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[USAmoderator]

Secretary General Expels Marzestan from the Security Council

USA HEADQUARTERS

Secretary General Misha Arseni announced today in a press conference within the Assembly's Headquarters that he will be ejecting Marzestan from the USA Security Council after the country failed to meet its obligations for the council, in particular, the donation of military personnel and bases for the use of the United Sunalaya Assembly Peacekeepers. The Secretary stated that since the country had failed to contribute to the force, a necessary arrangement for it being in the Council, he was left with no other choice but to "remove the nation" and replace it with a "active participant." The move comes after much criticism of Marzestan being in the Council. With the removal of Marzestan, the Security Council has three empty non-power member seats that need to be filled. "The selection of these seats, and it being done soon, is vital," the Secretary informed the media. "With the situations in Sunafrica become more deadly, Nyzurashka, and Yokohaul, the Security Council needs to step up and address these issues at hand." Arseni also called on members of the Security Council to write resolutions to address these "deadly conflicts."

In the Secretary General's statement he also urged Presidents of the USA's departments to become more active in helping the world or "face removal from office", which is one of the Secretary General's most defining powers.

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[Pantorrum]

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Hello, I'm Bob Sacareto. We have a breaking story out of Azovskaya today. Last night, an unnamed man gave an address in response to King Praxis' statements yesterday afternoon. The King had declared a full embargo and blockade of Azovskaya ports. In review, the man countered the Kings accusations on the nature of their Union. He would go on to justify their actions and call Pantorrum out as being, "...an evil imperialistic power with the intentions of oppressing our people." Despite their claims, the Minister of Defense remained strong on Pantorrums stance in a Press Conference today.
"I assure you, the intent is not to oppress. We've seen this sort of irrational support for a military regime in the past. The people of Azovskaya are making a terrible mistake. This is another example of people making irrational choices simply because they are dissatisfied with their present government. Supporting a military coup is not the answer. Brother killig brother is not the answer. We must stand with the only sovereign entity in Azovskaya, and that is the Federation. These tyrants may have a mandate to lead, but rule by majority is still tyranny. They seek to silence opposition and establish complete control of the political system. They have no merit and cannot be trusted by the international community. The Union is a threat to the world and an alliance for evil. It must not be allowed to sway the hearts of the innocent and prevail against the just. We will stand firm against the people who sparked this war. I call on the international community, I call on the USA. Let's stand with stability, let's stand with the Federation."
This morning, a convoy of C-17's completed a supply drop in Konetya. The transports dropped food, water, clothing, and arms for Federation Forces. Early this morning, the 1st Amphibious Assault Group departed for Azovskaya. On board are 12,000 Marines, 300 helicopters, and over 2 dozen LAV-25's.
Meanwhile, the 29th Airborne Division has departed for Konetya. They travel aboard and air fleet of nearly 100 C-130's. They transport with them, on board C-5 Galaxy Transports, 40 M-1 Abrams, 60 M3A3 Bradleys, and 30 Stryker APC's. Later in the week, the Defense Ministry intends to deploy another 30 Abrams, 40 Bradleys, and 25 Stryker APC's. Additional, 200 Humvees will be deployed. The Division will be fully deployed by Thursday.

In other news, the Minister of Foreign Relations has departed for Aznazia onboard a C-32. A ministry aide confirmed that the Minister is going in the hopes of negotiating a major trade deal with the distant nation.
Marzestan was ejected from the USA Security Council today after a failure to donate forces. Speculation that the King might seek to have the seat for Pantorrum was confirmed this morning. The Prime Minister held an address outside the palace.
"Yes, to answer your question, the King does intend to claim a seat on the Council. Our nation certainly deserves a place and a chance to help make the world a safer place. With all due respect, the current council has neglected to take action in the face of many challenges. As a result, Pantorrum has stepped up and deployed our own forces to deal with major crisis'. We have already done their job, now it's time we be given a place among them."
A strange weather system has been spotted 600 miles off the island of Nekheb. The Pantorran Colony rests directly in the path of a category 2 Hurricane. The storm system has become signifantly stronger in the last two weeks. The small island is home to 260,000 people. As of now, meteorologists say there is a 60% chance the hurricane will hit the island.

That sums up our special report today. Thank you for watching, and remember. You heard it here first.

[Rhodevus]

The Nations of the Sivier: A History


The Northern Plains, Molenston 1945

The situation between Molenston and the Bohin is a long and complex topic that has been discussed by historians and archaeologists alike since the 1800s. Nowhere else on the entire planet have two groups of people been so culturally similar, yet so animalistic in their hate for each other. The Malesti and Bohi peoples have been at odds since before they even became official or unofficial countries. For near 5,000 years as we can figure, these two groups have been at war with one another, experiencing an estimated 1,823 major conflicts between them. In this case, a major conflict is considered any event that has lead to 500 or more confirmed deaths.

While information regarding these sorts of conflicts become more uncertain, the farther back one goes, through a combination of population analytics, historical finds and stories passed down through the generations and on stone tablets near important battle grounds, the ancient conflicts can be considered with a high level of surety.

This story of the two peoples begins some 6,000 years ago, when the people who inhabited the modern day Sivier River, the Wakandu, split into two groups, the ancient Malesti and the ancient Bohi. This split happened for so far unknown reasons, but theories surrounding the event lead to either a severe drought which lowered the level of water passing through the Sivier, or a severe weather pattern making animal and other food scarce. The Malesti group moved closer to the ocean, leaving the Sivier behind, while the Bohi moved farther South along the Sivier, reaching the Faiver Basin. It would be another 1,000 years before the two groups ever saw one another in true force again.

Sometime in circa. 3,000 BC, the two groups met once again on the Northern Plains. It is still unclear as to why this first battle took place, but it is the first confirmed major conflict between the two. Over 1,000 skeletons were found on the plains dating back to this era, as well as spear shaped stones. This is also where the oldest known Wakandu Tablet was found. Named after the people that both groups diverged from, Wakandu Tablets have become extremely important to modern historians as they tell the stories or myths of the battles where they are found, written in 3 languages; Wakandu, ancient Malesti and a pictographic language known as Wasanti. From this Tablet, it has told the story of a young boy foraging through berry fields in the Northern Plains who came across a girl from the South. The young boy was enamored with this girl and followed her home, where her father ran him through with a spear. The soul of the boy transformed into that of his eldest form (what historians believe to be what he would look like as a grown man) and led the girl back to the field, where they consummated their love, begetting a new race. The myth continues to explain how the father was angry at his daughter for leaving and so banded with the mighty warriors of his clan and sought out this new race, only to find the warriors of the clan of the dead boy.

While a majority of the story pertains to the myth of Leto and Av, an important myth of the Malsti and Bohi peoples, this last section might truly explain the reason for the first battle. For those curious, this new race that came about from Leto and Av were Meerkats, whom are very important in Malesti and Bohi ancient myths and will be seen repeatedly in their stories as well as on Wakandu Tablets and stone mega-structures from the time.

Wars between the two groups were fought often with intermittent times of peace and trade. The languages of the two evolved together as the interaction between the two remained close. As did the mythologies and religions, as well as the fighting styles. It was common in ancient days for the two people to fight alongside one another to keep out foreign invasion, especially those who wished to take control of the Sivier River from the West. As can be seen, this river is a focal point of Malesti and Bohi history, and still remains an essential aspect of the relationship of modern day Molenston and The Bohin.

