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[Daredland]

Members of the Legion of Germanic Daredland (LGD) party pay a working visit to the Englean Kaiserreich, while President of the State Council Friedrich Schäfer resumes visit to the Weniges Reich

Flags of the Daredi Confederacy and the Englean Kaiserreich

A large percentage of the Legion of Germanic Daredland (LGD) party have mobilized a delegation that has travelled to the Englean Kaiserreich to meet with the Kaiserreich’s leadership. Because Daredland presently has no diplomatic relations with Engleberg after unilaterally cutting them, Daredi officials are prohibited from making formal diplomatic trips to the Kaiserreich or interacting with Englean officials. Only specially appointed Daredi officers are allowed to interact with the Englean representatives. Both nations maintain formal contacts through foreign embassies in each other’s capitals.

Walking around the diplomatic ban, the LGD delegation have gone to the Englean Kaiserreich on an unofficial working visit and not an official state visit. Before departing, an LGD spokesperson said that the delegation would be meeting with Reichskanzler von Kluge and Reichsminister für Korentia von Pinochet in Strelitz in Sangarn-Strelitz. They do not expect to be lucky enough to have the honor of Kaiser Siegfried I himself giving personal attention or devoting his time to the guests from Daredland, but “always remain hopeful” as they put it. The LGD delegation’s trip coincides with the ongoing visit of President of the State Council Friedrich Schäfer. He had gone there to negotiate with the separatist leadership after the Weniges militants had proposed reintegration with Daredland in exchange for their ability to participate in the next confederal election. Schäfer personally took interest in the offer and later adopted a position that there was no way around it. He had finally allowed his alleged pro-Weniges attitude to be seen on the surface. The President’s personal initiative to begin the negotiations process was met with support from his own LGD party and mixed support from the rest of the State Council. Normally Chancellor Calvin Aigner would handle diplomatic work, including further negotiations with the Weniges separatists. But the Chancellor refrained from travelling to the Weniges Reich this time because he was unsure about taking up the separatists on their offer. Schäfer had likely predicted this early on because he had already planned to go to the Weniges Reich and negotiate despite Chancellor Aigner not even giving an answer. This is unconventional behavior for the President of the State Council and reaches outside his duties. The President of the State Council is supposed to stay in Freihat and consistently lead the Council, but Schäfer has now factually taken over the duties of the Chancellor. Probably he already sees himself as the true leader of Daredland, while Chancellor Calvin Aigner is only a figurehead to him. In the meantime the Chancellor himself has claimed that he would go to the Weniges Reich if the whole State Council ordered him to and not just the President. Because Schäfer’s own party is presently in a minority, practically an opposition party, he knew that he would not get consensus on his orders. So instead he has decided to do everything personally while in such a high position.

During the absence of President Schäfer from Freihat and the LGD delegation being abroad, the State Council currently has one of several Vice Presidents take over the leadership of the State Council. To avoid conflict of interest, the State Council is being headed by a Vice President from a neutral party that does not have a tough stance on the Weniges Reich. The LGD party is being represented by the remaining members who were left behind to work at the State Council. Some parties have already called for Schäfer to be voted out as the President for the LGD party to be removed from the State Council for lobbying Englean national interests, pushing forth Kaiserreich influence in Daredland and interacting with Weniges terrorists. They have also pointed out that though President Schäfer had only gone to the Weniges Reich which officially remains part of Daredland, the territory is still controlled by Engleberg. They believe that Schäfer might secretly meet with Kaiserreich officials in the Weniges Reich and the Daredi Confederacy government will never even know about it. LGD’s visit to Engleberg was also pointed out to be an actual report by internal traitors that Daredland is successfully being prepared for Anschluss by the Kaiserreich. The Vice President of the State Council and Chancellor Calvin Aigner himself have insisted that there are currently no legal reasons for President Schäfer and LGD to be removed because they have not legally violated the constitution. Schäfer‘s opponents in the State Council were encouraged by Aigner to have faith that the President visit to the Weniges Reich might actually bring positive results for Daredland and that LGD’s own working visit might help normalize relations with Engleberg, encouraging them to withdraw troops from Daredi soil. The Chancellor also once again reminded the State Council that Daredland is a democracy and political repressions even against controversial parties cannot be used.

In the Weniges Reich, while on actual joint press conference with the Weniges separatists at a round-table, President Friedrich Schäfer thanked the Konfoderaleswehr troops for organizing a clear, accessible passage for him to the Weniges Reich from the Daredi side. The President of the State Council had a chance to explain LGD’s actions and their trip to the Englean Kaiserreich.

[Speaking in German]: “I did not send them there. They went to the Englean Kaiserreich by their own initiative. But I think that’s not what should be important. The important thing is that my party colleagues might actually help me out to resolve the entire Daredi crisis. While I am here negotiation a reintegration of the Weniges Reich with Daredland and equal representation for the Weniges people in the State Council, by party colleagues are working on normalizing relations with the Englean Kaiserreich. If all of us are successful in achieving these objectives then the Daredi crisis will practically be over tomorrow. Instead of looking for a conspiracy here, I think that many officials in the Daredi government and many of our own people should be rooting for us to succeed.”

On the streets of Daredland the police has been focused on ending mass protests, but without using violence. The restless demonstrations have put a stop to normal functioning of the Daredi society, so the authorities have put forth an objective to finally return social stability. It is not expected to return soon because of the nation’s reactions to the developments inside the government and across Daredland, but experts are confident that the protests will not be growing beyond this point. After some time, they will eventually start to disperse. The protests are ongoing in all of Daredland, except for the break-away Hasperan Republic where they were violently dispersed and the Weniges Reich where militants and Englean military are in control of the situation.

[South Baggnagia]

Government discusses election organization as the Core nears defeat up north

JUGAC, SOUTH BAGGNAGIA – The South Baggnagian government has initiated a dialogue on the parliamentary and presidential election organization in the nation. The discussion has been opened up within the administration headed by Acting President Alexander Lončár and among the parliament members within the Chamber of Deputies. The discussion was sparked after heads of the South Baggnagian armed forces have announced that South Baggnagian and Sunrisian forces are pushing towards victory against the Core paramilitary. The northern territories bordering North Baggnagia where the Core have been active are nearly liberated. The armed fighters are dropping in number, running out of military tech and losing ground. Defense officials believe that North Baggnagia had given up on the Core and has stopped supplying them military aid across the border. Officials have concluded that if all of South Baggnagian territory is about to be liberated from takeover then the nation can finally start considering holding the elections fully. Originally the South Baggnagian government spoke about the option of holding the elections at least in the majority of South Baggnagian territory that is outside of the Core’s reach. The government and military would have had to struggle a little bit more in figuring out how to hold elections in the territories where Core is active and where military operations still continue. But with the good news that it apparently will no longer be an issue, the South Baggnagian government can declare that elections will be able to take place in all of the territories. While the military continues work on taking down the last Core strongholds, the South Baggnagian government has begun early preparations for the elections.

[Eikangaard]

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Peace Achieved?

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Territorial claims
following Peace Accords

Peace talks have been concluded, and a deal has been reached. Through it, Eikangaard will be officially divided among three sovereign states. The Republic of Eikangaard will lay claim to the southern portion of the country, the Eikangaard United Socialist Republic will receive the north, and the Royal Union of Eikangaard will be given a portion of land in the middle of the country. Further, the Royal Union of Eikangaard will be facing steep punishments by the other two states.

The division of remaining military assets was also a major topic of the discussion between all parties. Some wartime material was retained by the Royal Union, including about 56 TAR-36 fighters and multiple tanks and armored vehicles, however most material was divided among the Republic and EUSR respectively. The only section of the negotiations where the Republic came off the better in military assets than the EUSR was in naval tonnage, receiving all current active duty vessels of the Royal Union Navy.

The two royals have been arrested and will be handed over to the Republic of Eikangaard for trial, with the Duchess of Mostog stepping in as Monarch in the stead of Former King Derrig. A payment of 158 billion Skeids is to be paid to the United Socialist Republic, and a further 77 billion to the Republic in reparations. Additionally, the royal uinion will be barred from fielding an armed forces of greater than 100'000 active duty troops, a 300'000 total in personnel, and any naval vessel greater than 3000 metric tonnes. It is restricted to the use of only the port of Divodt, which permits the Royal Union from enacting military action against the Golden Throne. Divodt refused to take part in the negotiations and as such has been labelled a rogue state by all three signatories.

