewise not Speaker of the Carto anymore after having been in that position for less than a week and the government, including its' executive and legislative branches, are no longer led by the recently created coalition of the Revival Party of Lesva and the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva. The Constitution of the Republic of Lesva, which has undergone illegal amendments at the hands of the recent coalition, has been suspended at this point in time. The governance of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo is now at the hands of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty and I, Sergeant Nesi Parin, will act as its' Chairman. The Carto and the Supreme Court will no longer function as part of the Constitution's suspension. The Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty will carry out all functions of all branches of government. Our task is to prevent a catastrophe and stir the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo back in a civilized direction, because what we have been witnessing recently, was a disguised repeat of the Saela Spring and we must not let that happen again.

Ex-President Brigadier General Nari Civin, ex-Prime Minister Sergeant Aco Risal and ex-Speaker Gani Viltin are deposed, but safe. Brigadier General Nari Civin and Sergeant Aco Risal have taken injury during the Battle for Paita Sudi, as they sought to prevent an end to their government, but have now been moved to where they will receive treatment.

The Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty is reversing the decision made by the previous government to allow the Throngists to walk free. We believe Throngism is an existential threat to the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo and we are putting Throngists back under detainment until further notice. A second immediate task of our new military authority is to immediately restore order and stabilization, so that external aggressors, primarily in mainland Lesva, do not use the situation on the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo to launch another military aggression attempt. For the purpose of that, the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty is declaring Martial Law, effective immediately.

I or other officials of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty will return to you regularly with new updates."

Cane Islo is now under martial law and an anti-Throngist crackdown is underway. Ousted leaders of the previous government are hospitalized.

[Great Altera]

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Press Release
Immediate Advisory on the Coup Attempt in Cane Islo, Lesva

Foreign Office and Government publish joint statement, and advisory, on the on-going coup in Cane Islo

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Published on behalf of the Department for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs
Authored on 27th September 2024

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• Alteran and dual-national citizens in Cane Islo are advised to stay indoors and consult the GOV.UC website for the latest embassy and consular advice
  
  
• Citizens caring for elderly or vulnerable individuals, or those in imminent danger, can apply for evacuation through the GOV.UC website
  
  
• The United Commonwealths of Great Altera has dispatched ships and 1,000 troops to Cane Islo to secure key evacuation sites and embassy/consulate buildings, ensuring the safety and stability of its citizens

The Government of the United Commonwealths of Great Altera is closely monitoring the unfolding situation in Cane Islo, Lesva, following a recent coup attempt.

We call for an immediate cease-fire between the two sides and to come to the negotiating table.

There have been reports of injuries amongst the civilian population, damage to infrastructure and casualities in public areas.

This development has significant implications for Alteran and dual-national citizens residing in the region.



Impact on Citizens:

We urge all Alteran and dual-national citizens in Cane Islo to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

The current situation is volatile, and your safety is our utmost priority.

Please consult the GOV.UC website for the latest embassy and consular advice.



Evacuation Guidance:

If you are caring for elderly, vulnerable individuals, or if your life is in imminent danger due to the coup, you may apply for evacuation.

To initiate the evacuation process, please follow these steps:

• Visit the GOV.UC website and navigate to the “Emergency Evacuation” section.
  
  
• Complete the evacuation application form with accurate details.
  
  
• Submit the form and await further instructions from consular officials.

Do not attempt to gain entry to Alteran-managed evacuation sites or routes without authorisation.

Any and all unauthorised attempts will result in an unsuccessful entry and potential future refusal.



Government Efforts:

The Government of the United Commonwealths of Great Altera is taking proactive measures to ensure the safety and security of our citizens.

We have dispatched ships and 1,000 troops to Cane Islo to assist in securing key evacuation routes, sites and embassy/consulate buildings.

Our forces are working diligently to maintain stability and facilitate the safe evacuation of our citizens.

We are committed to providing continuous updates and support.

For further information and assistance, please visit the GOV.UC website or contact the nearest embassy or consulate.



Stay Safe, Stay Informed.

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[Lesva]

Military presence increased near and around Cane Islo

Marshal Iuna Scadi orders the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Navy and the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Air Force to take position near and around Cane Islo

Map of Cane Islo.

Secretary of Defense and the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Colonel Caro Vecal has announced a new order given by our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi in response to the developments on the counter-revolutionary-controlled island of Cane Islo.

Reacting to the violence on the Lesvan State's only island, the Marshal ordered to increase military presence near and around Cane Islo for the duration of the unrest there. Colonel Caro Vecal stated that the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Navy has been ordered to move a fleet in the direction of Cane Islo, positioning warships near and around Cane Islo. Identical orders were given to the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Air Force, which has been ordered to move an aerial fleet of warplanes to circle above and around Cane Islo.

Marshal Iuna Scadi went out into the public in National Capital Saela, where the National Leader was greeted by a cheering crowd of citizens. Marshal Iuna Scadi spoke before that cheering crowd and voiced the reasons behind the military maneuvres:

"Our military moves are a security precaution. The counter-revolutionary forces occupying the Lesvan State's only island of Cane Islo are now fighting among themselves and have created danger not only for the residents and guests of the island, but also could create a spillover beyond Cane Islo. Our moves are a containment effort to prevent the spread of what has broken out on Cane Islo. However, we also do not deny that we want to create psychological pressure against the counter-revolutionaries to cease their madness at once. Even if these maneuvres will not lead to a de-occupation of Cane Islo, which I and my friend Colonel Caro Vecal do not think will happen, we think that we can at least pressure the in-fighting counter-revolutionaries to stop what they are doing now.