There are three primary factors as to why these two groups have fought since the beginning. Those being; food, water and workable land. Besides underground sources, the only fresh water in the area comes from the Sivier or rainfall, with the Sivier River being a much more reliable source. Food also surrounds the Sivier, as the water allows for large agricultural growth. Another area is the Northern Plains, which due to a large underground aquifer has plenty of farmable soil. The Sivier and the Northern Plains are two of the three vital conflict zones in the Malesti-Bohi conflict; the third being the Southern Foothills, which are an essential strategic location.

These areas have changed hands numerous times over the centuries. The Malesti Clans have almost always controlled the large majority of the Sivier, with periods of loss of control during the Hasnaki Empire and the Bohi Empire periods, as well as during World War Two. The Northern Plains and Southern Foothills were almost exclusively controlled by Bohi Clans.

While most fighting between the two groups was small, due to the lack of any formidable weaponry, this all changed when the Rhodeve Empire annexed both territories and lead to the introduction of gunpowder weaponry. From 1720 onwards until 1845, the majority of soldiers sent to the area were not to protect the Rhodeve populations, nor the vast amounts of resources being taken, but to defend the borders of the two territories from attacks by the Bohi and Malesti, whom were still more interested in killing each other than the empire that not controlled them both. Of course, the Rhodeve Empire used this to their advantage, letting them kill any rivals from the other territory, as well as giving gifts to those clans which mined the most resources, turning the clans on one another in a competition for resources.

In 1845, The Bohin launched a revolution for independence, gaining its independence in the same year with the fall of the empire. Relations for the first time in its long history, began to improve between the two groups. In 1919, with the independence of Molenston, the two officially signed a declaration of friendship and harmony. Trade between the two flourished and borders were set. Due to Molenston's much stronger manufacturing abilities, it was tasked with being the economic power of the two, while The Bohin was tasked with the mutual defense of them both. This beneficial arrangement led to a short peace between the two until 1935.

In 1935, The Bohin removed Molenstoni ambassadors from the country following its coup of the democratically elected government. Three years later, the First Malesti-Bohi War broke out, lasting a single year with 2,000 casualties and no land exchanges.

In 1940, war was declared once more as The Bohin joined the Core powers of the Second World War. This became a vital point in the history of the two, as for the first time, international powers got involved, primarily Divergia for the Bohin and Rhodevus for Molenston. In 1947, The Bohin surrenders to the Rhodeve Protectorate Program forces, of which Molenston was a part of. The Southern Foothills was given to Molenston but The Bohin refused to give back the Northern Plains.

Only a few short years later in 1959, war was declared again once more, ending in a stalemate with no official peace treaty until 2015. This peace treaty was a massive land swap, with Molenston giving The Bohin the Favier Basin, while The Bohin gave Molenston the Northern Plains.

This current conflict over the Sivier River is not about reclaiming old, lost territory, but expanding its influence over the important Sivier. Many believe that this effort on the Sivier will be to hide movements along the Northern Plains in order to reclaim this vital farming land.

In the end, both nations speak the same language, follow the same customs of war and honour, and yet will remain at each other's throats for a long time still.

[Madraso]

El Diario
- A perspective from paradise.

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Blue Bay Regatta gets international attention, Foreign vessel wins 4.5 Billion

J-Class Super yacht, Black Briar above. The ρ45 million vessel is registered out of Port Merous, Rezua. Black Briar is one of many of the new vessels taking part in the regatta.

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Nueva Dias - 13:00h
This morning marked the start of old rivalries and new. The yearly Blue Bay Regatta [Regata de Bahía Azul] started this morning with a J-Class time trial over open water. Teams are going all out, all day; traversing the channels over the 60 km course. Some chose the open ocean, others decided to risk the shoals where the water is calm but the rocks sharp and numerous. New boats have also appeared on the scene, coming from Multi-National Corporations across Sunalaya, as well as the old timers, privately owned multi-millionaires seeking to settle old scores for the history books. Crowds of hundreds line the beaches and the streets are packed with tourists, the regatta isn't only about sailing but restaurants set out patios and gazebo's on the sand to let customers enjoy the rays of sun and wind of the infamous coast line. Boats and pleasure craft crowd just outside the racing boundaries to get a close view. The photo of the Rezuan Black Briar was tweeted in by a viewer by the ocean, a exciting experience indeed to see the race to close up. We wish all attendees to have a wonderful stay in Madraso.

The winning lot is currently at ρ4.5 billion due to the large number of competitors this year, this is the highest winning lot in the history of the Blue Bay Regatta. With over than 50 different nations competing, this could potentially be the revival of sailing in Sunalaya.

"Over the course of the past century, boats have rotted away in dry docks and regatta winnings have dwindled to pennies. It's nice to see that there still are places in the world that retain the seamanship for the younger generations to discover. My family has sailed these waters since the 15th Century, It gives me great pride to see an international community here today. This is my life, and I hope we can keep this lifestyle alive. We lost today but it's not over, it's never over. The competition is fierce and teams have put in a years work to be here, friends and enemies will be made today... but, you know? That's sailing... that's sailing." - Skipper David Palacio, of the El Dorado. He and his team unfortunately lost after the finals to the Rezuan Black Briar that ended up winning by a marginal distance with the El Dorado.


J-Class Vessels, 60km Trial (Winnings in Pesetas)

1st Place ( ρ4.5 Billion ) - Black Briar Port Merous, Rezua
2nd Place (ρ1 Billion) - El Dorado Las Medias, Madraso
3rd Place (ρ750 Million) - Swashbuckler Jones Ludvigsberg, Calva
4th Place (ρ500 Million) - Sol Port Joy, Rhodevus
5th Place (ρ250Million) - My dear, Marina Buenaventura, Madraso

[Sunrisia]

Minister of International Relations Ectrăr Álienan Talks Cesundeos/Soghan, Azovskaya And Intervention By Pantorrum: Addresses Accusations Of Yokohaul Being A Sunrisian Foreign Policy Failure

Sunrisia‘s Minister of International Relations Ectrăr Álienan held another press briefing today, where he spoke with the representatives of the media on various international issues and updated them on Sunrisian course of action.

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1. Cesundeos and Soghan

The situation has escalated and both sides have now seemingly started to commit war crimes. Not only are the armed forces of Cesundeos and separatist militias of Soghan fighting each other, but the civilian population has begun playing an active role. Meanwhile, the ACREFOR peacekeeping force has become stuck in between of all these events. Protests by ethnic Soghanis in support of the separatist militias had been springing up and mobs had begun attacking the Cesundeoese. Whether only the military was the target or were ethnically Cesundeoese civilians attacked as well, is unknown. In response, the government of Cesundeos had deployed military forces to suppress the protests and many causalities had been reported. Meanwhile, the militias of Soghan had been reported to have begun attacking ACREFOR in order to steal the peacekeeping force’s equipment, a possibility for which ACREFOR has been prepared. Minister Ectrăr Álienan had this to say:

“I assure you that the Sunrisian Defense Force has informed our Minister of Security Armăs Fórtídâ and the Department of Security about the situation. It is complicated, because we have violent militias that are not only aiming against the Cesundeoese government’s military, but also against ethnically Cesundeoese civilians, as well as attacking our peacekeepers. The Department of Security was aware of such a risk in advance, which is why ACREFOR was well prepared before the deployment. Militias should be no match against better armed, more professionally trained and larger numbers of our forces in ACREFOR.