In order to maintain peace and stability moving forward, the three states have agreed to form the Confederation of Eikangaard, a supranational entity in which all three member states can engage in peaceful dialogue and present a unified front to external challenges. It will not however directly involve itself with the internal politics of member states. Under Confederation charter, all three nations will immediately rescind all further claims to the others' territory, and any movement of troops into one nation by another is to be treated as an act of war by the third.

Agreed-upon flag of the Confederation of Eikangaard

As far as international policy is concerned, the Eikan Economic Exclusion Zone, or Eikangaard's territorial waters are treated as being under the purview of the Confederation and as such cannot be blockaded by one of the member states. All movement of naval vessels through this area must be communicated to the other states, and the real time positions of these assets must be reported at all times. In lieu of a designated building for Confederation meetings, members appointed to the Confederate Senate will communicate via teleconference on a by-weekly basis to communicate their various government's policies and decisions regarding international politics. All three states will be permitted to pursue international relations at their discretion, however defensive or offensive alliances are not permitted between all states and considered aggressive acts.

While for the time being this peace deal has found a solution to the conflict that plagued out nation over the last few months, many critics argue that it is no permanent accord. Many say that the Confederation is not given enough oversight to promote its policy of ensuring peace. They say that, while the talks have concluded, none of the signatories bothered to name who would fill their nation's seats on the Senate. "The whole thing is a massive joke." Says political analyst Mark D'gard. "All this deal does is force a peace without actually addressing anything. At best we're looking at a prolonged lull in the fighting. Most likely, this deal will break down in a couple of months." Mr. D'gard further says that while restrictions on the size of the Royal Unions military were made, none were imposed on the other two states, making conflict between them all but certain.

While the nation at large celebrates the return of peace, it is far too early to tell if the conflict is well and truly over. However many also agree that without it, an even less viable peace would have been imposed by the USAPKs and member-states. It's likely that this is Eikangaards best chance for a lasting peace.

[Rhodevus]

Nina's Code Haunts the Modern World


A Section of Nina's Will and Testament, on Display in the Imperial Palace Museum

In great anticipation for the upcoming Joint-Commonwealth Productions film, Nina, the University of Kingstown's Department of cryptology along with their partners from the College of Brookhurt and the East Port Academy from Aznazia and Oblaren respectively have held a major press statement.

The three universities in Dogmana have been working closely together since 2006, when the will and testament of Captain Nina Solomon was discovered in the Imperial Execution Records underneath the Imperial Palace in Kingstown, Rhodevus. A major discovery for this studying Nina, it held the second confirmed signature of the famed pirate captain, as well as an undecipherable will. While the priests at the time also recorded the will and testament, as explained to them by Nina, from her coded writings, it has been greatly believed that the translation is false.

Below is a portion of the will, as translated by an unnamed priest in 1762, an the day prior to Nina's public execution in Kingstown:

Here is written the final and most true will and testament to Captain and Pirate Queen Nina A. Solomon on the thirteenth of July, the year of our lord one thousand seven hundred, sixty two. Of sound mind and body, I do hereby let my words be recorded in my own hand and the hand of [undecipherable scribble; commonly believed to be the name of the priest who presided over her execution] as my deeds be written down by the lord in heaven and my body return to dust.

My ships and sails are to bestowed upon my first and second mates, to be divided evenly and equally among them. My fortune, as vast as the seas in which we traveled shall be granted to the man or woman who is first to take it. What has not been stolen from my bank following the most plausible raids to retrieve my fortune shall be divided up evenly among those captains and sailors who have survived my raids and my attacks...

The translated will and testament itself is a 14 page document written in much the same manner, with Nina Solomon giving gifts to her crews, to the survivors of her attacks as well as to whoever took it first. It incorporates a large amount of information related to her history and has made up the backbone of what is now considered the True Nina Canon.

The document in which it is translated from is a 7 page document, written in Nina's own hand and signed with her own hand. Her own written will has remained undecipherable for eleven years, even with the minds of dozens of professors and experts in the field working to discover her final messages.

"What makes Nina's code so hard to decipher," explained Professor of Pirateology and Head of the Department of History for the University of Kingstown, Dr. Andrew Quincing, in a press interview in 2007, "is that her code is a summation of her entire life. It is not just a code written in her mother-tongue of French. But it combines aspects of what she has learnt from travelling around the Lutetian Ocean as well as travelling with a mutlilingual crew. We know for a fact that she spoke French, English and German. We have also assumed that she learned at least one Rhodevan dialect and possibly ancient Greek, based off the symbology used. Similarly, we do not know if the symbols represent letters, sounds, objects or a combination of them all."

Dr. Quincing has still lead the hunt to decipher Nina's Code since it's discovery. A breakthrough in the code was discovered by an Oblarenite PhD candidate, Sierra Illart in late 2016, who had discovered native texts which describe a time in which Nina lived in a Killaloe (Kill-ah-low-way) Village in Southern Rhodevus. The text has been dated back to circa 1732, a time where Nina's piracy activities are at a minimum and her exact location was unknown.

"This discovery is extremely helpful in figuring out, both Nina's history as well as translating her code. It has always been thought that Nina understood either Laaban or Ghong dialects of Rhodevan. With this information, we know that she knows at least the basics of Killaloe Dialect and not, in fact Ghong Dialect. Ghong and Killaloe have very different sentence structure and organizations, but written down with nearly identical symbols. One is often mistaken for the other." Said Dr. Kevin Heer from the East Port Academy in Oblaren.

With new information coming to light, as well as a reinvigorated team working on the code, it was only a matter of time before more information would be discovered. Early last month, a final breakthrough was made.

"We were able to finally decipher a paragraph of text. It was written in a combination of ancient Greek and Killaloe. Using a French polyalphabetic cipher based off the phonology of the words. From there, the opposites of each word in French could be found. This gave us a paragraph that both was understandable and made perfect grammatical sense. Something that has not ever been done before by my team nor other teams working on the same code."

An eleven year search for answers has revealed its first clues to determining what Nina's Will and Testament actually discussed. Written below is the first paragraph to be deciphered using this method. The rest of the will still needs to be deciphered, but now that a key has been established, it is believed that it can be completely deciphered in the next few months.

[text has been translated from French]

My dearest captain.We may never see each other again, but let it be known that I have not made my capture an easy one. My fortune has long been spent, so do not spend your life searching. Only hardship and death awaits in the seven locations and banks. It is my hope that my ships and crew will remain safe and secure, at least until a new captain is chosen. I leave it to you to keep HER safe. SHE is on board my [first mate's] flagship. My eye and your lips. Keep HER safe.

From this single paragraph more is learnt about the infamous pirate queen. But, along with discoveries comes new mysteries. The first of such mysteries, is that Nina divided her treasure in 4 banks (only 2 are known about, no treasure discovered) and 7 locations (known to be 5 churches [in 87 miles of catacombs, no treasure has been discovered even though there are four recorded deaths from the search] and 2 graves [have already been discovered, with only notes written by her first mate, now on view in the Imperial Palace Museum]). In her text, she mentions only 3 banks, leaving a possible clue that at least a part of her treasure is still hidden in one of the two yet undiscovered banks Nina had used in her lifetime.

A second, and much more interesting mystery, is this reference to a girl and a captain, referred to in capitals as well as by "dearest". It can only be guessed that the mystery girl in question is a possible daughter, while the dearest captain is a possible final lover. Due to the message never being revealed to the public in 1762 and lost to time until 2006, it is now fact that the captain and potential daughter never received the will and those referred to our now long gone. Yet, the mystery grows bigger and so too does the fascination with Captain Nina Ariana Solomon, the Pirate Queen.

[Cote de Mayotte]

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"Nina" Top grossing movie in Cote De Mayotte, inspiring Pirate attempts in the Isles

Oppedette- When the Piratical thriller out of Layfet first opened in theaters few knew how large of a success the film would prove to be. Breaking 20m in pre-order ticket sales the film has come to be the largest grossing film ever released on Cote De Mayotte, with an expected 2 million people cramming theaters to see it, resulting in some establishments in the larger cities to have to run almost 24 hour a day. "The movie is a spectacular representation of Pirate life and thrill from the 1700's" said Tanner Gregoire a film critic who was privy to one of the initial screenings. The thriller has caught the eye of almost every Mayoanne and is expected to be in the theaters for quite a while as everyone attempts to see the film.