We understand that there are foreign nationals located on Cane Islo, including citizens of hostile countries, who were permitted into Cane Islo without our permission, as the Lesvan State's and Revolution's enemies were allowed into Cane Islo by the counter-revolutionaries occupying and controlling our nation's sole island. While we are against foreign powers violating our sovereignty, we will not oppose international evacuation efforts, including by adversary countries. We will not stand in their way, but we will insist on withdrawing from Cane Islo after the evacuation efforts are complete.

We do not want to see counter-revolutionaries using Cane Islo as their base of operations and land of their exploitation with foreign sponsorship by those countries that wish to pressure and undermine us.

Very frequently it looks to us like the issue of counter-revolutionary control of Cane Islo and foreign trespass into that territory could only be permanently solved in the future by military action by the Lesvan Revolutionary Army. Nevertheless, our aspiration is to find a political solution, because we want our Army to stand prepared to fight foreign aggressors moving against our homeland, instead of us fighting other Lesvans upholding a different ideology, including the counter-revolutionaries. No matter how unrealistic it may seem sometimes, our primary wish is to convince them to embrace the Revolution that our people have chosen instead of fighting for misguided ideals, including ones that could be subservient to outside forces."

[Lesva]

New junta behind the second coup on Cane Islo reportedly led by the soldiers of the former LNA and FLA

Flag used on Cane Islo.



Map of Cane Islo.

Since the second military coup in the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo on Thursday, the island has become a location of international evacuations effort, while the dictatorship of Marshal Iuna Scadi in mainland Lesva is once again building up forces near and around Cane Islo. While Scadi has personally declared that these were "containment efforts" and that he would not interfere with foreign evacuation efforts, it is never safe to trust dictators.

In the meantime, sources say that the soldiers, who were behind this second coup and who now lead the new military junta of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty, are from the faction of the Lesvan Armed Forces on Cane Islo, who are former soldiers of the Lesvan National Army (LNA) and the Free Lesvan Army (FLA). LNA was a military arm of the former Government of the Lesvan Presidential Republic in exile (GLRPIE), while FLA was a military force of Lesvan expats funded and trained by Great Altera. Both those forces were originally formed outside Lesva's borders and their purpose was to overthrow the Throngist dictatorship that ruled Lesva before the Lesvan Revolution. LNA and FLA got involved in the Revolution itself, but Scadi's Underground Brotherhood, whose actions kickstarted the Lesvan Revolution got to the Throngists and took power first and the rest is history. On Cane Islo, between the two military coups, when the Constitution of the Republic of Lesva was reinstated and the provisional unity government was created, FLA integrated into LNA amd later LNA integrated into the larger Lesvan Armed Forces on Cane Islo, which in their majority were made up of the former Lesvan Throngist Armed Forces before the first coup on May 9th ended the Throngist one-party rule on Cane Islo and the Lesvan Throngist Armed Forces once again became just the Lesvan Armed Forces.

Coincidentally, as the second coup of September 26th was going on in Cane Islo outside of anyone's knowledge before it was over, our network gave a report about how dissident experts and analysts perceived this merger of the Lesvan Armed Forces from different ideological groups created a "hybrid military" with internal divisions. The second coup was a culmination of that factionalism, as the former LNA-FLA wing of the military apparently did not like a quieter return of Throngist dominance into government and military on Cane Islo and rebelled by leading a second coup, facing off against the rest of the military, who stayed loyal to the hybrid regime.

The coup was led by Sergeant Nesi Parin, who has become Chairman of the new military junta of the Restoration Council for Democratic Sovereignty. While still largely an enigmatic figure, Sergeant Nesi Parin served in LNA, then in FLA and then back in LNA again, even before FLA's integration into LNA and eventual integration into the larger Lesvan Armed Forces on Cane Islo. Sources say Sergeant Parin has always been a staunch anti-Throngist and he was among those enthusiastically ready to fight the Throngists in order to overthrow their grip over all Lesvan lands. The Sergeant reportedly swallowed his pride, but still remained internally unenthusiastic, about the creation of a provisional unity government and a united military that included Throngists and former Throngists. When the administration of President and Brigadier General Nari Civin kept many Throngists, who were not just members of the Throngist Movement Party of Lesva (TMPL), but also leaders and officials of the Throngist regime that were primarily hardliners and moderates, Sergeant Nesi Parin was reportedly among the soldiers that participated in the enforcement of the house arrests.

The slow Throngist resurgence to the top in Cane Islo, this time within the ranks of a multi-party system under a hybrid regime of the Republic of Lesva on Cane Islo was the straw that broke the camel's back. Since the second coup was led by the military faction of former LNA and FLA soldiers within the Lesvan Armed Forces and they have formed the new junta, it could signal big changes unless their opponents try to overturn the coup.

[Verska]

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The Verska Paper

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24th of Rabiul Awal 1446 || 28th of September 2024

As Automobile Parts Become More Expensive, Harya Arkpari Claim it as Another Weakness of the Government

Ever since the end of The Scythe Association's terror, Harya Arkpari has been slamming the government for a multitude of reasons. It started with his statement that the Government was taking too much time in taking action against the Scythe Association, all the way to the current education problem in Verska. Now, Harya Arkapari blamed the government again for the increasing cost of acquiring and maintaining engined transportation such as motorcycles, cars, and trucks.

"We are not in a developed nation," said Harya Arkpari in his latest speech, "we cannot afford the economic stagnation that came from the rising cost of motorcycles and cars. We need these kinds of transportation to move our products from one point to another quickly, any kind of delay may diminish the quality of the transported product and cause us millions or even billions of Akçe in a year." The crowd cheered midway upon hearing his speech, drowning Arkpari's voice for a moment.