Sure, it seems like the Cesundeoese more cooperative, however, it has recently deployed its armed forces to crush the protesters that were supporting the Soghani militias. Of course, there might have been rioters and hooligans in that protest, however, using military to suppress a protest is unacceptable and Sunrisia condemns such action. You have police to work in controlling riots. The conclusion is, that we currently have a problem in finding proper forces to cooperate with in the crisis in Cesundeos. The Department of Security has informed us that the number of personnel and equipment in ACREFOR would be increased and that plans are also currently being looked at on how to provide security for the peacekeepers and civilians on both sides against dangers that are coming from both – the military of Cesundeos and the militias of Soghan. The Sunrisian government has also begun talks with our international allies and partners regarding the issue.”

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2. Azovskaya and Pantorrum

Azovskaya had recently undergone a military coup, which overthrew the government of the Federation and established a military rule. The first truly controversial international response came from Pantorrum, which imposed an embargo on Azovskaya, as well as announced that it would begin shipping ammunition to the remaining Federation forces and has even begun mobilization of its own military, but without officially announcing intentions to intervene. Nevertheless, not long after, Pantorrum confirmed that it would be deploying forces to reinforce the Federation. The state media of Azovskaya has claimed that civilians had begun mobilizing by their personal initiative in preparation for a possible of invasion by Pantorrum. Minister Álienan was brief on the situation:

“As said before, Sunrisia supports a democratic order in Azovskaya, which is why we are against a military coup. In response, there might economic repercussions against the military government in Azovskaya. Nevertheless, reports of Pantorrum preparing to invade Azovskaya to support the Federation are concerning. We had hoped that unilateral action of such capacity will not be taken, without international consultation, but apparently Pantorrum is preparing to move in. Sure, Pantorrum has called onto USA for cooperation after making a decision to invade on its own, but we have yet to see what kind of cooperation is Pantorrum actually expecting from the USA.”

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3. Yokohaul

News finally came from Yokohaul, Vukmire, where peace talks were announced to have been successful and the conflict was declared as having ended. The region of Yokohaul was said to be fully reincorporated back into Yokohaul, but with extended autonomy the recognition of the Espanian and Chemensian languages with a higher status. Yokohaul would also be allowed to make internal decisions, without the necessity for Vukmire’s approval. Meanwhile, leaders of the insurgents in Yokohaul had been sentenced to execution, while the separatist forces themselves were said to have undergone physical termination during the conflict.

Many Sunrisian officials have accused the current Fáustîtár administration of the same sort of weakness and inaction as the previous Béâtídá administration. These officials have said that the people of Yokohaul did not receive help from Sunrisia during their war of independence and now their historical chance of achieving freedom has been lost to them and it is unclear for how long. Yokohaul was referred to as a “foreign policy blunder” for Sunrisia. Minister Álienan did not visibly take it as an offense against his Department of International Relations and tried to respond to the accusations calmly:

“During my last visit to the VU headquarters in Lièvremont, I called for talks. Yes, the format may not have been the one we called for, but it was the best we had and at least the fighting had stopped. The war was said to have ended now and Yokohaul’s fight was not in vein, because they were able to achieve maximum autonomous rights on their own. No other autonomy on this planet will enjoy such a level self-sufficiency as Yokohaul.

Nevertheless, Sunrisia should not deny its mistakes. We should have helped somehow, but the most we were able to do was provide humanitarian relief and call for cease-fires. However, our intelligence or any of our other national departments were unable to gather sufficient information on Yokohaul’s insurgents, in order to safely conclude that we can work with these people. We only knew of them as armed formations and were not aware of any self-sufficient political and non-military governing structure that Yokohaul possessed. Any separatist movement or any rebellion usually has one, in order to show the world that they are capable of diplomatic and political cooperation, and that there is more to them than just armed men claiming to be freedom fighters.

Moreover, apart from those issues, Sunrisia also had not strategy in this conflict. The Department of Security and the Sunrisian Defense Force said that there was no easy or effective way to reinforce Yokohaul’s fight, if we were to do so, against a nuclear-armed Vukmire. No way to do so, without putting the planet at risk and reactivating a state of cold war. Yes, now Vukmire has begun talking about disarmament and even made some moves in that direction, but that was after Yokohaul had already lost the fight. I am not trying to justify us, because we might indeed not deserve it. I am just trying to approach the issue with facts…..We did the best we could….”


In other news:

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• Sunrisia – socially progressive, but not “SJW”?

[Belantica]

Winter Summit Coming Next Week, Guest From Around The World Expected

One of the several halls of the Hotel Paramount in Albany City, which is hosting the summit

A major international event will be coming soon to the famous Hotel Paramount in Albany City. The event is the Belantic Winter Summit and Ball, which is hosted every year in one of the nation's many famous hotels that were built during the later half of the 19th century, and the early 20th century. The Ball, as sometimes shortened to, has been conducted since 1953, with the intention on inviting leaders, dignitaries, and ambassadors from around the world to come visit the nation, whether it is for personal enjoyment, or for business. This year, it is believed that the amount of nations attending may actually be higher, due to Belantica's recent government change, leaving the door open for foreign leaders to meet with the queen and her staff. It is also noted that extra security measure will be put into place due to recent tensions in nearby areas to the Royal States, however, the queen stated that "this extra security shouldn't be a turnoff, because we still want this to be a fairly open event to any nation at the end of the day, since the Ball is a time of peace and good neighborly etiquette." The Ball will begin on June 26th, and a list of events will be posted on the Hotel Paramount and the queen's websites respectively. For any government interested in attending, feel free to email the Belantic government, which will deliver a timely response with your questions answered.

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Sabre Brings Back the Cosmo, And It's A Different Beast

An Original Cosmo built in 1967, this example owned by Queen Karen since 2014

Back in 1967, the Sabre Division of LDA Group was created to design, race, and sell high-end sports cars that offered true performance in a fashion that appealed to a massive audience. During that time, one car cemented Sabre's place as a worthy sports car maker, winning races worldwide and even putting Ventismarian manufacturers on the edge of their seats, and this car was the Cosmo. The Cosmo wasn't a large car, as many vehicles were during that time, it's engine option was an uncommon rotary engine making only 130hp the the wheels, and the steering wheel was only available on the right-hand side of the car, making it an even odder vehicle. Despite not being able to bang out low quarter mile times or dominate on a straightaway, the Cosmo earned it's fame on R&T (road and track) course all over, as it's small size and lightweight meant it was able to corner better than any other cars at the time, which helped Team Sabre win many races between 1967 and 1972, when the Cosmo ended production. In total, only 26,000 Cosmos were ever built, so finding an original has became a challenge. But this year, LDA Group decided to recreate this classic with modern methods to commemorate the original car 50 years ago.