Unfortunately, as with all things popular, there have been attempts to recreate the feats of the Pirate Legend, resulting in one situation that has drawn the ire and the attention of the Imperial Military. Earlier today in the earlier hours of the morning, the CDMS Republica, a Dauphin-Class Frigate was unexpectedly boarded while at anchor by a group of 20 intoxicated college students who upon gaining access to the deck, shouted that they "claimed the ship in the name of Nina and her crew." the Crew of the Republica, who had reacted to the unexpected boarding with arms drawn, quickly realized that this was a simple case of intoxication, and the 20 students where escorted to the brig. The boat that was used to transport the students to the Naval vessel has been seized by the Imperial navy and impounded, it was registered to one of the students fathers. A spokesman for the Imperial Navy said that there were no injuries reported and that the students had been transferred to the Military prison on Oppedette pending trial.

The Fiasco of this morning, has raised some questions about the state of readiness of the Imperial Navy, as they had allowed themselves to be boarded by a group of College aged students. The Captain, who hasnt been named by the Navy yet, has reported to Imperial High Command for questioning, and the Ship has been docked indefinitely while a full debriefing and review of ship wide policies is conducted by the Admiralty.

[Rhodevus]

Pirate Parties Start Strong


Students Partying on the RIV Eclipse

In honour of the intoxicated commandeering of a Mayoan Frigate, the students at the Imperial City University (ECU), especially those in the Alpha Beta Omega, Kappa Lambda and Omicron Pi Theta Fraternities 'commandeered' their own ship in the name of Nina, throwing a massive party which they have named, "The Buccaneer Bash". With over 700 in attendance, this was not a party to miss.

Unlike those in Cote de Mayotte, the ship they 'seized' was not an active duty vessel, but the RIV Eclipse one of the very few remaining galleons that actually was sailed during the Rhodeve Empire, and most likely saw minor combat with the Pirate Queen herself. Now belonging to the Rhodeve Galleon Society as a floating museum, the ECU's fraternities and sororities joined together to rent out the ship for the night.

"We would have never had this idea without the brave bros in Cote de Mayotte," said on fraternity brother. "This is more than just hyping up some movie. It's about working together. Showing what even us students can do, well, in the most university student sort of way. 20 guys commandeered a ship and that is really badass. But, what it shows above all else, is that people feel connected to times gone by. Or at least certain aspects of them. The age of pirates is long gone, but there's a reason it resonates and has become near mythic. People working together. Without caring for race, religion or political affiliation. Just working together for the benefit of ship and crew. If us fraternities and sororities can work together to do something like this with little preparation time, imagine what we could do with months or years as we grow older and enter into the work force. We've already served in the military. We all know how to handle things. And, we're prepared for lifes challenges. Whether that be a cannon ball to the mast, or international disputes in the future."

Strong words from the University students here today. But for now, the party continues, strong and joyful. Yo Ho!

[Pantorrum]

Box Office Breakaway- Nina

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The Layfet film Nina, which chronicles the adventures of an 18th century Pirate, brought home a massive box office sale out in theaters this weekend. Across the entire country, as 12.5 million people came out to see it for the first time. Topping 100 million dollars in three nights, the film became the 10th largest box office success in Pantorran History. The movie itself received decent reviews, scoring an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

In other nations, many youth were inspired to undertake their own adventures of piracy on the high seas. Throwing parties or seizing vessels in celebration of the movie, many around the globe are sure to face the cold prison life that accompanied their fantasies piracy of the 18th century. In Pantorrum, no such acts occurred. In a nation where big budget films full of action and intrigue abound, Pantorran youth found no inspiration to break the law from the film. As one Lilydale Highschool Senior said, “it’s just a movie.”

Internationally the film was well distributed, earning significant amounts even in the least likely of places. The movie continues to show in movie theaters, and is expected to remain up for another week. By the end of its air time, many entertainment experts think the movie could gross as much as 510 million domestically.

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Diplomacy succeeds, Ceasefire in Eucadea and Peace Resolution in Eikangaard

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Following the passage of Pantorran authored Security Council Resolution 55, an effective ceasefire has been implemented in Eucadea. Peacekeepers arrived in the nation last week, and set to work on establishing a DMZ and separating the warring factions. Having accomplished that goal, Supreme Commander Bradley has reached out to the two warring parties and called for their leadership to converge in the DMZ. A peaceful talk is likely to end in a nation wide referendum that will decide once and for all the form of government to be implemented in Eucadea, be it a Monarchy, Republic, or otherwise. General Bradley is hopeful that whatever system is implemented, both parties will agree to honor the wishes of the people.

Another diplomatic resolution was reached in Eikangaard, when USA Security Council Resolution 57 pressured the communists to commit to talks with the other factions. Previously, before international pressure, only the Royal Union and the Republic would be participating in a peaceful settlement. The success of the Security Council in restoring peace and order to the northern and western Ventismar continent cannot be understated, and the Secretary of State hopes it will reignite faith in diplomacy across the globe. Secretary Ross spoke outside the USA headquarters this weekend after a long debate with the Rezuan and Belantican Delegations.

“We fought long and hard to get a resolution passed to bring peace to Eikangaard. The Rezuan Delegation was determined to get an outcome to benefit their favored faction, a faction that had been receiving broad military and economic support from the Rezuan Empire. The Belantican Delegation fought hard to protect the interests of its companies, who stood to profit from the war. One appeared imperialist today, and he other an arms dealer. We are disappointed that two great nations would reduce themselves to such levels of bickering and self serving agendas. Despite their oppositions, with the assistance of my close friends in the Rhodeve Delegation, we were able to get a meaningful resolution passed to deescalate a conflict and get every side talking. We have and always will have faith in diplomacy, whenever it is an option, and we hope that in the future out Belantican and Rezuan counterparts will rediscover their lost values.”

The strong but kindly worded message is one we’ve come to expect from Secretary Ross, who has long remained the only sensible voice of the mostly unpopular Pearce administration. Presidential candidate Tom Connolly said after the announcement that he was considering keeping Ross on for a 4th tenure as Secretary of State and Ambassador to the USA.

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Connolly Gains Commanding Lead

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Connolly has pulled ahead in polling, leaping several points above Vice President Jonathan Nicks. Connolly surpassed 53% in polling last week, while Nicks dropped to a low of 41%. The wide gap has been continuously widening for months now, with little hope for a conservative win in sight. Connolly’s message of peace, diplomacy, and social reform has gripped the nation. Energy among Liberal Democrats has never been higher, and young people across the nation has registered to vote in June by massive numbers.

Conservative prospects in Congress, however, have improved somewhat. Where as last month polling indicated they would lose both chambers, data now shows uncertainty in the senate and sealing liberal support in house races. Projections now show conservatives holding onto the Senate by 1 seat, and losing the house by less than a dozen. In state elections, Conservatives are predicted to hold all but 2 of their current Governorships, reigniting hope in party leadership that the underballot is at least redeemable.

After the success of Pantorran peace efforts abroad, Pearce has seen an approval spike back up to 42%. Despite this, 55% give credit for the diplomatic efforts to Secretary Ross while only 19% of the nation gives credit to Pearce. In another poll last week, 54% say that Connolly will improve the economy if elected. 68% say he will be successful in improving race relations. 59% have confidence in his foreign policy. On the other side, only 39% say that Nicks would improve the economy. 19% say he would improve race relations, while 60% say he’d make them worse. Only 40% have confidence in his foreign policy. On the issue of trust, both score well. 82% say they can trust Connolly, and 65% say they can trust Nicks.

We will continue to track these numbers and both the candidates up until Election Day. For help registering to vote, contact your local court house and request assistance from the elections office. Or, log on to http://www.ElectionRegistrationAdminist ... pangov.net

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[Rezua]

Pantorran Media: The Lying Snake, Parliament Discourages "Piracy"

Eastern Breeze

In their most recent news article, a Pantorran media outlet claimed showed extreme bias towards its own nation. For example, it hailed Pantorrum as the nation who authorized SC Resolution 55. All nations of the SC authorize resolutions, not the nation that drafts the resolution. The fact that they have given credit just to Pantorrum shows that they don't like working with others. They want all the credit, all the praise. Perhaps is was an innocent assumption, but then how can we trust a media outlet that does not fact check? It also makes no mention of why Rezua abstained from the resolution. The Pantorrans appointed a Pantorran general as the head of the mission, a general who served in the Bohin. Since the Pantorrans have not supported Rezua in the war in the Bohin in anyway, how could our military allow our young men and women to serve under them? And what arrogance, what nerve, does Pantorrum claim by appointing their general to lead the mission. Is this not biased? Is this not promoting self-interest? Is this not seeking glory for only Pantorrum?