He then calmed his supporters and continued. Arkpari claimed that if the government does not take any action soon, he and his supporters will be the ones to take action and resolve this issue. Harya Arkpari's supporters cheered him louder but the sound of dissent could be heard from here and there after Arkpari's speech. Many disagreed with Harya Arkpari for his approach to this issue; some of the opposition condemned Harya Arkpari for his speech as it contained traces of threat. Despite that, Arkpari and his followers continued their slam on the government.

Nur Devrim, the leading opposition against Harya Arkpari, condemned Arkpari and his speech as it goes against the spirit of reconciliation and peace. Furthermore, Nur Devrim argued in one of his public speeches that his opponent (Harya Arkpari) should be more peaceful if he claimed to fight for the people. It seems as if the tension before the Scythe Association's terror rose again despite the cooperation of Harya Arkpari, Nur Devrim, and the government several weeks ago.

The Land Force is Looking to Replace its Antiquated Rifles, What Will the New Rifle be?

Ever since the mid-13th century (mid-20th century in other nations), our Land Force has equipped its troops with a type of rifle that hasn't changed for decades. After years of petition since the year 1422 (the year 2000, again in other nations), the High Command decided to dedicate some of its budget to new rifles for the troops. Despite the heavy research and upgrade of armoured vehicles around 70 years ago, and the subsequent smaller upgrades in the following decades, there hadn't been any upgrades for rifles that the troop held.

There are some considerations, said the spokesperson, when choosing a new rifle: Manufacturing and maintenance costs, sustainability during wartime or disastrous events, the overall reliability of the rifle with its ammunition, and its impact on soldiers; these considerations are the main ones but not the only ones, "Naturally, there are other considerations which we will leave out of public eyes, but these considerations that I mentioned are the one that you should know." the spokesperson continued.

The arguments of whether to import rifles or make them in our country seem to rage on for a while. Importing rifles is relatively easier and faster, but there's no guarantee of ammunition compatibility with the existing rifle; replacing the current logistics on ammunition manufacturing will add up to overall costs. Importing rifles may also build good relations with other nations and be good for overall trade, but it'll make our nation depend more on foreign entities. On the other hand, manufacturing our own rifles means that our defences do not depend on foreign nations. Moreover, with our capability, it's not entirely impossible to upgrade our rifle manufacturing line. Not only that, there may never be an ammunition change, which means our future-will-be-decommissioned rifle can be reused in desperate times. But the downside is that the cost of researching new rifles can balloon more than the budget and it may take some years just for the research alone.

There are, however, some in the high command who chose the middle ground: that is to call foreign experts to help us develop new rifle. While we from the Verska Paper felt that this will be the winning arguments, and eventually what the Land Force chose to do, we have to see how the situation developed in the future.

Other News:
-Coup on Cane Islo, What We Know So Far About Situation in Lesva
-Great Altera Started its Evacuation Effort for Their Citizens in Cane Islo

Writer: Professor Awan Fuad
Intern Writer: Altan Barış Emir
Editor: Professor Awan Fuad

[Nhoor]

ooCamar pw Zumeqh nhar Nhōrar | Breaking News from Nhooroo
For all news from Nhoor, please look here

Dīplomasīnhoch pw suhemhire req artin pw rhwsariq hōlwrusyteme sw̦nh Nhōrwsw̦n
Nhoor intensifies diplomatic relations with a number of countries

SĀRRUC, 27 September 2024 | The Dominion of Nhoor has engaged in more intensive diplomatic relations with a small number of countries in The Western Isles, a spokesperson of the Diplomatic Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed. It concerns nations which are either relatively close to Nhoor or to Raedlon, or which are members of the same international organisations as Nhoor. For this purpose, ambassadors will be exchanged with the Republican Union of Corkair, the Very Democratic Kingdom of Kaskalma, the Forumnial Kingdom of Kravato, the Occidental Commonwealth of Thythe, and the Second Commonwealth of Yursea as of October. Discussions with three more nations are underway.

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LGBTQ+ pw rasytīmhana so̦ramhome eqi varnipwmelireqi mey Lesimhanhoch pw Chorocey
Protests by LGBTQ+ organisations after crackdown in Lesvan State

SĀRRUC, 28 September 2024 | Members of the LGBTQ+ community in Nhoor have protested today against a recent crackdown against the LGBTQ+ community in the Lesvan State. The dictatorial regime of the Lesvan State lead by Marshal Iuna Scadi had several people arrested after a night club was claimed to be a ‘front for a counter-revolutionary operation’. The protests in Sārruc and other cities in Nhoor were conducted in a mostly calm fashion; in Silīmh, one person was arrested after trying to engage in indecent behaviour with a police officer.

[Lesva]

Marshal Iuna Scadi gives amnesty to and acquits the suspected counter-revolutionaries pretending to be owners of an LGBTQIA+ club in Saela

Suspected counter-revolutionaries, who were perceived as hiding their anti-Revolution operation behind a new night club for the LGBTQIA+ in National Capital Saela, have been acquitted and given amnesty by Marshal Iuna Scadi

Our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi together with Secretary of Justice Tesi Iben, Secretary of the Internal Affairs Ani Nacta and Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi have informed the rest of the Central Social Council that the counter-revolutionaries arrested in a new LGBTQIA+ night club in National Capital Saela would be acquitted and given amnesty by Marshal Iuna Scadi.