The 2018 Sabre Cosmo, shown with significant aerodynamic improvements

The New Cosmo is similar, but different. As you can see from the above photograph, the new vehicle still carries over the looks of the original, with subtle improvements to be more appealing to modern consumers and to boost performance. On top of that, there is no rotary engine, but one of LDA's greatest engines, a 3 liter twin turbocharged inline 6 making a nice 430 hp at the crank, mated to either a six speed manual gearbox, or the revolutionary 8 speed automatic gearbox. The car also has a spaceframe, reducing weight and improving safety. The new Cosmo will start out at 60,000 Mons for the base model, with the Limited started at 72,000 Mons, which gets you more features and options for comfort. LDA says this will be releases next month and says it's "not supposed to be in the league of the Mustang II, but rather sticking to it's own class of vehicle it created back in '67."

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Group Called The "People's Front" Issue Threat To Parliament, Queen
Seemingly out of the blue today, an underground group that calls itself the "People's Front", sent a strongly worded message to Parliament and the queen, making various demands including for half of Parliament and the queen to resign. This message was sent through the mail system, and stated that "if these people do not step down, then Center City will pay", hinting that they will conduct an attack somewhere within the city's limits. Center City Police spokesperson Sally Goodheart said that "even though we didn't want to take this seriously, we are due to recent happenings." and that the "CCPD is fully ready to handle counter-terrorism measures to protect those who live, work, play, visit, study, or passing through the city." An MP that was listed in this message stated that "I do my job well, I'm not stepping down, as I am here to represent those who elected me, and we have a strong backbone that won't bend to these pricks." The queen has not made a comment, but she has made it clear that she will quit when "my body and mind can't deal with the stress of the job anymore." The Federal Police Service is treating this as a threat, however, there has been no known actions committed by this group, which stated on their website that they would like to see a more "socialist Belantica and a less Belantic Belantica", what the last part means is still quite cloudy. Defense officials say that this group is small, but could escalate their situation if given the chance.

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-Lexington & Foster Yard to help build the new "Regal Class" of destroyers

[Engleberg]

Germaniawerft Confirms the Project 1124, Küstenwache Scores Large Drug Bust

Air Defense Destroyer Confirmed to be Built in Cooperation with Belantican Suffolk Bay Shipyard for Each Nation's Navies

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Computer Generated Image of the Project 1124 Air Defense Destroyer

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Recent activity at the primary Germaniawerft Shipyard in Hötzendorf has gone unexplained for nearly a month, but today Germaniawerft has announced the current project at the shipyards. The ship class is termed the "Projekt 1124 Air Defense Destroyer," and the first ship of the class - named the SMS Rüdiger - will be completed by the end of this year, with the armaments and further completion expected to be in early 2018. The ship class is being jointly produced with the Belantican Suffolk Bay Shipyard, and represents one of the first major steps in the cooperation between the Kaiserreich and the Belantican Monarchy. The ship will primarily be used in carrier fleets, to supplement the carrier's air defense systems; while other uses include being stationed in an area devoid of air protection and supplement this until air defenses are set up. The Kaiserliche-Marine has placed an order of 4 ships, while Belantica has not announced their order yet.

In other news, the Küstenwache has reported an extraordinary bust made in the Atlantik. A drug-smuggling submarine has been captured, with nearly 6,000 pounds of drugs on board. The bust was made at nearly 08:00 this morning, with the SMS Düben spotting an odd object poking out of the water, and on closer inspection presented a makeshift submarine with engine problems surfaced with only its "conning tower" visible. It had been painted to try and match the surrounding water, but the designers did not account for a failure in the engine completely immobilising the vessel. The SMS Düben ordered those inside the vessel to surrender themselves and the craft or be fired upon, and two men appeared out of the craft's hatch. These men were automatically arrested once it was discovered that nearly 6,000 pounds of drugs were found inside by sailors that entered the vessel once it was secured and ensured that it would not sink. Also inside the vessel was a flag of the People's Liberation Army of Engleberg and codebooks with the name "PLAN Marx" engraved on them. Küstenwache Captain Johann Kuslinger stated that "It appears that the PLA has resorted to desperate drug activities to keep their operation going after the execution of their leader. It is currently unknown where this vessel was heading, or if the PLA is now cooperating with the new Belantican 'People's Front.' The Kaiserliche-Marine and Küstenwache will remain on guard around our waters with this new drug threat discovered."

Küstenwache and Reichspolizei Officers Aboard the Sub

[Pergen]

Talstadter Presse

Glockendorf Burns Down Destroying Anarchist Regiment

Talstadt

Last night several fires broke out in the small town of Glockendorf. The source of the fire is unknown, although arson is suspected. The fires grew and consumed a large portion of the town and many casualties have been reported.

The town was in the news following a series of street brawls between anarchists and their opponents. The anarchists were defeated, but then the town was did occupied by members of the Southern Direct Action Group.

The SDAG was still quartered in the town last night, and is estimated to have suffered disproportionately from the fire. This had led speculation that the fire was part of a "Glockendorfer Vespers" an attempt by the town to kill or evict the anarchists. If that is the case, then it can be considered successful as the SDAG has dispersed and its surviving members fled the area.

Casualty estimates are over 500 dead and counting. The aforementioned SDAG has also claimed the loss of their armored transports and their munitions.

The attempts to put out the blaze seems to have been hindered by the outdated equipment of the fire department as well as the absence of most of its members. Looting and fighting in the streets was reported by several witnesses.

This is a serious blow to the community of Glockendorf, but also to the anarchist movement. Following the battle of Ernstpass against the Confederation of North Pergen, the anarchists lost control of the entirety of North Pergen. Many communities have either joined the Confederation, doubling its size. Many others have embraced reforms or scheduled elections that are seen as paving the way to abandon anarchism.

Anarchists have cried foul, citing the absence of activists from their home community. The movement however remains divided on how to react.

[Tadruydan]

Rebirth of Actrioism in Tadruydan

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Actrioism makes a small but shocking comeback

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In the Major City of Visyeryae, something unexpected occurred, a new Actrioist Group has been created and begins to campaign for "change" in Tadruydani Politics, wishing for a new beginning. With Freedom of Speech now being honoured under the new regime, Actrioist Groups across the city, and now nation, begin to appear, declaring that Ventimar needs to regain the power it once had over the world, and decreed that the Nations of the "Pure" need to unite to purge Sunalaya of "undesirables".

While this is surprising, lucky, a vast majority of the Tadruydani Population have declared that they have no support of the ideology. Even though the population has declared this, this is overall a surprising find. The Government has openly condemned the Actrioist Groups, calling them extremists that hold no place in the modern world. The Actrioist Groups have insulted the New Tadruydani Government, calling it a puppet to the brainwashed nations of Ventimar. Street Fights between the Local Police and the Actrioist Groups in Visyeryae become surprisingly common, worrying the Tadruydani Government as they fear that the city might be a breeding ground for a major/united Actrioist Movement

[Shastara]

Unexpected coup in Tadryudan puts many at ease

-via the Willamette Week

The sudden coup of the dictatorial Tadryudani government came to many as a surprise to many as the possibility of war was imminent just before the coup occurred. Many took part in celebrations across the country with Tadrudani refugees from the former regime on the forefront of celebrations. First Minister Glendall called the coup a “tremendous step towards the advancement of Tadryudan on the world stage and that Shastara will support the new government when possible.” No words on what shape this support will be in but most likely it will be financial aid.