Then they brought up SC Resolution 57, claiming that they fought "long and hard" with the Rezuan delegation. They claimed that the Rezuan delegation was only out to "ensure Rezuan interests" Another fabricated story. SC Resolution 57 was signed without argument by the Rezuan delegation because it did not deploy USAPKs. The resolution they conveniently left out, Resolution 56, was also created by Pantorrum and called for USAPKs to be sent to Eikangaard, despite the fact that the sides were coming together to talk peace. The Rezuan delegation did not want more troops to join the fight so late in the conflict, when the peace talks might be lost. What if one side had broke the peace, believing the USA would help them conquer Eikangaard? It doesn't need to be true, it was a possibility we simply could not risk. A classic Pantorran tactic, send in troops and then demand peace terms. Rezua, on the other hand, had no troops in Eikangaard when it tried over four times to get the sides to talk, even going so far as to look for a neutral place to talk with King Derrig. Thankfully, the Rukon Federation (then North Rukonia) was happy to help. Still, peace could not be reached and Rezua had to send in troops as a last resort. The last thing we wanted was even more troops to be sent, it could cause confusion among all sides.

Rezua agreed to Resolution 56, on the condition that the USAPKs be used only in the north to pressure the communists to come to the peace talks. A condition that the Rhodeve delegation denounced as "false", despite the fact that Rezua would pull support if the USAPKs were not used in solely the north. Regardless, this resolution failed after the Aznazian delegation raised criticisms similar to our own, even going so far as to point out that it did not even have plans for helping the Eikangaardian people find peace among themselves or even establish a government.

In Resolution 57, there was no mention of deploying USAPKs, thanks to Aznazian critics. Rezua supported this resolution because it better matched our ideals, to let the Eikangaardian people decide their new government, without USA threats. All the USA is meant to do is encourage peace, not clench its fist and beat oppressed and disorganized people into submission. The Eikangaardians were already in peace talks, what need was there to threaten them? All it would do would embittered them towards the USA, causing them to not want to be part of it, destroying future international cooperation.

As we can see, once put under a microscope, the Pantorran claims unravel like the lies that they are. But what of Rhodevus, our closest ally? What prompted their media to attack our nation from nowhere? What wrong has Rezua done to them, that they try to embarrass us on the global stage with this media? Why have they ganged up on us with Pantorrum, a nation we are at unfortunately at odds with? It is a sad day indeed when our Commonwealth allies seek to forget the bonds we have build, the blood we shed for each other in our civil wars, in the Bohin, in so many conflicts. Our bond with Rhodevus is symbolized by the marriage of our empress and their princess. A happy union built on trust, friendship, support, and concern for the other. But how can we trust Rhodeve media if it attacks us? How could a spouse trust the other if they try to shame them in public? That is not friendship. That is not trust. That is manipulation. That would be using the other person for selfish desire. Is Rhodevus still our truest friends, or are they trying to force our hand the way they want it? Is our union of trust and friendship just a collar of iron, hidden behind a false claim of unity in a Commonwealth?

In light of recent fiascos, parliament has asked all young people going to see Nina that a movie does not warrant breaking the law. They said that a movie is meant as a form of escape, and pirates can symbolize freedom, independence, and self-success. And while that is fine in a certain context, it cannot be forgotten that pirates were not good people. They were thieves, murderers, rapists, and all other sorts of criminals. The historical Nina was known to raid ruthlessly and to keep prisoners in inhumane conditions, using them as sex slaves for herself and her crew. While enjoying a movie is fine, it must be remembered that romanticized pirates are a fantasy. Stories of noble pirates escaping big bad navies are just that: stories. Rezuan history shows that the Rezuan navy was harsh to pirates, but it cannot be forgotten that their crimes were horrid to the point of being called "unholy" by some. Enjoy the movie, but don't take piracy as a joke. People were killed, innocent people. All because someone on a boat thought that big guns let them take what they wanted without consequences. Don't break the law in the name of a movie. Enjoy it in pretend, don't actually think it's okay to be a pirate. It's not.

In Other News
-Ambassador Rebeka Lizabont signs trade and defense deal with one of the newest nations around: The Nina Islands.
-Rezuan Navy pressured by the public to release documents of "Pirate Queen" Nina.
-War over in Eikangaard, the boys and gals come home but when will they return from Molenston?

[Eikangaard]

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EUSR Signs Military Procurement Deal with Librira

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The Eikangaard United Socialist Republics has formally announced the signing of a military procurement deal with the People's United Republic of Librira. The deal, valued at a total of 4.2 Billion NSD (or 5.4 Billions Skeids) will provided the EUSR with a comprehensive update to it's ground forces, air defense systems, and provide vessels for the formation of an official naval force. This is despite the EUSR receiving a large share of military equipment formerly owned by the Royal Union of Eikangaard.

Allers Wolksten, a spokesman for the Peoples National Defense Army, the newly re-branded Revolutionary Army of the EUSR, stated that the procurement is: "An attempt by the Eikangaard United Socialist Republics to comprehensively update the military equipment left over from the Royal Union and to secure our section of the Eikangaard coastline from potential foreign incursion. The Royal Union's Armed Forces, while presenting the image of a strong and modern military, routinely left put off procurement of replacements for outdated equipment. The only exception was in the Airforce and in the G-200 class of submarines. We are attempting to build an army that can compete on the international stage, and safeguard out borders and national interests."

When questioned on whether or not this procurement strategy was meant as an aggressive show of force against the Royal Union and Eikangaard Republic Mr. Wolksten assured that the procurement strategy was: "merely an upgrade and standardization process. Under the charter of the Confederation, any signatory may pursue similar actions if they deem it necessary. I can assure you that the People's Government of the Eikangaard United Socialist Republics does not intend to violate the peace terms of the Confederation and that this deal is purely defensive in nature."

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Republic of Eikangaard Begins Moves for National Elections Following Peace Deal

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For the first time in Eikangaard history, the people will be able to elect their own head of state. Needless to say, news outlets and social media across the country have been exploding with information on the upcoming elections now that Provisional President John Maakenossen has relinquished his emergency powers to the admittedly hastily made Republican Senate. Elections have been officially called for April 27thm and already presidential hopefuls have begun their campagins, establishing new parties and winning over voters.

John Maakenossen, has of course thrown his hat in the running, founding the New Republican Party with the promise of fully establishing the Republic and securing its place in the world. He aims to use the economic infrastructure gained from the Royal Union to foster strong political ties to other nations and open Republican Markets to new business opportunities. His competition is the newly returned Mastin Lagelln of the Technocratic Party, which finds its roots in the Old Parliament under the same name, though now plans to reenter the field of politics in the Republic.

There is also the more hard-line Lina Tamber and her True North Party, recently appointed acting Field Marshal of the Republican Army. Her platform is to match the recently announced military buildup by the EUSR to secure the Republic's interests on the island, as well as to provide a secure position with which to do business with nearby powers. And finally, there is Cannin Div'Eikan, who has recently entered the political stage by kick-starting the Republican Revolution and now founding the Futurist Party. She has promised that, should she be elected, she would invest heavily in updating Eikangaard's education system and provide greater opportunities for the country's disenfranchised to find new beginnings.

It is far too early to tell what the outcome of these elections would be, however with the speed at which all four candidates have managed to establish themselves and amass followings we are looking at a hectic election season. Rest assured that we will be following the story on the road to Eikangaard's first president.

[Belantica]

Government Clears Up Misunderstandings With Accusations, And Replaces Entire SC Delegation
Yesterday, the Belantic delegation in the USA Security Council made a rather rash and unacceptable move by voting against SC Resoltuon 57. While many nations voted in favor, Belantica at first voted against any action to be taken on Eikangaard. This led to a long and fiery debate between the delegates and those who backed the resolution. In the end, with a phone call from Her Majesty, the delegation withdrew the vote and decide to abstain from voting on the resolution any further. This has caused backlash from abroad, with accusations that Belantica is nothing more than an arms dealer wishing to exploit the unrest for capital gains. In order to clear up misunderstandings, the Cheif Cabinet Secretary, Luca Wiles, publically made a statement on the issue, and made it clear that the vote was influenced by outsides, and not the Belantic government.