The decision by Marshal Iuna Scadi was made primarily following the questioning of the suspects by Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi, which took place after the Secretariat of Justice, the law enforcement, the intelligence agencies and representatives of the Lesvan Revolutionary Army first carried out their questioning of the detainees. After the self-initiated questioning, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi then appealed to Marshal Iuna Scadi to inform our National Leader that those incarcerated were wrongfully accused or suspected of what could be categorized as counter-revolutionary activity that would actually require the strictest response. Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi said that the detainees were wrong for setting up an LGBTQIA+ club as a private civilian initiative, doing so outside the Revolution's boundaries or the knowledge and approval of the Social Authority leadership after wide consultations within the community, the Social Carto or the Social Council of Saela or the even the Central Social Carto or the Central Social Council of all of the Lesvan State. This private initiative caused suspicion for underground illegal activity. However, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi then concluded with confidence that, In the end, despite their mistake, the owners and participants of the club have managed to convince the Secretary that they simply wanted to set up a location for the LGBTQIA+ of National Capital Saela to gather. Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi appealed to Marshal Iuna Scadi to acquit the suspects. The National Leader was ultimately convinced, when the military, the intelligence and the law enforcement did not find proof of actual operations related to arms smuggling, insurgent training, espionage or anti-Revolution propaganda being hidden behind the closed doors of the club.

The order to acquit and release the suspects became effective immediately by the decision of Marshal Iuna Scadi, but the National Leader has decided to sent an inspection team to carry out a better check of the club in order to see whether this facility could be deemed safe and remain open as an establishment not going against any of the Revolution's laws.

Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi states the arrest of suspected counter-revolutionaries in LGBTQIA+ club in Saela has opened attention towards a different issue

After the acquittal and release of owners and visitors of a new LGBTQIA+ club in National Capital Saela on counter-revolutionary suspicions, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi raises the LGBTQIA+ problems as humanitarian problems

After the issue with the detained suspected counter-revolutionaries and their release was settled, Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi took the floor individually. The Secretary told the assembly of the Central Social Council that, while the serious counter-revolutionary threat to the Lesvan State was debunked and enemies of the State and the Revolution no longer held the power they had previously held, the incident open attention to a whole different issue. That issue are questions pertaining to the LGBTQIA+, which Secretary of Humanitarian Affairs Aca Scadi categorized as a humanitarian issue:

"Marshal Iuna Scadi and fellow compatriots within the Central Social Council,

The incident around the new LGBTQIA+ night club in our nation's capital Saela and the counter-revolutionary activity we had suspected it to hold, has been proven as not being quite the threat we have countered. Nonetheless, it moves the attention towards an issue, which the Revolution has to address and I plan to do so on behalf of the Revolution as one responsible for the humanitarian questions of this country. LGBTQIA+ is a humanitarian issue, which the Lesvan State and the Revolution must likewise dedicate attention and care towards, because if we fail to do so, fringe groups will try to manipulate the problems pertaining to this topic and spin it their way. And even without this risk, our Revolution is a Revolution by the People for the People and the Revolution's task is to solve problems for all of our citizens in all walks of life, if we aspire to build the kind of society that the Revolution has sought to build. I ask Marshal Iuna Scadi to permit me to invite Secretary of Health Asvec Egerna to join hands and our efforts in handling the issues of LGBTQIA+ and sexuality in the Lesvan State.

Thank you."

[Biaten]

Friday 27th September 2024
Hachen Times
Republic of Biaten



President Breitbarth Announces Bid for Fourth Term

His Excellency President Breitbarth has announced that he will run for a fourth term as President in May’s Presidential Election. The announcement comes 2 weeks before the deadline for the President to submit his intention to run to the Social Democratic Party, who will confirm whether or not he will be the party’s candidate in December, a confirmation which is likely to pass.

President Petrus Breitbarth has, throughout his presidency, stuck to the Hachen Convention by not using his presidential veto and always nominated a government supported by Parliament. However, some of his expected contenders have said that they will not uphold the Convention, instead centralising more political power in the Presidency. Communist Party Chairwoman Mattie Everly, who is expected to run for the Presidency in May, has vowed to return political power to the Presidency, and use the Presidential veto against any legislation that goes against the interests of the working class.

Dodgers Win Baseball Cup

The Biatenian Dodgers, our national baseball team, have won the World Baseball Association International Cup of 2024, in a moment of pride for the nation. The team made its way to the final, where it defeated the national team of Wellsia, the Royal Wellsian Slammers, by 17-4.

[Domanania]

September 29th, 2024

Doman Shipyards at Capacity

Today, representatives of the the Economy and Finance, Department of National Defense, Department of Labor, and the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy got together to discuss a pressing issue within the Doman economy.

Domanania stands as one of the largest ship builders in the region, capable of producing over 40 ships a year, which includes warships, tankers, barges, and floating structures. Spread across 6 major companies, the shipbuilding industry provides ships all across the region, and bringing jobs and money into the country. However, in the last 2 years the ability of Doman shipbuilders have reported a backlog of orders and an inability to keep up with both civilian and military demands.

Domanania has been no stranger to labor shortages in the past, but recent changes have caused numerous sectors to suffer from widespread strikes and labor shortages. This includes the shipbuilding sector, which has seen multiple projects be delayed by months or even years. Recently, workers have complained that working hours are too high, with many builders having mandatory overtime, forcing employees to work 50-60 hour weeks. Many also feel underpaid, with overtime pay being too low to cover the cost of mandatory overtime. The average worker only earns 100-120k a year (or roughly $40/hr), with overtime only providing 20k/year.

With these labor shortages, builders have been told the priority should be focused on Military ships, with the government offering slightly better rates for these ships. This of course is leaving the largest sector of civilian ships neglected, and causing more issues. So the 4 departments have come together to work on a plan to end current labor shortages, and to prevent future issues as well.