Sudden spike in disappearances raises alarms in Crystal County

-via Jonesville Daily

Over the last several months a massive increase in disappearances has been a troubling sign in several Centralian counties. In Crystal County it has doubled the numbers of 2016’s missing persons & murders. This has shocked the normally peaceful and tranquil state as crime as horrid as murder had been at an all time low in the past decade. We asked Crystal County sheriff Nicolas Burrow what his thoughts on the increase: “Well I do not think this is an ordinary crime wave. The reason being is that most of the victims we’ve found are Jews and Muslims. This leads us to believe that there someone or a group of someones that is targeting these groups. I do not have enough information to start pointing fingers yet”

While Sheriff Burrow did not say anything confirming this many Centralia citizens believe this to be the work of the Covenant of the Spirit, which has been gaining a big following in the region and has had a notably aggressive stance against other religions. Prior Gabriel Saladin has declined to comment on the situation.

[Rhodevus]

Sunalayan Infographics Show

Multiple Empires ruled the world in the 18th and 19th centuries. Today we compare two of them in this Episode of the Sunalayan Infographics Show: Republic of Rhodevus vs Pantorrum Empire.

While the two empires had fought multiple times over the course of their histories, they have also engaged in numerous amounts of trade expeditions. For this episode, we will compare the full strengths of each empire if they were to face off against one another. The Republic of Rhodevus was a colonial and territorial powerhouse, coming to its highest point in 1810, ruling large portions of the world’s surface and controlling hundreds of millions of people. It was the undisputed dominant power in the world at the time before it all came crashing down only 35 years later. The Pantorrum Empire reached its greatest height in 1772 with 28 colonies around Sunalaya and a strong and elite army of soldiers. It would begin to recede in the 1860s.

At its height, the Pantorrum Empire had:
A Population of 51 Million
A Colonial Population of 18 Million
It’s total GDP of 837.6 Billion NSD, 663 Billion from the mainland and 174.6 Billion from its colonial holdings

In comparison, the Republic of Rhodevus at its height held:
A Population of 54 Million
A Colonial Population of 400+ Million
It’s total GDP is still in speculation, but had accounted for a total 23% of the global economic output. 15% global output from the mainland and 8% global output from its colonies

In terms of its Army, the Republic of Rhodevus controlled a land force of:
150,000 Soldiers
550,000 Colonial Soldiers
10,000 Cavalry
12,000 Artillery Cannon

The Pantorrum Empire possessed:
261,000 Soldiers
27,000 Colonial Soldiers
12,000 Cavalry
4,200 Artillery Cannon

In terms of Elite units, the most famous and strongest soldiers from the Pantorrum Empire were the Kings Rangers and the 13th Cavalry Regiment. The undisputed power of the Pantorrum army was the Royal Enforcement Battalion, an elite group trained in forest, arctic and desert combat.
The Republic of Rhodevus’s most famous and strongest soldiers were its Rhodeve Mountain Police, Rhodeve Mounted Police and the Laaban Warriors. The RMoP was an elite group trained for fighting high in the mountains, while the RMP was the elite cavalry of the empire. The undisputed power of the Rhodeve military however, were the Laaban Warriors, a native tribe from Rhodevus who were and are famed internationally for their warrior-spirit and strength in battle.

But, to become colonial empires as both were, the most important factor was the size and strength of its navy.

The Republic of Rhodevus held:
200,000 Navy Personnel
400,000 Colonial Navy Personnel
117 1st Rate ships
61 2nd Rate Ships
70 3rd Rate Ships
90 4th Rate Ships
112 5th Rate Ships
300+ Other Ships
For a Total 750+ Ships

The Empire of Pantorrum held:
32 1st Rate Ships
57 2nd Rate Ships
64 3rd Rate Ships
88 4th Rate Ships
102 5th Rate Ships
124 Other Ships
For a Total 467 Ships

So, who do you think would have won in this battle of the empires? Leave your comments down below. Stay tuned for what’s next on the Sunalayan Infographics Show.

[Pantorrum]

PNN News
Hello, and Pamela Ernst and you’re watching PNN.
Today our top story comes out of the little known country of Azovskaya. The nation sits on the very edge of what Pantorran scientists call ‘The Arctic Zone’. The Country has been under the strain of a civil war following a coup de’ tat not long ago. As some of you may know, the military overthrew the countries official government, the Azovskayan Federation. The new regime, under the leadership of what is suspected to be high ranking military commanders, threatens to destabilize the very delicate balance of peace, per King Praxis in a statement made to reporters from the Cormiar Herald this morning.
“Your highness, why has the Armed Forces gotten involved in the Azovskayan Crisis? Many Pantorran’s feel the intervention is unnecessary and will lead to the loss of Pantorran lives.”
“Well, let me try and answer your question to the best of my, uh. My…ability. The Crisis is very…very complicated. I mean, cannot reasonably expect everyone to understand the complexities of international politics. But let me say this. Yes, Pantorrans may die. Yes, we may go to war. Yes, we may spend a large amount of money. But not one of those…. not one of those is more important than the safety and security of the entire world. If the status quo must be changed to preserve world peace and keep tyrants out of power, then let’s shake the foundations of what is acceptable. As far as I’m concerned, anything is acceptable when it comes to preventing the spread of tyranny.”
As we speak, the 29th Airborne Division has landed in Konetya, the massive convey of aircraft touching down on a secure airfield. The nearly 10,000-man strong force is expected to refrain from direct involvement, but that may not be the result. As Union forces push more into Konetya, the possibility of war rises. The 1st Carrier Task Force, which contains one of Pantorrum’s 2 Rubin Class Aircraft Carriers, has been ordered by the Minister of Defense to get underway, with sources close to the King saying its headed for Konetya. If this is the case, it would put Azovskaya in striking range of Pantorran air power, a vital asset should the crown into to go to war.
In other news, the Minister of Foreign Relations landed in Aznazia yesterday. Upon arrival, she made a sort address to PNN reporters on the ground.
“Some time this week I’ll be meeting with Aznazian Officials to negotiate a 4 year, Free Trade Agreement. I have high hopes, and know that the Aznazian government is an honest and reasonable entity. I’m sure we will walk away from this with a new friend.”
She gave only a short answer when a report asked about speculation that they would be negotiating a weapons deal.
“Why on Earth would I fly all the way here to talk about guns? This has nothing to do with war, this is about diplomacy. This is about building a closer international community one nation at a time. Whatever you’ve heard is a lie, so I’d recommend finding new sources.”
Hurricane Tammy is expected make land fall with Nygarus Thursday. Since yesterday, the storm system has been upgraded to a Category 3. The considerable storm is expected to cause almost 800 million dollars in property damage to the small colony. Inland evacuation has already been ordered.
The King was again seen visiting a doctor in Trinton known to specialize in Neurology. Some have begun to speculate that the king is suffering from a degenerative brain disorder after he forget 4 lines in a speech last week while attending the Annual Royal Ball. The Ball, which occurs on the King’s birthday every year, is normally a time of laughter and enjoyment. But most were puzzled as the King rambled through his jokes and speech, forgetting entire parts of what aids said he’d been practicing for weeks. As of today, no official statement has been made as to the nature of any alleged condition. The aging monarch just celebrated his 60th birthday not long ago.
The oil leak first reported on PNN was contained this morning, with only minimal amounts seeping out of a damaged compartment. The small spill is in the process of being cleaned up. Naval investigators say the crew of the ship were mostly alive, but were unable to make contact due to a destroyed transmitter. Naval Command hasn’t said anything about the incident.
This has been PNN with Pamela Ernst. Thank you for watching, and remember you heard it here first.