"Of course from witness accounts," Cheif Cabinet Secretary Wilkes said," The delegation clearly put the needs to private individuals and companies before the government, and therefore, the vote was botched. What I can say is that what the SC delegation voted for went against what the United Queendoms wanted to vote for. Officially, the government is neutral on the Eikangaardi situation, and that the Delegation went beyond their powers as chosen delegates to represent the interests of the Belantic government, and therefore had damaged the nation's reputation and standing among others. On the other hand, while I can vouched for the stance on the issue according to the government, I cannot influence private individuals and firms that may or may have legitimate claims in the area of interest. As a result, with authorization from Her Majesty, I officially announce that the delegates serving to represent Belantica in the Security Council will be permanently withdrawn from their duties, every one of them. Of course, I can expect that Parliament will go ahead and find replacements that are more suited for the role, possibly pooling from those currently in the General Assembly. I, on behalf of the Belantic government, offer my apologies to nations that may have thought the inappropriate vote, that went against the values that this nation has cherished, is that of peace and cooperation. Hopefully, the next set of delegates are not acting in their or other's own interests rather than the interest of everyone in the world."

In Other News
-San Mateo man attempts robbing a convenience store with a palm branch
-Belantica begins opening dialect with the Nina Islands
-Peace in Eikangaard, but for how long? Experts say the nation is still "a powderkeg that will go off"
-Pirate move "Nina" on track to becoming one of the most successful films in history
-Major human traffiking ring busted by Federal Police with assistance from local and state agencies, with 57 arrests made
-NEPCO to go in front of NA state legislature to argue for the Northwestern Project, protestor present outside of the building

[Dirkhizistan]

Ban on same-sex marriage returns to Rombadistan Province

Today the Province of Rombadistan has passed a bill into law banning same-sex marriage, being the first region to do so since all provinces allowed same-sex marriage by 1980. The Governor of Rombadistan Ruslan Okhar Isryëkhov passed the bill into law after he could not stop the assembly from overriding the veto, the assembly being the only assembly in Dirkhizistan other than Hilahstan's to not have the ruling Conservative Party having a majority and is ruled mostly by Dirkhiz Turkic Nationalist Party and the Islamic Faith Party. Mugharz said today that he does not support this bill and it concerns him that laws that were banned for being too strict are returning to Dirkhizistan. There are two other regions in Dirkhizistan also trying to return a gay marriage ban, The Mountain Territories, and Gheferat currently have bills to return same-sex marriage bans in the works. One bill in the Mountain Territories will even ban same-sex relationships from existing. Recently a return and growth in support for islamic religious law has been concerning the Dirkhiz leadership and many non-muslims and other peoples in the nation hoping a radical dictatorship does not take over Dirkhizistan. The bill will take effect on May 1st, 2018 and gay couples will no longer be able to marry. The President hopes that other provinces don't start to follow Rombadistan.

IN OTHER NEWS:
Arni Nazarxon's protests still going on in Kheshkek

Dirkhizistan not really caring for "Nina" film

Nazarxon's supporters chant against the film "Nina" at Nazarxon's protests saying it "supports evil western dictatorship ideology"

Zaran planning on new constitution with leadership change

Leader Al-Zarie unbans opposition parties in Zaran

Grammr wtf is that

[Pantorrum]

Rezuan Media Fact Checked

Earier today, a well known and respected paper called the River Street Journal posted an article detailing several interesting things. Among these things was an article about the new film Nina, and it’s outrageous box office success. Another was about the Pantorran Elections fast approaching in June. And the one that we are most interested in today was the article about Peace in Eikangaard and Eucadea. The article, which we confirmed to be entirely true, came under scrutiny from a Rezuan Paper. No doubt, this comes as no surprise to many of our readers. The article was filled with what we’ve all come to know and hate, Rezuan Moralism with a little bit of self righteousness to add that bitter flavor they do love.

They attacked the story as false, doing the ‘Rezuan Shuffle’. For those of you who don’t know, that’s what we call it when the Rezuan Media and Government rearrange the words of a story to fit their narrative. We are here to set the record straight, to fact check what can only be described as a state sponsored media outlet. Although we’re sure they’ll deny that, another common trait among the Rezuan Media. Do not fear, our free press counterparts at the River Street Journal. We’ve got your back.

#1: “It hailed Pantorrum as the nation who authorized SC Resolution 55.” -False

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This claim is completely untrue. The article stated that Resolution 55 was “Pantorran Authored”, not authorized. There is a difference, and it’s disappointing to find the Rezuan Media is lacking in its vocabulary so much as to not know the difference.

#2: “They want all the credit, all the praise.” -Mostly False

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While it is true that the article sought to give credit to Pantorrum for authoring the Resolution, it did not seek to give credit to them for anything else. The credit they were referring to was never given, and in no place did the article say that Pantorrum was responsible for peace in Eikangaard or Eucadea. Therefor, this statement is mostly false. If they had said “they seek all the credit for writing the resolution”, only then would it be true. Unfortunately, Rezuan tunnel vision is a common problem it would seem.

#3: “...since Pantorrans have not supported Rezua in the war in the Bohin...” -True, but Misleading

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While it is in fact true that Pantorran forces offered no support to the Rezuan military during the war, neither did the Rezuan military off support to Pantorran forces. The statement is misleading, mostly because the Pantorran military and the Rezuan military were operating in different regions of the Bohin, in two far and completely opposite sides of the war. The never came into contact, and no channels of communication exist between our armed service and theirs. You cannot have cooperation when you are essentially fighting a different war, 900 miles away.

#4: “...then they brought up SC Resolution 57, claiming they fought long and hard with the Rezuan Delegation.” -False

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Not the article, nor Secretary Ross, ever made such a claim. In fact, our editors were at a loss for some time trying to find where they may have even gotten such an idea. Putting ourselves into as closed a mental state as possible, we began to see what they may have distorted. And that, of course, as Secretary Ross’ statement. The Secretary said “we fought long and hard to get a resolution passed to bring peace to Eikangaard.” She later said “the Rezuan Delegation was determined to get an outcome to benefit their favored faction...” and “despite their opposition, we were able to get a meaningful resolution passed.” Nowhere did the Secretary, or the article, claim to have fought with Rezua specifically over SC Resolution 57. It simply stated we fought with Rezua over resolutions which aimed to bring peace to Eikangaard. This includes Resolution 56, and article the two delegations did indeed come to words over.

#5: “..., Resolution 56, was also created by Pantorrum and called for USAPKs to be sent to Eikangaard, despite the fact that the sides were coming together to talk peace.” -Somewhat True

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It is true that we authored the resolution and that t aimed to deploy peacekeepers, but it is not true that the “sides were coming together.” Only 2 of three factions were coming to peace talks, while the other continued to rage war in the north.

#6: “As we can see, once put under a microscope, the Pantorran claims unravel like the lies they are.” -False, and ironic

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This ironic statement would perhaps be true if they had proven the article was lying. Unfortunately we proved they weren’t, and showed that the Rezuan Article was in fact the one being dishonest.
As we can see, once put under a microscope, the Rezuan claims unravel like the lies that are.

In Other News:
-Belantican Government dismisses USA Delegation, claims “no wrong doing” despite clear corporate corruption within their government.
-Boycott of Belantican Cars Grows despite Governments attempts to stop it, reaches 1.4 million signatories.
-Globatech Stock reaches new high, defying the collapsing global economy
-Parceans Inspired by Nina Islands, Growing Independence Movement
-President Pearce signs bill, officially recognizing the Nina Islands by the Pantorran Government
-Liquiplex requests new Refinery in Rhodevus
-Dynamo Industries launches new plane, the P-797 sets to the skies
-Pearce approval back to 39%
-Connolly progressing toward 60%
-Heavy Rains bring flooding to Orchard City
-PSEA launches long anticipated Deep Space 1, a satellite set to travel the solar system for scientific research. A 650 million dollar price tag comes with it.

[Librira]

Your Source for Local, National, and International news

Large military sale to EUSR

Libra
The Secretariat of Defense announced this week that a large military sale, one of the largest in Libriran history, would be made to the newly established EUSR. The deal, amounting to an estimated $4.2 billion NSD, or L$ 2.94 Billion Libfray. The deal consists of tanks, Anti-Air systems, and even ships. Boris Maristin, a military analyit commented on the sale; "This purchase represents a comprehensive military upgrade by the EUSR,and should dissuade any counter-revolutionaries from attempting to subdue the foundling socialist state". Alongside the sale the Commissar of the Army announced that Librira would be sending advisors with the new equipment to train the first EUSR troops on the equipment, which is newer and completely different from what they've been using. " we hope that this is the begging of a long lasting relationship between ourselves and the EUSR. We hope of course that they will never have to use these weapons, but if they do we know they will serve them well" Said the Commissar in an interview earlier today. The weapons have yet to be delivered, but the first delivery, believed to be consisting of either Tanks or Mobile SAM systems is expected to be dispatched before the end of the month.