They announced that they are looking at passing new regulations that increase the overtime pay of shipbuilders, putting a limit of mandatory overtime, and finally of exploring overseas opportunities to expand Doman shipbuilding by opening up dockyards overseas, to alleviate the pressure on domestic dockyards.

Doctor Gavi Salda Arrives

Today, a plane touched down at Tavunt International Airport carrying the asylum seeking figure of Doctor Gavi Salda. Doctor Salda has been exiled from the Cane Islo government of Lesva due to organizing illegal protests. The Doctor was transferred to Domanania by Cane Islo as part of an agreement with the larger WIDA alliance to provide stability to the island.

Salda was promised to be given an apartment in the Diplomatic Quarter of the capital, where dignitaries and political refugees are placed. The doctor has been provided with all the basic amenities and a respectable allowance by the government until such time as he can provide gainful employment within the country.

There is some resistance from political activists within the country, that organized a protest outside the airport. They said they opposed the Doctor's presence in Domanania as they disagree with the government of Cane Islo, and of the Mainland. They believe that harboring someone who wishes to exercise free speech from their country of origin sends the message that Domanania is not on the side of freedom, but opression.

These protestors were escorted from the airport by police before Doctor Salda left the premises, with a police escort.

Thousands call for Beyn Tarr's Resignation

Thousands of people gathered in the capital city of Tavunt to call for Beyn Tarr's resignation on Saturday, as a coalition of left-wing groups blamed the president for increasing tensions in the region and continued economic strains.

According to police, about 5,000 people are estimated to have flocked to Bundae at 3 p.m. in central Tavunt to protest Tarr's leadership, as the conservative president's five-year term is now about halfway through. The coalition estimated the participation at 10,000.

Under Tarr's leadership, Domanania "has been failing to protect its people's lives despite the state's duty to do so," said the Sanpae Raethbun before the crowd. Raethbun was chief of state-owned broadcaster FBC during the term of the previous President term for 10 years. He invoked the many protests held against the government, which state police often escalated and caused injuries and the occasional death. Raethbun also accused the current government of being tied to the Junta government, often trying to reimplement their policies and increasing government control over the everyday lives of citizens.

Raethbun continued, stating that the governments commitment to sending Doman troops overseas can be seen as an escalation of tensions in the region. Often, these troop movements are under the guise of WIDA exercises, but they strongly feature Doman troops. "Should Doman sons and daughters be sent to die in a war in Argus, Gael, or the southern sea to please the egos of other nations who lack the ability to fight for themselves? The government is so eager to send us across the seas, and for what? To prove they have a big stick?"

Moreover, the Tarr administration's favoritism toward the wealthy has pushed ordinary people's lives toward the brink of poverty, according to Zhu Kun, a left-wing activist who leads the Doman Alliance for Progressive Movement.

"We are losing quality jobs. Some 10,000 small business operators shut down their business just last year, and we are still seeing Tarr favor the rich through tax relief and shrink the budget for social welfare programs," Kun said. "The price of rice keeps on falling, but the government does not stop rice imports. Real wages have kept on dropping for three years in a row, but Tarr appointed antilabor figures as his new labor minister. It is a declaration of war against workers."

The demonstrations were held in 14 cities nationwide, with some 100,000 total participants being reported. Only one protest was forcibly dispersed by police after someone in the crowd set off multiple smoke bombs and fireworks at police.

[Yektov]

Bill proposed in Uryad to pay back 200 year old reparations to Yursea

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St. Olexandr - September 29th, 2024

Uryad is currently debating a bill that seeks to raise $800 million IAD in reparations owed to the Commonwealth of Yursea. These reparations stem from the 1811 Yursean-Baalskan War, a conflict over two centuries old, fought between Lipov-Baalska, Yektov’s predecessor state, and Yursea. The move comes after renewed diplomatic pressure from Yursea, which has sought payment under the terms of the Treaty of Kryska, signed at the conclusion of the war. The Yursean-Baalskan War was a relatively short conflict from 1811 to 1814, where Yursea attacked the Baalskan coast due to Baalskan oppression of the local Wynnist population. The war ended in semi victory for Yursea, with both sides agreeing to peace terms under the Treaty of Kryska. As part of the settlement, Baalska was required to pay reparations to Yursea for damages incurred during the war. However, due to the fall of Baalska in 1911 and the establishment of the Provisional Republic of Yektov, these reparations were never fulfilled. For decades, Yursea’s demands remained unresolved, though they were not actively pursued until recent years.

The proposed legislation, introduced by Premier Andrij’s Forwardist Party, aims to allocate $800 million IAD to settle the reparations with Yursea, adjusted for inflation. The funds would be gathered through a combination of increased taxes, public bond sales, and budget reallocations. Proponents of the bill argue that paying the reparations is necessary to strengthen Yektov’s diplomatic relations with Yursea and remove a long-standing issue from the bilateral agenda. The bill has generated significant controversy within Uryad, particularly among opposition parties. The Conservative Party, led by Governor Morozov, has been particularly vocal in its criticism. Morozov has described the bill as a financially irresponsible move, arguing that Yektov should not be held accountable for obligations tied to a war that predates the modern state. “We are being asked to pay for the mistakes of a nation that ceased to exist over two centuries ago," Morozov said in a speech to Uryad. “This is not a burden Yektosk citizens should bear.” The Conservative Party has vowed to oppose the bill, arguing that the funds could be better spent on domestic priorities such as infrastructure, defense, or economic recovery efforts. Other right-leaning factions in Uryad have expressed similar concerns, calling the proposal an unnecessary financial strain on Yektov’s budget. Supporters of the bill emphasize that the payment could yield significant diplomatic benefits. Yursea has become an increasingly important trading partner for Yektov, and there are concerns that failure to resolve the reparations issue could hinder further economic and political cooperation between the two countries. Political analysts note that Yursea’s demand for reparations has been a point of contention in bilateral relations for years, and resolving the issue may lead to more stable relations moving forward. The Forwardist government has stressed that paying the reparations could help improve Yektov’s international standing, particularly in the context of broader regional diplomacy.