[Sunrisia]

BREAKING NEWS

Sunrisian Military Launches Operation Fire Shield In Cesundeos

LIVE BROADCAST

Minister of Security Armăs Fórtídâ has announced that Sunrisia launched a military operation in Cesundeos codenamed – Operation Fire Shield. It would primarily be conducted by the Sunrisian Air Force, however, it will also involve special forces that would operate in helicopters for aerial and land combat. Sunrisian Naval Forces present in international waters have also moved a fleet closer to the area, in case warships would have to play some sort of a role in the operation in the future.

Minister Fórtídâ stated that the purpose of the mission is to provide cover and defense for ACREFOR peacekeeping forces and civilians on both sides of the border between Cesundeos and separatist Soghan, along which the ACREFOR peacekeeping mission operates. The Sunrisian forces are tasked to protect ACREFOR personnel, as well as both ethnic Cesundeoese and ethnic Soghani civilians without biases. The Minister said that any forces intending to threaten, endanger or attack peacekeepers or civilians within the area of responsibility of Operation Fire Shield, would be targeted. Nevertheless, Fórtídâ stressed that this is an isolated Sunrisian operation and not an intervention by our country into the conflict in support of any side. This was emphasized by the statement that Sunrisian forces would target attackers from any party, who would be on the offensive.

The Department of Security, the Sunrisian Defense Force, President Nóv Fáustîtár and the National Defense Council opened discussions that eventually led to the launch of Operation Fire Shield, after the militias of separatist Soghan were reported to have begun attacking ACREFOR peacekeeping forces in attempt to steal their equipment. The possibility of ACREFOR peacekeeping forces coming under attack was recognized from the start, which is why the non-combat peacekeepers were still well-armed, equipped, trained and were in large numbers, which prepared them for self-defense. Still, on the side, the possibility of providing the peacekeepers with cover from combat forces, was still considered by the Department of Security and the military, in case the situation becomes dangerous. Attacks on the peacekeepers proved that the second option had to be used after all.

The Department of International Relations expressed dissatisfaction with the usage of military force by the government of Cesundeos to crush a protest in support of Soghani separatist militias, which is why the rhetoric from the government of Sunrisia does not speak of the Cesundeoese government in a cooperative matter. In fact, action like those is why Minister of Security Armăs Fórtídâ had to emphasize that Operation Fire Shield would be ready to defend peacekeepers and civilians from attacks by all parties respectively. Nevertheless, the Sunrisian government expressed hope that the situation would not have to come to this. The launch of Operation Fire Shield was approved by President Nóv Fáustîtár as the commander-in-chief, as well as by the Convet.

In other news:

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• Sunrisian fleets move in the direction of The Bohin and Azovskaya.

[Piokrishari]

Piokrisharik National News Network

Prince Kuhnam Rachyan named King after coronation

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After his coronation, Former Prince Kuhnam Rachyan has officially been given the role of King of Piokrishari. The nation begins to celebrate after the release of this news, with Kuhnam officially being named the Youngest Leader in Modern Politics, being only 24. Nearly immediately after the coronation, the King hosted a large party in the Royal Palace. Many members of the Government believe that Kuhnam is a too untrustworthy of a heir to lead and can be easily manipulated, but younger members of the nation have shown to be fond of him, with him announcing new age, liberal ideas. This has, however, led to him being somewhat disliked amongst the older, more conservative members of the nation. Nevertheless, all are proud of the young king's coronation, and wish that he will lead the nation towards a better future.

[Piokrishari]

Piokrisharik National News Network

Military Spending Increased

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The Piokrisharik Government has announced that they will increase military spending. The government has announced that:

"Recent threats from the nation's rival, Calva, has resulted in increased military spending. The National Government sees the nation as a threat, due to the violent interactions of the past, all be seek is to defend ourselves for them, and to ensure the safety of the people's nation.

The increased military spending act has been approved the King Kuhnam, who believes that this is necessary for similar reasons as the government. Many believe this to be false, believing that the Government is increasing the military budgeet for other reasons rather than the "protection of the the Piokrisharik Peoples". Recent reports believe that the government plans an invasion of Calva as revenge for the past wars between the two nations. The Government deny such claims, calling them "Calvan Propaganda".

However, many believe that Piokrishari is actually planning an invasion of Calva. The new King has been seen as nationalistic to some due to behaviours many have noticed prior to his coronation. Many are still debating on why the government is truly increasing military spending, seeing as the Calvan Government has threatened the Piokrisharik Government in any way during the past several months

[Librira]

Libra-Central Times

Librira to join USA

The Secretariat of Foreigns relations announced today, that Librira was officially looking to join the USA. This comes after a nearly 70 year refusal to join the organization, initially because of fears of it being used to intervene in the country's political evolution and later because of its arms limitations. However since then with the sofenting of the govenment has also led to a new look at the USA and if the People's United Republic should be a part of it. Pyotr Veliki represenative from the Secretariat of Foreign Relations said this on the subject; "The USA offers Librira a great potential platform from which to get onto the world stage and work closer with other nations around the world as well as our own allies. Additionally the role of USAPKs are especially conducive the governments usual policy of non-commitance overseas". In order for the Joining to be finalized it will be voted on in the People's Congression, voting set to begin tonight, going into the vote, most Representatives support the move, and snap polls indicate popular support of the move at over 60%.

Libriran Navy to be reorganized

In accordance with its submitted budget for the new fiscal year the Commissariat of the Navy also announced a large scale reorganization and future building program for the Navy. The reorganization includes the rabid decommissioning of virtually all the Hero Class Ultra Heavy Cruisers, as their hulls approach over 40 years old. including several other Cruisers to be replaced by newer Frigates, Destroyers and so on. Several of the new designs may be joint projects with other nations, and the building programs effectively calls for the Navy to become 'Modern' by 2025. This plan also includes the Construction of New nuclear attack and Missile Subs. The reorganization also sees a shuffling of the Navy fleets, with the Elimination of the 1st Special Group and the ships being distributed among the 1st and 2nd Fleets. The Plan also notes the Possibility of Folding the Patrol Fleets into the rest of the main Fleets, given the outdated concept of such fleets in modern navy doctrine. The Navy has announced it will attempt to sell off the decommissioned ships to other nations so that they may continue to be used, but notes that if not they will be scrapped safely at Various Scrap Syndicates.

In Other News:
Sunrisia Invades Cesundeos; Peaceful Giant no more?