Exchequer teases new banknotes

Nieper
The People's Exchequer revealed today at a ceremony in Nieper, just before the opening bell on the trading markets, one of the designs for the new Libfray notes. The new notes, Features the late Viktor Kalirin, who served as Premier from 1925-1935 leading the country through some economic troubles of its own in that era. The announcement caused much public excitement, though didn't effect the markets very much, perhaps luckily the steep drop in Syndicate bond values has stopped, and for now the market has stabilized, though at a lower point than it started. The Exchequer has said it will reveal a new note every few days until the official circulation date, which is slated to begin late April-early May, though it may take up to a year for the Arbel to be completely eliminated from common circulation. The Design has been popular on the internet, both due to the excitment around the new currency, and because of the design, the bill revealed, the L$100 Libfray note, is purple, a stark contrast to the gray the currently bathes Arbel notes, earning them the nickname 'Graybacks' not necessarily appreciatively. One online commented stated; "Finally someone breathed life in our money, now if only they could breath some life into my work uniform :/".

The new note

Mutiny aboard LNS Danaski Kapuran

Harbraskaya
Task Force A's uneventful trip home from their deployment home, was interrupted this evening when an attempted mutiny took place aboard the cruiser LNS Danaski Kapuran. Apparently after making a stop in Cote De Mayotte for fuel and some minor repairs, a group of sailors who work in the ships powerplant heard about the movie Nina as well as the attempted boarding of a Mayonne frigate. The men inspired both by the story to be told in the movie (which releases later this month) and by the college students, decided to try to enjoy the pirate life themselves. Wanting to be true Libriran pirates, they decided, perhaps after one to many drinks while ashore, to storm the armory and stage a Libriran style mutiny, like was done in the age of sail, when Libriran ships would sometimes defect from the navy to become pirates. They decided to storm the armory at around 5pm, themselves unarmed, their would-be mutiny was stopped fairly quickly as they got into and lost a brawl against the marines guarding the armory. No one was killed, though the mutineers suffered some light injuries. All the men, 6 in all were arrested and sent to the brig. An investigation is currently underway and will continue once the ship makes port in Harbraskaya tomorrow. Its expected at least the leader may face charges of mutiny which carry still penalties, though all could eventually be charged with the crime depending on the results of the investigation.

[Rhodevus]

Rhodevus’s Highly Controversial New Plan

Nobody knew it was coming, even those involved in the weekly meetings which had started in late August of 2014. A committee made up of representatives from every major political party in the country, as well as high ranking ministers in the military, education, health and medical services and multiple other fields had been sworn to secrecy about the events of the meetings, by Queen Diana Wolff herself. What has finally come out about these meetings surprised everyone.

“Rhodevus has maintained conscription throughout the nation since 1943. During the Second World War. That is 75 years of conscription. The military has shaped our everyday lives. Our educational system is based around the years of conscription. Job interviews, health services, government expenditures. All relate back to the military. Rhodevus has always been a peaceful country, and yet the military is a staple of our nation.” Queen Diana said in a press statement in front of the Imperial Palace.

“Every one of us that grew up in Rhodevus has had a hand in the military, whether that be through the military or diplomatic streams. All our children are raised, preparing for what they want to do in the military, just like how those in other countries prepare for what they want to do in university or college. In 2014, I had made it a personal goal to determine if it was possible to reshape our military and rules about conscription. And I fell deeper and deeper into that rabbit hole. 85% of our ambassadors, their staff and the Ministry of International Relations are those conscripted into the military, choosing the diplomatic stream. Large portions of engineers, medics, lawyers, cooks, labourers, cartographers working for the government are military conscripted or delayed conscripted. To even attempt to change this vital part of our life will take a long and equally hard look at all and every aspect of what we have come to know as Rhodevus.”

“Early last year, a law was passed to reduce the length of conscription. That is just one of many planned bills to eliminate conscription altogether from our country. I won’t pretend that this will be a quick or an easy change, but it will be a beneficial one.”

The queen’s speech and further statements has brought on quite a lot of outrage from the public as well as those in the media, and even in the government ranks themselves.

“I was in the military, my parents and their parents before them were in the military. My son is preparing to go into the diplomatic stream. This isn’t just a culture of war. This is a way of life. Shrink the army, but conscription in Rhodevus is about so much more than that. I would think someone who had served would understand that.” Said major critic of the decision, Maya Wilsher, Chief Executive of the Bravo News Network.

Even with heavy criticism, the plans still seem to be moving forward, with a 25 year plan made to reduce the military and then end conscription altogether.

In Other News:

-Operation Flying Peak has begun in Bohin controlled Molenston

-Protests over Bill R-1941; to expand exemption rulings, scheduled to take place in Port Joy, Quiniac City, Acadia and Belvin as well as Kingstown

[Sunrisia]

Sunrisia And Layfet Sign Compact Of Defense Association

President Dêc Grétân has gone on his only planned foreign trip so far. Like his predecessor President Nóv Fáustîtár, the incumbent President prefers to invite foreign guests over to Sunrisia to engage in relation-building and treaty signing, but this time the situation was different. President Grétân is in Layfet, where the Sunrisian leader and the head of the government of Layfet – Executive Minister Susan Polster, had signed the Sunrisia–Layfet Compact of Defense Association. It is a military alliance and mutual defense treaty that has been in negotiation for a while and serves as a replacement for the Sunrisia–Layfet Compact of Naval Association. The new agreement expands on the previous treaty and rather than obliging Sunrisia to provide mostly naval defense to Layfet, it builds up towards greater responsibilities for the overall security of Layfet. The signing ceremony for the Compact of Defense Association took place in Nordipolica, Layfet, which is the nation’s capital. After signatories were placed by the Sunrisian President and the Layfetian Executive Minister, President Grétân left Layfetians with these words:

“Madam Executive Minister, Dear Layfetians,

I think it is only appropriate that the signing of this agreement has taken place here in Layfet. It holds symbolic value, because this treaty concerns the defense and security of this very land we stand on today. The fact that I am here in Nordipolica, rather that Madam Executive Minister being in Aestin, shows that Sunrisia is prepared to come from overseas and stand by you when you need us. We appreciate the active initiative the Layfetian people have been taking in an attempt to build relations with the Sunrisian people. I adore the sight of the Layfet–Sunrisia Friendship Garden not only as something beautiful and a work of art, but also as a physical symbol of something special. Mother Nature and natural beauty is where harmony, positive energy and peace come from and to have a structure like a beautiful garden represent a prosperous bilateral relationship between 2 nations, personally warms my soul.

The world today still has its dangers and forces of darkness to battle and overcome. Apart from terror, rogue states and internal crises within nations, we have seen a realistic decrease of democracies and representative leaderships chosen by citizens, the true authority and foundation of any society. We have seen an increase in the types of leaderships that represent various branches of autocracy, even if they like to imitate a just system and have an exterior of liberty. It kind of looks like coming a full circle and moving back towards old-fashioned tyranny that should be left in the past as part of history and certain periods of time. This trend represents a devolution, rather than an evolution. Layfet is a country that continues to prosper and develop along a democratic path, which we deeply respect. The nation has chosen a foundation based on freedom, happiness and a bright future. We respect this foundation and are happy to help Layfetians uphold it for generations to come. Great things are ahead of the free world, because liberty is the basis for human development, innovation, growth and so much more, and that is only the external layer.

I and my administration believe that the fact that Layfet is a Commonwealth country, is irrelevant. Minister of Security Armăs Fórtídâ and myself agree that not every country needs to choose the path of MDAA to be Sunrisia’s friend. We have built many great relationships outside the military blocs or intergovernmental organizations we participate in, which we reasonably keep to a handful. We believe that the exclusively bilateral Compact of Defense Association can create just as a strong of a partnership. Not only will this ensure the security of Layfet’s democracy, but will hopefully result in a positive contribution to the greater security of Ventismar as well. We have built equally close partnerships with individual VU states, all of which adjust with a greater cause of ensuring the defense of peace and further prosperity on Ventismar, a part of the world which we share many universal values with.

Greater things await the people of all our countries and hopefully the world, if we ignore the smearing of the honorable paths that we have chosen, as well as not surrender to the cynical politics based solely on political, economic and other kinds of interests, whether national or individual. Remember, no matter what part of the hierarchical latter you are on or are aiming for, you are still human first of all, just like everyone else around you. Work to make the term “human” be associated with positive and only the positive. Remember that all of us are here to make this world a better place than the world we have found at birth.

Thank you very much.”