Public reaction to the proposed bill has been mixed. Many Yektosk citizens have expressed confusion over why reparations from a 210-year-old conflict are being prioritized, especially during a time of economic challenges. Others support the government’s push to resolve the issue, viewing it as an opportunity to clear the slate and move forward in relations with Yursea. Economic analysts have raised concerns about the impact the proposed tax increases and spending cuts could have on Yektov’s economic growth, though the government insists that the long-term diplomatic benefits outweigh the short-term financial costs. The bill is still in the early stages of debate, and its future remains uncertain. While the Forwardists hold a majority in Uryad, they face strong opposition from the Conservatives and other right-leaning parties. Debate on the issue is expected to continue over the coming weeks as both sides present their cases. If passed, the bill would represent a significant financial commitment from Yektov to settle a historical obligation, while also potentially reshaping the country’s diplomatic relations with Yursea.

In other news
- October 3rd Commemoration of the Imperial War in Yektov, upcoming and will take place in Chernihiv
- Rada elections this November. Conservatives predicted to possibly gain seats.
- Yektov has not released statements about returning Martha’s Goodbye to Yursea

[Lesva]

Marshal Iuna Scadi explains why the Federal Republic of Romancia cannot be granted visa exemption, but refugees and students will remain welcome

Marshal Iuna Scadi tells the Central Social Council that the Federal Republic of Romancia cannot be given visa exemption over the threat of Baumish infiltration, however, refugees and students wanting to study in the Lesvan State will remain welcome

National Flags of the Lesvan State and the Federal Republic of Romancia.

National Capital Saela hosted another pro-Romancian rally today. After the citizens, who held National Flags of the Lesvan State and the Federal Republic of Romancia, marched across the street in support of the Federal Republic of Romancia, they headed towards a location, where Marshal Iuna Scadi addressed all the rally participants. Marshal Iuna Scadi addressed the crowd and during the speech, the National Leader explained why the Federal Republic of Romancia at this point in time cannot be provided with visa exemption to enter the Lesvan State, despite our country's commitment to support Romancia against Baumish aggression and annexation. The Lesvan State cannot liberalize visa requirements for citizens of the Federal Republic of Romancia at this point in time because of security concerns caused by a possible Baumish infiltration. Baumish agents could disguised as Romancians arriving in the Lesvan State visa-free. The Marshal stressed that, despite not being able to remove visas for Romancians now, the Lesvan State would keep its' doors open to refugees out of the Federal Republic of Romancia and students from the Federal Republic of Romancia invited to study under the free education that the Lesvan State provides, including for international students:

"This fact aches my heart as much as yours, but we must not surrender to emotions.

I have standing next to me on this stage, my friend, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Reco Taltin, a genius in diplomacy. Both of us, together with compatriots from the Lesvan Revolutionary Army and our nation's intelligence agencies, have agreed that the Republic of Baumes, which is the aggressor not only wanting to annex the Federal Republic of Romancia, but also trespassing with its' military forces on our nation's island of Cane Islo, senses no limits with how far they are willing to go with their aggression against others. While attempting to suppress the Romancian Liberation Struggle and having its' forces intrude on the Lesvan State's island of Cane Islo because of our support for the Romancian people, the Republic of Baumes may also use our own humanitarianism against us. The people of Romancia do not control their land today, as it is under the grasp of the Baumish government and a collaborator "autonomous authority." We could not even draw the borders of which land specifically the visa exemption would apply to if we were to introduce it. A hypothetical visa exemption for the Federal Republic of Romancia could be abused by the Baumish government and Romancians collaborator, if they hold control of that land now.

It is difficult, but If we listen entirely to the passion in our hearts and reject the logic of the cold minds, we could open the flood gates and allow a swarm of Baumish agents, disguising as Romancian citizens travelling to our country, infiltrate the Lesvan State. That is when we will really be in trouble because the enemy will walk among us and we will not even know who is who. Therefore, as much as we may want to invite the Romancians over to our home visa-free, we cannot take that risk today.

However, the Lesvan State will still keep its' doors open to refugees from the Federal Republic of Romancia and also students from the Federal Republic of Romancia coming to the Lesvan State to study under our free education system. Our Revolutionary ideals make our people happy to subsidize the education not only of our own compatriots, but also for fellow peoples of the Isles, who share our ideals and who are in time of need, as aggressors and tyrants wish to take their liberty and independence away. Yes, I already know what some or many of you are fearful of. Where is there a guarantee that Baumish agents cannot come disguised as refugees or as students? My answer to you is that there is always a risk. However, our Revolutionary ideals will not allow us to completely shut the doors to those in need. Sealing ourselves off is the most safe option for our own benefit, but it leaves other behind and that goes against what we believe in. Instead, we will put more effort into the vetting process to make sure the people coming to our country are not Baumish agents. Stronger vetting, while helping refugees and providing student visas for Romancians. We formally do not have students visas introduced yet, but I plan on signing a Decree that will provide such an option. It will apply not only to Romancians, but it will allow the Lesvan State to provide such students visas for potential students of any friendly country that shares our values."

[Baumes]

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Baumish and Scadi fighter jets collide in security incident

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Footage from a Baumish fighter "dogfighting" a LRAAF fighter.