Piokrisharik Crowns New monarch

Tadruydan Coup

[United Soviet Jason Republic]

Global Update:

People's Republic of Cortana The Third People's Republican Naval Army Surface Strike Group arrived in the PRC. The group, deployed after threats from Engleberg, passed through the blockade by bypassing the Engleberg navy. All told the fleet carries eight vessels, including three attack submarines and one logistics vessel. Accompanying the fleet is a navy cargo vessel, carrying containers. These carriers are speculated to contain mobile radar platforms and hidden anti-ship missiles. Experts call the tactic a "hidden arsenal ship", and the sale of missile launches hidden in cargo containers has been banned by the USA. The move is a display of force against Engleberg. The Press Secretary has denounced Engelberg's tactic of denouncing PRC human rights while the nation "is oppressive to progressive ideals and leftist policies." The USJR has stated it will defend all cargo vessels coming into and from the PRC.

Pantorrum: After the military coup in Azovskaya, the nation of Pantorrum has taken a provocative stance against the nation. With the threat of armed conflict looming large, the King of Pantorrum is said to be visiting Jamestown and meeting with President Grimpen Mortimer. It is no mistake that the Mortimer administration has been a supporter of the coup, calling it "a revolution" in the nation of Azovskaya. It remains to be seen how the USJR's submarine fleet in the Medisventismarian Sea will be used in this conflict. The Journal will continue to bring updates from Jamestown on the meeting.

Sunrisia As civil unrest rocks Cesundeos, the nation of Sunrisia has decided to intervene in the country, a rare move for the nation. For nearly a decade Sunrisia has depended on efforts in the USA before deploying troops. Recently, ACREFOR has been deployed to Cesundeos. President Mortimer has denounced ACREFOR, calling it a "western justification for imperialism and intervention," and justifying bypassing the USA. Commissar Isaac Leon stated that the USJR will soon introduce a resolution to the USA SC addressing the ongoing crisis.

Domestic As Party Registration comes to a close soon, Communist Party officials have started to do something rarely seen in the USJR: Campaign. Under threat from a wide arsenal of alternative parties the Karlinist Communist Party has been revamping policy. Reforms to the Mit'a system has been proposed by the upper party, which would give citizens "in need" education on farming and maintenance, and give these families and people two acre farms powered by solar power. Extra food produced would be given to a common market, which can be used to get income to buy other goods while supplying groceries. Other parties, including the Ophion United Party, will release their platforms soon.



More News
- Nation Booted from the Security Council
- Parties: No Not the Fun Kind
- Aloe for your Sun Burn Needs

[Dirkhizistan]

Minister of Justice David Khavanay resigns

Today MoJ Khavanay of the Mugharz administration has resigned today the reason he has resigned is still unknown, a possible reason is shock after the death of his father and wife to cancer on the same day three days back, possibly emotionally hurting him so much he couldn't work in government, still this is not confirmed that this is why he has resigned. Mugharz has announced that he is already busy finding new possible choices for Justice minister and hopes for good look for Khavanay's life after resigning.

I DONT CARE ABOUT GAMMUR ERRORS OK

[Rezua]

"Silent No Longer"

National Inquiry

The past month has seen a vast increase in violence. Already, two nations, the PRC and Azovskaya have had military take overs. Despite Rezua's offer of progressive change, despite the calls of various nations to stop rising tensions blood continues to fertilize the soil of Sunalaya. Change cannot happen overnight, moving too quickly results in death. The same is true for inaction, letting wrongs go unanswered will also lead to death. For the past few weeks, the Rezuan Empire tried to take a backseat in reform by offering incentives to change. They have failed. And now, as said by Prime Minister Hoelmon "Rezua shall be silent no longer."

Parliament has been uneasy about the rising Molenstoni-Bohinite border tensions. Molenstoni officials have made it clear that they do not want Rezua interfering, fearing that all out war would ensue. However, Parliament is uneasy about leaving a Commonwealth ally completely alone in a troubling time. So, in a tight vote, Parliament has decided to condemn the Bohin's tank battalion advancement. They are urging the Bohin to hold their tanks back and to agree to a treaty with Molenston. They have promised that Rezua shall have no hand in the treaty, and would pressure other nations to stay out the treaty as well. They urge the Bohinite government to make a deal with Molenston, a fellow Ziambian nation. Parliament says that if the Bohin needs water and food, Rezua would be happy to help them if they moved their tanks back from Molenston. If the Bohin does not want this aid, Rezua shall not impose on them any further. Parliament just want to avoid a possible war between two powerful Ziambian nations. Such a conflict could affect not just the two nations involved but possibly neighboring nations. They stress the problems a prolonged war could cause and ask the Bohin to at least agree to meet with Molenston, since they have tried on multiple occasions to prevent war.

In the case of Azovskaya, the Acting-Empress released an official statement in which she said that she urges the new government to give the people the power that they claim to have given to the public. She urges them to allow open and free elections for all, to fully embrace the spirit of equality that the government is claiming to pride itself on. Acting-Empress Christina has offered to trade with Azovskaya if fair elections are held.

In Other News
-Empress Ymira slimming up for her return in October.
-New vaccines to hit pharmacies, claims of immunity to several diseases.
-Rezuan military approves of designs of new combat rifles and tanks.
-Rezuan ambassadors call for developing nations to sign up for the International Siblings Organization

[Chemensia]

Train derails from and explodes north of Lujek

Image of train taken only a few minutes ago

Hjana, Lujek, Chemensia- At around 12:06 today a train carrying multiple tanks to explosive material derailed from it's tracks in the small town of Hjana, causing an unknown number of deaths. Currently it is confirmed that 3 are confirmed to be dead and 26 injured, including the town's police chief. An investigation into the crash was launched. The President also responded to the disaster in a tweet saying that his prayers and support go out to those injured, and the families of those injured and those dead. After the crash, the fire spread 1/3 of a mile around the train. 5 towns, including Hjana, were evacuated. Over 150 firefighters responded to the fire and Lujek RegAd. Konstantin Dravin declared a state of emergency for the 5 evacuated towns and 2 other nearby towns. The identities of those dead are currently unknown and we are still awaiting the release of those names. The cause of the derailing is still unknown.
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MORE NEWS
-President Zoric says he will release his response to the Azovskaya coup soon.
-Democratic Socialists gaining support at an amazing rate in this election.
-Fight breaks out in Selduvye over burning of paper green frog.
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THE ONLY NEWS YOU CAN TRUST!

[Azovskaya]

BREAKING:Azovskayan Union forces are within 200 kilometers of Konetya city

Pantorran troops arrive in Konetya and complicate situation, NVRSKSO holds live press conference over escalating conflict

[blocktext]Konetya Province Azovskayan Union forces have moved within 200 kilometers of the city of Konetya and are expected to reach the city within 2-3 days report several sources. These reports come in at the same time as reports detailing the arrival of Pantorran troops in the city of Konetya. Almost 10,000 soldiers have arrived in the city, an obvious obstacle for he Union in the fight to defeat the Federation. The same unnamed NVRSKSO soldiers held a live press conference where several news agencies were allowed to ask him questions in person. Here is how the broadcast went:

Question: It is now clear that Pantorran troops have arrived in Konetya. How exactly do you plan to deal with the foreign soldiers on Azovskayan soil?

NVRSKSO Soldier: It is a complicated manner with a simple solution- we starve the city. Yes the Pantorrans will be able to airlift food and supplies into the city but it will be extremely costly and difficult to feed a city the size of Konetya. With 2.3 million residents I am sure that the Pantorrans will find it difficult and expensive to provide the populace with proper food, water, and other living necessities.