When President Dêc Grétân returns to Sunrisia, it will be the job of the Sunrisian Convet to ratify the Sunrisia–Layfet Compact of Defense Association. Only when the legislatures of both Layfet and Sunrisia ratify the treaty, can the agreement then go into force. Press representatives for the administration have stated that it would be the first thing done once the President returns to Sunrisia.

[Eikangaard]

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Republic Faces Energy Shortage

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Following the end of hostilities in the Eikan Civil War, an unforeseen issue has cropped up in the Republic of Eikangaard. Namely, just keeping the lights on. In the cold climate of Eikangaard, despite the approach of summer, this situation can be lethal to normal citizens if they cannot leave their homes. What has caused this situation is a question that's been on everybody's mind since the issue was first reported and the lights went out in Nentergaad for two hours last night. Simply put, most of Eikangaard's electricity came from geothermal plants in the north. The same north now being occupied by the Eikangaard United Socialist Republics.

So far calls by the Republics for the EUSR to resume production of power to power their cities, the Northerners have so far been reluctant to permit the transfer of energy. They have nonetheless supplied a price-tag for their assistance, which has yet to be released to the public. So far talks have hit a brick wall, and from the looks of things, has also stalled talks to have the Confederation of Eikangaard to represent all three nations in the United Sunalayan Assembly.

Only time will tell how this situation will resolve.

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Huge Lithium Deposit Found in EUSR

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Following a lead from a geological survey conducted two years ago, officials from the United Socialist Republics Geologies Department has uncovered the presence of a massive lithium deposit under Lake Aalkeira. The frozen lake in the north, once considered unremarkable, now promises to provide a substantial boost to the EUSR economy. Already the United Socialist Republics Office of Resourcing has drawn up proposals on how to extract this lithium. But one question still remains, what will the EUSR do with this newfound resource?

While the Socialist Republics has been understandably tight-lipped about its plans to develop this resource, most experts agree that there are likely two likely ways to go about it. The first is to mine out the resource and export it abroad, and allow the EUSR to supply the growing demand for lithium in the production of batteries. The other is to cut out the middle-man and supply the lithium to their own production facilities, to produce batteries and other products that are dependent on lithium for their functioning. Either way, should the EUSR negotiate greater trade deals, this discovery could place them as being a major player in the global tech economy. So far, the ESUR seems poised to capitalize on this discovery to establish their economy.

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Skeid Drops Amid Concerns of Second War and Failing Royal Union Economy

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The Skeid, the national currency of all member-states of the Confederation of Eikangaard has been dropping steadily and considerably. Some have blamed this drop on the failing global economy, however the situation is far more likely to originate with than from without. The most likely problems is international concerns over the potential for another war to erupt on the island and the currently and rapidly tanking Royal Union Economy. Due to the lack of industrial base in the Royal Union and with no way for them supply even their own people with a stable income let alone export abroad. Already, plans are in place for both the EUSR and the Republic to replace the Skeid in their economies with more stable currencies. As for the Royal Union, many believe that their economy is currently unsalvageable, and that the downturn is only going to get worse.

[Belantica]

Police Beginning Crackdowns On Illegal Organizations, Including Foreign Groups

In the past few, security concerns have arisen over organizations that are operating illegally within the United Queendoms. many of these groups, both domestic and foreign, have known to repeatably violate laws set in place within the nation, and for the longest time, were generally ignored. However, with the recent unrest in the capital, many police agencies are taking initiative under the protection of the State Security Act to shut down these organizations deemed illegal under various laws. Most predominantly, the People's Liberation Front, or PLF, is one such group on the government's radar, for not only committing several acts of terrorism by planting bombs on commuter trains and buses during the mid 2000's, but also for sponsoring the failed assassination attempt on Queen Karen, in addition to possibly being a factor in the recent Center City riots. But it's known that the government has been pursuing the PLF for quite some time, and getting more aggressive on the group after the failed assassination. In recent months, police have forced the group to be effectively on the run, disorganized, and weakening, with many speculating that the group will dissolve. In addition, the government wishes to stop any further terrorist action from other radical groups.

In addition, the police are also beginning to crack down on foreign political groups operating in Belantica. Under the Foreign Influence Protection Act, it is illegal for foreign political entities to spread their agenda, influence, and partake in domestic politics while in Belantica. In recent years, a few of these foreign groups have attempted to spread their influence more often than before, which has left many concerned regarding political integrity within the nation. Due to recent accusations of internal corrupt by, interestingly enough, outside of Belantica, the government wants to find any possible hint of corruption, and so far, many hints seemed to be pointing towards this. "Our politics is exactly that, ours," said one person, who is a self-declared nationalist, "I do not believe that we should let our politics and government be sellouts to these outside forces that only wish to use us as their puppet, or pawns, or workforce. Sadly, I think it seeped in slowly over time, and that now, some folks within our government are taking the step to make the rats who are sellouts to foreign groups jump ship, and replaced with people who genuinely have our, the Belantic people's interest, in mind, not some foreign agenda trying to make us part of a global state." Police officials say that they will begin to track down key foreign political groups, and put an end to outside meddling in affairs.

In Other News
- CSC Wilkes: "The claims that were made by Pantorrum about corruption within the Belantic system have no basis to them, therefore it should be treated as nothing more than a smear campaign"
-Eikangaardi confederation already running into energy and economic issues, in addition to the EUSR discovering a large deposit of lithium
-Poll: 76% of Belanticans are in favor of the monarchy "It delivers a stronger sense of security, unity, and efficiency" said one supporter
-Many of Belantica's biggest names in the auto industry head to Seestadt, some to unveil new production and concept vehicles
-MC Guch and DJ West to release new hip-hop album "We be Flexin" both in physical and digital formats, including vinyl
-Debate on conscription in Rhodevus, which hints at the topic of that in Belantica

[Tol Eresea]

"Government to Ramp Up Tourism Campaign"

The Government of Tol Eresea has made a made a promise to ramp up on tourism campaigning in the second half of 2018 to boost the Tol Eresean economy.

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The Írënerasë, Tol Eresea's national parliament, has voted to support a major ramp up on tourism campaigning in the second half of 2018 in an attempt to boost the Tol Eresean economy which has stagnated greatly over the past 8 months. The campaign, known as órëlya ványa ostavos - explore a new world - is expected to kick off sometime in late June or early July.

The campaign is expected to include TV commercials and internet adverts in countries across the world. So far the government has not announced where these adverts will be targeted at. It is expected that these adverts will focus on the unique cultural experience tourists can find in Tol Eresea. They are expected to showcase the unique landscapes, cultural practices and wide range of things tourists can do.

The Írënerasë is also working with Tol Eresea's flag carrier, Air Tol Eresea, on making promotional flights during the campaign which is expected to last until January of 2019. If successful in these negotiations it could help convince many families and other tourists to visit Tol Eresea this year.

Many businesses are also working on preparing promotions for the second half of the year. One such business, the largest theme park in Tol Eresea, Caxëya Éxos has stated that they will be doing many deals on ticket prices during the tourism campaign to allow visitors to the park to enjoy their stay at cheaper prices.

Concerns about the language barrier is also been addressed by many business owners, with many businesses putting up signs in English to allow tourists who speak English to understand their surroundings more easily due to the lack of Tol Eresean being taught abroad. Caxëya Éxos says they have several employees who are fluent in English, French and German and are available to help guests if needed during their visit.

[Rhodevus]

42nd Annual Foresting Competition

Even with the ground still hard with ice and snow on the ground in most of Northern Rhodevus, the Foresting Competition is still set to start this Monday, April 16. The competition has become a hallmark of environmental practices as well as keeping deforestation on the minds of everyone around the country.

Starting in 1976, the Foresting Competition began as an event between the University of Flowers (U of F) in the Ile du Fleurs, the Yztal Institute of Technology (YTech) in Kingstown, Yztal and the University of Brevin (U of B) in Brevin, Wyle in order to raise awareness of Rhodevus’s quick deforestation, which had left large portions of the country’s old growth forests completely bare. That first year saw a week of tree planting by groups of students between their classes with 1,600 trees planted during the event. U of F was crowned that year’s winner and the competition has become a well-known university staple ever since.

The Foresting Competition has grown considerably from these 3 school to include 6 more from around Rhodevus; University of Kahala (KaHa) in 1978, Acadia University (AU) in 1980, The Acadian Military College in 1984, University of Kingstown (U of K) in 1989, Violet Parr Polytechnic University (Varr Parr) in 1991 and the University of Cundas (U of C) in 2001. It has also partnered with 4 universities from Tol Eresea. University of Taurë in 1980, University of Ványa Aleáva in 1987, University of Avallónë in 1999 and the University of Vánëná Exos in 2017.