1 OCTOBER - A serious incident involving military aircraft from Baumes and the Lesvan State occurred off the coast of Cane Islo earlier today. A Baumish Air Force Alavi AF-26D fighter jet and a Lesvan Revolutionary Army Air Force (LRAAF) fighter jet collided during what reports suggest was a tense aerial encounter near Vacero, where many Baumish naval vessels are currently stationed. The collision led to both aircraft spiraling out of control, with the pilots ejecting safely before being rescued. According to initial reports, two Baumish Alavi AF-26D fighter jets were scrambled to intercept a pair of LRAAF fighter jets that were escorting a reconnaissance aircraft flying dangerously close to Vacero’s airspace. Vacero, a strategic port for the Baumish Navy, is a heavily militarized area, and tensions in the region have been high following recent confrontations between the Baumish and Lesvan forces.

The Baumish jets issued multiple warnings to the Lesvan fighters, instructing them to leave the area. However, the Lesvan aircraft ignored the warnings, leading to a tense standoff. It is reported that one of the Lesvan jets then attempted to maneuver behind a Baumish fighter, likely trying to lock on the Baumish fighter, prompting the two sides to engage in what has been described as a "mock dogfight." The situation quickly escalated as the four fighter jets engaged in close aerial maneuvers. During the confrontation, one of the Lesvan fighters clipped the tail of the Baumish jet with its left wing, causing both aircraft to lose control. Both jets spiraled toward the sea as their pilots ejected.

The remaining Lesvan fighter and the reconnaissance aircraft immediately retreated from the area, leaving the disabled jets and their pilots behind. The Baumish government has confirmed that Lieutenant Manuel Vorentes, the pilot of the Baumish fighter, was safely rescued by a nearby freighter and brought back to Vacero. The pilot of the Lesvan jet, who still remains unidentified, was later rescued by a Lesvan Revolutionary Army Navy vessel following hours of searching by Baumes, and both Lesvan Navies. Newly released video footage from the other Baumish fighter jet shows the intense moments leading up to the collision, with the four aircraft locked in a mock dogfight before the Baumish and Lesvan jets clipped each other off-camera. The footage also captures the remaining Lesvan aircraft quickly fleeing the scene after the collision.

The Baumish government has condemned the actions of the Lesvan fighter, calling the aggressive and dangerous maneuvers irresponsible and a threat to regional security. In a statement released shortly after the incident, the Ministry of Defense said, “The reckless actions of the Lesvan pilot endangered not only our military personnel but also the safety of civilians in the area. Such provocations cannot be tolerated, and we will continue to defend Cane Islo's airspace and military assets with the full force of our armed forces.” Baumes also questioned the illegal intrusion into Cane Islo's airspace and what the true intentions of the Lesvan State were.

In the aftermath of the collision, the Baumish Navy has announced that it will be deploying additional forces to monitor air and sea traffic near Vacero and the surrounding region. Baumes has also reaffirmed its commitment to defending its military assets and maintaining a strong presence in the region to ensure the safety of its personnel and interests. International observers have urged both sides to exercise caution and avoid any further escalation that could lead to open conflict, especially following a coup in Cane Islo a few days ago, although the government remains favorable to Baumes. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.

[Lesva]

Marshal Iuna Scadi to visit the military pilot rescued near Cane Islo

Marshal Iuna Scadi travels to visit the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Air Force, who ejected to avoid collision with a Baumish warplane near Cane Islo

National Flag of the Republic of Baumes.

The pilot of the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Air Force, who ejected from the warplane to avoid a collision with military aircraft of the Baumish Air Force near Cane Islo, has been rescued by the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Navy and taken back to our nation's mainland. The pilot would now receive a medical examination and given aid in case it is discovered that the soldier is facing health challenges. Following this incident and the announcement that the pilot was rescued and taken to a military medical facility, our National Leader Marshal Iuna Scadi announced intent to visit the pilot. Marshal Iuna Scadi invited personal friend Secretary of Defense and the Lesvan Revolutionary Army Colonel Caro Vecal to come along on the journey to visit the pilot. Marshal Iuna Scadi and Colonel Caro Vecal soon announced departure from National Capital Saela to travel to the medical facility, where the pilot currently is. Staying in Saela, Secretary of Foreign Affairs Reco Taltin called upon the government of the Republic of Baumes to withdraw from Cane Islo, because Baumish military presence on our nation's sole island is a continued violation of the Lesvan State's sovereignty and puts the Lesvan State and the Republic of Baumes on the brink of war.

[Lathari]

Lathari State News Network
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His Majesty Prince Jugoñodo Opens the Festival of Dalinera with Words of Peace

RAMALA, Oct 1, 17:30 — Today marks the beginning of the month-long traditional Lathari festival of Dalinera. Celebrations began in front of the Black Palace in Ramala, where His Majesty Prince Jugoñodo greeted the over 100,000 participants with a solemn speech of remembrance for those who died in the Terror of 1971. His Majesty gave a speech calling for peace, asking the listeners to dedicate themselves to rebuilding broken bonds, reconciling with those they've wronged or who have wronged them, and advocating for peace across The Western Isles. His Majesty's speech closed with a parade around the Noble District of Ramala and the opening of the Prince's Market where thousands of families in need were given free food and clothing at His Majesty's expense.

The Terror of 1971 was a period of political unrest in the Principality that culminated in the murder of six children in a car-bombing outside of a school in Ramala. The month of October was the declared the Festival of Dalinera, meaning "Loving Rest." The festival has since become a time spent reconnecting with family, and schools across Lathari close for the last week of October.