Question: So the Azovskayan Union has no plans to strike first?

NVRSKSO Soldier: No- I made it clear in our last speech that if a war were to break out we would not be the aggressors. Pantorrum would have to strike first. Azovskaya does not desire a war wth anyone and only wishes to end this war with the Federation and free the Azovskayan people from their former oppressors.

Question: What is the NVRSKSO opinion on the meetings held between the USJR and Pantorrum?

NVRSKSO Soldier: We are pleased to hear that the USJR has taken initiative in deescalating the conflict. We are very grateful to have the support of the USJR at our side in times like these.

Question: What is your response to the statements issued by the Rezuan officials?

NVRSKSO Soldier: We have no response- we simply do not care. Rezua is among many nation of the world who stick their noses into issues they have no business in. The idea that they believe they can simply ask us to return to an obviously inferior way of government here in Azovskaya through a sentence or two is seen as both humorous and disrespectful. We will not be so easily swayed by a nation that neither intimidates nor has any influence over us. The democratic system of the Federation was the primary cause of its failure and will never be reinstated here in Azovskaya again. The nation is now stronger with the rule of appointed military officials who are in charge because of ability, intellegence, and experience, not because they are simply seen as 'popular' within the Azovskayan population. The people of Azovskaya realize and support this. The Rezuans also urge us to give to the people 'the power [we] claim to have given to the public.' The Azovskayan people retain the right to free speech, press, and religion, and there is proof of them practicing this in the country.

Question: What is the NVRSKSO stance on the Sunrisian intervention in Cesundeos?

NVRSKSO Soldier: We have no stance on their intervention. It is not our conflict, and therefore should be of no importance to us. They are fighting across the globe, it is of no concern to us.

That was the conclusion of the press conference. NVRSKSO officials accepted our request to hold more in the future as the conflict continues to unfold.

[box]In other news:
-Konetyan Militias defeated by Azovskayan Union in deadly battle on the outskirts of Konetya province. Almost 100 killed and over 50 taken prisoner
-Federation monument in Novorossiysk toppled

[Sunrisia]

Minister Of International Relations Ectrăr Álienan: “Starve The City? Are You Serious?”

Following a report by the Azovskayan media of the arrival of Pantorran soldiers in Konetya, Azovskaya, a press conference was held with unnamed NVRSKSO soldiers, who had moved their positions towards Konetya in a likely preparation of confrontation with Pantorran forces. NVRSKSO has answered a lot of questions of the Azovskayan media, however, one particular part has caught the attention of the Sunrisian government, one where NVRSKSO was explaining strategy. Here is that fragment of exchange between Azovskayan journalists and NVRSKSO soldiers:

Question: It is now clear that Pantorran troops have arrived in Konetya. How exactly do you plan to deal with the foreign soldiers on Azovskayan soil?

NVRSKSO Soldier: It is a complicated manner with a simple solution- we starve the city. Yes the Pantorrans will be able to airlift food and supplies into the city but it will be extremely costly and difficult to feed a city the size of Konetya. With 2.3 million residents I am sure that the Pantorrans will find it difficult and expensive to provide the populace with proper food, water, and other living necessities.

Granted, NVRSKSO soldiers later tried to present themselves as humane by saying that they do not wish to fight anyone and thus will not strike Pantorrans first, yet, the government of Sunrisia feels that their comments on the strategy regarding Konetya was enough. The Department of International Relations soon took a stance and Minister Ectrăr Álienan soon stated the following:

“There was no misinterpretation or a phrase taken out of context. We all heard it clearly. NVRSKSO soldiers said that they plan to starve Konetya and leave it as a responsibility of Pantorrans - foreign soldiers, to look after Azovskayan citizens in that city. They say that they have no choice and it is their only strategy. No humane leadership or military would ever allow itself to even consider something like that. I think that this statement has shown the true face of NVRSKSO and eliminated any remaining doubts on the legitimacy of this military junta. Sunrisia took a neutral stance before, but now we may have to reconsider our position.”

[Rezua]

Rezua Stands With Konetya

Eastern Breeze

Within the borders of Azovskaya, freedom loving innocents are about to be starved by their own government. Pantorrum's support of Konetya has lead to a besieging of the city. The reasons for this attack on Konetya range from their ethnicity, to their desire for elections and independence. If ethnicity is a factor in this attack, Parliament has said it is "most disappointed" in the new government and will take actions to get international sanctions placed on the nation.

At this time, however, the Rezuan Empire is only interested in saving the lives of Konteyan innocents. The Upper and Lower Councils of Parliament have agreed to send civilian aircraft into Konteya with food, water, and medical supplies. No military forces will be accompanying these planes because their mission is purely humanitarian aid. In addition, any Konteyan civilian will be taken into Rezua and granted immediate Refugee Visas. In Rezua, they will receive not just food and water, but also jobs, community, and livelihoods. Families with young children or elderly persons are urged to think of accepting the offer.

In Other News
- Some Rezuan people begin donating to the ISO
- "Church of the Dragon" claims that the ancient Revon religion's claim of the return of dragons to Sunalaya is coming true.
- Rezuan foreign aid to expand again

[Sunrisia]

BREAKING NEWS

Sunrisia Begins Supplying Weapons And Military Equipment To Federation Forces In Azovskaya

LIVE BROADCAST

Breaking news coming in from Aestin. The Convet has just approved a military assistance to Azovskaya resolution, which allows for Sunrisia to begin providing weaponry and military equipment to the Federation forces inside Azovskaya. The decision to begin such action came after consultations among the Department of Security, the representatives of the Sunrisian Defense Force, the National Defense Council and President Nóv Fáustîtár, the commander-in-chief. The parties came to the ultimate decision that there will be no backing down this time and the Convet has shared this position, especially after recent harsh criticisms regarding Yokohaul that came towards the Fáustîtár administration. Speaker of the Convet said:

“Peace at any price is not a correct position. The price paid for peace should not be oppression and slavery. We will not make that mistake anymore. No weakness, no appeasement.”

Meanwhile, Minister of International Relations Ectrăr Álienan said the following:

“Sunrisia has been informed of a peace treaty being in the works, sponsored by certain international parties. We will support a peace agreement, but we have also laid out a set of conditions, which we believe must be included, in order for us to support that agreement. Until such a peace agreement is formatted, we will not cease our support for the Federation forces. During the coup, the Union has taken over the majority of the country and is now trying to take the final stronghold of the Federation – Konetya, as well as threatens ethnic cleansing there. Our goal is to reinforce the rebels to the level, where they could resist NVRSKSO. We will continue that, until an efficient peace process is formatted.”

The Sunrisian Naval Forces have moved near Federation-held and Pantorran-held areas, in order to make sure that Sunrisian supplies are not blockaded from accessing those areas. Aerial cargos and shipments would be delivered, while talks would also be initiated with Azovskaya’s neighbors to allow the opening of a land route of supplies into rebel-held areas. The Convet’s military assistance to Azovskaya resolution also allows for the Sunrisian Defense Force to train the Federation forces, when conditions for such action are set up. Preferably, the Federation forces are to be trained outside of Azovskayan territory, however, no option is off limits.

[Pantorrum]

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