Talks About Ending the Provisional Government in the Duchy of Morutho End Sourly

MORUTHO CITY, Oct 2, 8:00 — The House of Representatives' discussion about transitioning the special administrative district of Morutho from its provisional government back to its previous state government ended poorly after politicians from the United Liberal Front rejected a bill proposed by the Labor Party that would establish state legislatures for the Duchy of Namere as well as Morutho. The bill, which has been tabled three times this year already, was proposed by the opposition as a means to reduce the size of the federal government as the Duchy of Namere currently lacks a state legislature, relying on the federal Princely Courts. Critics have called it a cynical attempt to promote the party platform of the opposition by preventing the reintroduction of the Morutho as a state, while proponents from the Labor Party say that legislative changes like this are better done as part of a larger reform package. The special administrative district of Morutho has been governed by its provisional government for 13 years now, despite it initially being a measure to preserve the peace in an area experiencing terrorist acts from the People's Liberation Front of Lathari.

[Lesva]

Experts analyze whether the League Resolution on Cote Feanrure will be upheld, even if it passes

National flag of the Republic of Cote Feanrure.

Not much time is left before The League of TWI concludes the vote on Resolution 35 concerning the conflict in Cote Feanrure. Before the verdict of international representatives is even known, dissident Lesvan political analysts are already discussing Resolution 35 and debating whether it will be upheld even if it passes.

Specifically, the analyst and expert community is focusing on the clause of the arms embargo and whether that will be respected. Obviously, being Lesvan dissidents, the analysts primarily worry about Scadi's Lesvan State being the violator of a potential arms embargo towards Cote Feanrure and this concern appears valid for a number of reasons.

The experts list those reasons as follows:

1. The dictatorship of Marshal Iuna Scadi in Lesva has a doctrine of supporting revolutionary movements internationally and the situation in Cote Feanrure falls into that category.

2. Lesvan dictator Marshal Iuna Scadi has personally expressed sympathy towards the Native Alliance rebels a number of time and got into a tense exchange with Cote Feanrure's ruler over it.

3. Marshal Iuna Scadi may attempt to find ways how to arm and even train the Native Alliance rebels in Cote Feanrure. Even if the Scadi regime gets caught doing it, they could argue whether this would be in violation of the arms embargo. A formal arms embargo would apply to arms exports to Cote Feanrure in partnership with the government there, while Scadi's possible arms provision to the rebels would be an action against the local government and would formally fall into the category of illegal arms smuggling. It would not make it legitimate in any case, but Scadi's regime might not care and might argue with the previous arguments on why this is formally not a violation of the arms embargo, as Scadi's Lesva is bot exporting arms to Cote Feanrure in agreement with the government there. Moreover, concern for non-violation or legitimacy of actions is also unlikely to be relevant, because to potentially train the rebels in addition to arming them, Scadi's instructors could be sent to Cote Feanrure in secret in the same way how they are covertly present in Romancia, with Scadi's denial, and have been elsewhere. Such deployment in itself would be illegal as a violation of the sovereignty of Cote Feanrure, but it is unlikely Scadi's regime would admit the presence of advisors.

4. Scadi's regime may see itself as exempt from following TWI rules, because Scadi's Lesva is not formally a member of The League of TWI. Partially, this is because Scadi's Lesva formally avoids membership in The League of TWI and international organizations in order to "protect sovereignty." However, Scadi may also have difficulty of having Lesva under his regime join The League even if he wanted to, because the legitimacy of his regime is a question that polarizes the international community. The alternative government on Cane Islo enjoyed recognition of many countries, which are members of TWI, as a partial successor to the internationally recognized Government of the Lesvan Presidential Republic in exile (GLPRIE). However, a new military junta has taken over power in Cane Islo in the coup of September 26th, so there is doubt whether the Cane Islo alternative even exists. The National Socialist rebel regime in Western Acean is not even part of the conversation. In short, none of the regimes in control of different Lesvan territories each have enough international recognition to be considered the sole recognized authority of Lesva and thus be in The League of TWI. The lack of a Lesvan voice in The League also means that there was no Lesvan participation in the Resolution's discussion and voting on it, which Scadi may also use as a quasi-argument for why the regime may not be obligated to uphold League resolutions pr mandated rules.

5. Regardless if Scadi's Lesva's membership in The League of TWI, which may be used by Scadi's Lesva as an argument against obeying The League-mandated rules, it does not make the regime or the country under its' grip immune to international pressure or even allow it to ignore international law often protected by The League. The international pressure is still a very likely option, according to experts. Those measures could include more sanctions, in case the regime decides to arm the rebels and have its' instructors train or advise them on the ground in Cote Feanrure. Such hypothetical actions, in case they are taken, could be interpreted from one side as a violation of the arms embargo and from another as a violation of Cote Feanrure's sovereignty through Lesvan boots on the ground.

6. In case of sanctions, Scadi's Lesva, specifically the regime, is fanatical and radical, which means they would very likely fulfil their doctrine of sponsoring rebellions, including in Cote Feanrure, even if it harms the country. They could do so from a position of "a martyr", which agrees to suffer and confront pressure in the name of fighting for a cause. However, many experts also remember that this fanaticisim was also what contributed to the downfall of the Throngist dictatorship, because Lesva under Throngist rule became a sanctioned pariah and crumbled under pressure, as it was sanctiones for repressions at home and sponsoring rebellions abroad, while not having enough resources to do it all, but still doing it.

The consensus among the experts is that Scadi's Lesva will attempt to get involved in Cote Feanrure regardless of whether Resolution 35 passes or fails at The League. However, the Scadi regime will be facing a challenge of acomplishing this without getting caught by the government of Cote Feanrure or the international community.