Universities have begun receiving endorsements by well-known brands and companies, including Rocs, Solar International and Civica Co to name a few.

This year, the prize for the school whom have planted the most trees, includes 500 Rhodes (~1,000 NSD) per planter (with 200 trees planted) as well as a grand prize of 25,000 Rhodes (~50,000 NSD) for the person who planted the most trees that week. The university itself will also receive the trophy, to be held for that year, as well as 300,000 Rhodes (~700,000 NSD) to be used for environmental research and programs.

Last year saw a massive 1.1 million trees planted in Rhodevus and Tol Eresea in that single week, with KaHa planting the most. This year, the goal is to plant 1.5 million trees.

[Dirkhizistan]

Anti-government protests in Kheshkek continue, start to get violent

Abdullaev Square, Kheshkek

Today the protests led by Arni Nazarxon have grown to over 900,000 members and counting and are starting to get violent in some places, including places like Abdullaev Square and the Capital Building where they started burning things like cars, trashcans, and Dirkhiz flags, and over 30 police officers were reported injured. The Kheskek Metro Police have called backup from the Dirkhiz Federal Army to assist in controlling the crowds. The protests, led by Political Activist Arni Nazarxon, have been calling for an end to Mugharz's regime and a change to a religious nation and an end to suppression of Islamic religion is a muslim-majority nation. Some police officers and even soldiers had shown support for the protests by resigning and joining the protests, nearly 760 police have joined in the protests. President Mugharz said the protests will not change the government and will continue it's policies on islam and keeping radical islam from growing in the country. The protests are also against Dirkhizistan's overthrowing of pro-terrorist Zarani dictator Al-Kalora and support for secularist Al-Zarie who supports Tsirashan jews in Zaran. Dirkhiz officials have begun an emergency meeting in Kheshkek about the seriousness of the protests, that, won't ever seem to stop growing in size and violence. Fears of another, more powerful coup attempt are surrounding Mugharz now.

IN OTHER NEWS:
3 tourists killed by radicals on tour bus in Muhammakek

Al-Zarie and others to begin writing new constitution for Zaran within a week

Deal on Tsirasha made: autonomy given to Tsirasha, and more regional seats in Zarani parliament

Arni Nazarxon says the protests will reach 1 million by tommorow

Belantica to crack down on illegal organizations

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[Tol Eresea]

"Film Breaks National Box Office Records On Opening Day"

The new film, titled Inári avo Átyáriús (Portal from Oblivion) has broken national box office records on it's opening day today in Tol Eresea, the 13th of April.

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Protests in Kheshkek Beginning to Get Violent

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The new fantasy film directed and written by Cornënér Curulírëquen has broken box office records today with ticket with 119,119,282 Cëllíns worth in profits made in sales today. This surpassed the previous record holder in Tol Eresea, Vánëná Coványa (First Light), a horror film which was released in 2009.

Portal From Oblivion, a fantasy film set in modern day Tol Eresea and partially in Engleberg, revolves around an underground and highly secretive magical society known as i yaramaccái (the knowers/seers). For centuries they have practised magic and collected any artefact or knowledge pertaining to magic with the aims of opening up a portal to the realm of Átyáriús - which they believe to be the source of magic.

In the Tol Eresean indigenous religion Átyáriús is the realm of the god Átyar, the forgotten one. The knowers believe that the priests have gotten him wrong and that he is a helpful deity - one who has created magic to help mankind, but out of their fear of this power they have purged his worship, and have made him forgotten.

By the middle of the film the knowers have opened a portal to Átyáriús, unknowingly allowing great evil into the world of mankind. This portal is opened above the nation of Engleberg. A great battle then ensues between the knowers, the forces of Átyar and the Englean military. Critics have called the film an example of "Tol Eresean Cinema, and what other film makers from the nation should aspire to."

The film is expected to open world-wide next week.

[Engleberg]

Kaiserreich Declares Total Self-Sufficiency, Thanks to "Portal" Opened Above the Haldemar Archipel; Eucadean Empire Re-Established Under Englean Protection


Z-76 Class Zeppelin Z-77 Appearing out of the "Portal," with Various Great War Fighters

Reichsprovinz Haldemar Archipel, Englean Kaiserreich -- In a surprising turn of events this week, the Englean Kaiserreich has now become totally self-sustained and militarily dominant. The Kaiser today appeared in the capital dressed in a uniform never before seen flanked by both Reichskanzler von Kluge and Reichsmarschall Caridan, and various solders in what appeared to be futuristic uniforms. Flags were draped across the city centre, and above the Weltgebäude was a large zeppelin with historical Great War livery. It was a dark grey, with early Luftstreitkräfte roundels along with identification letters stating "Z-77." His Imperial Majesty stood at a podium before an audience of soldiers and citizens, and stated (speech edited and translated for readers):

"Citizens of the Englean Kaiserreich, I come before you as your emperor to bring about great news for our nation. He has blessed us all today with a magnificent gift, one that has allowed the Kaiserreich to become something never seen in history - a completely self-sufficient empire with technology from multiple dimensions. Three days ago, our forces in the Haldemar Archipel were undergoing a routine training exercise when the unthinkable happened. I am sure you have seen the pictures already, but a large 'portal' appeared over the Kaiserliche-Marine's 3rd Fleet...As the SMS Lüderitz reported the strange situation, the shape of an Englean zeppelin began to exit the 'portal.' The Lüderitz stated that the zeppelin bore markings from the Great War, and had the identification 'Z-77.' Those familiar with our history would realise this airship disappeared in 1915, and no trace was discovered...The zeppelin was successfully secured in Kreil, and the crew has been investigated and are now being acclimated with the 21st century...Many hours passed, with various objects passing through the 'portal' including; Great War fighters...flying saucers with Englean roundels, large crafts with unknown technology...and a starship...The Oberkommando der Wehrmacht was successful in cementing relations with an alternate dimension Kaiserreich, one from a world in which technology was so advanced the Kaiserreich was capable of dominating the entirety of Sunalaya and surrounding planets. These soldiers with me today are examples of technology discovered, for they are androids from the alternate year 1967. It would appear that the alternate Kaiserreich holds our beliefs, for these androids are loyal to the House of Hohenzern and the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht. The large crafts mentioned included large hovercraft-like 'airships,' consisting of large weaponry...they were practically floating cities. With these vessels and 'flying saucer' technology, we have secured the Eucadean Empire under Englean protection and the treacherous instigators of the Eucadean Civil War have been apprehended, and the USA has been swiftly swept aside....On a final note, the Kaiserreich is now possessive of replication technology which permits the creation of any object. This technology has been used to create weapons based off of alternate dimensional weaponry and production facilities, therefore permitting the Kaiserreich to be 100% self-sustained. The Wehrmacht has been boosted to nearly 10,000,000 personnel, which allows our nation to finally be secure from the threats of communism and those who oppose us at every step...Citizens of the Kaiserreich, we have finally reached the time we have all awaited for so long. Today marks the beginning of an Englean Sunalaya, where no man will be oppressed by the scourge of communism or enslaved by the republican plague that envelops former great nations. The Eagle shall rise and wrap all under its wings, with us Engleans as its talons. People of the Kaiserreich, we shall teach this world the true nature of the Englean!"

As it was not stated in the speech, the "replication technology" was discovered on board a starship which crashed in Prussia three days ago. The ship appeared through the portal above the Haldemar Archipelago, heavily damaged. It was determined through the ship's log and from the crew that the vessel was in a battle with the "Rhodeve Interplanetary Commonwealth" and was hit by a torpedo in the engine compartment. The vessel was identified as an "Adler Class" cruiser, the SMS Turmfalke, from 2248. On board was the crew of the Englean Kaiserreich, both humans and another species. The identification of the species is still classified, but it was confirmed to be a humanoid type. Much of the technology on board was alien to the investigators, including the engine of the vessel. According to the first officer of the vessel, it was capable of "warp 5." It is unknown how fast this is at this time. A cloaking device was discovered as well, being capable of making the vessel disappear completely. Further information about the vessel is unknown, and the site is still not accessible to anyone under the correct clearance given by the Oberkommando der Wehrmacht.

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"Adler Class" Crashing, Declassified Photo

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[Seguia]

EL MENSAJERO DE ENCORAZ


Colonial Minister Rafael De Bella orders boost in troop count across Colony of Nortezíamban

Seguian Border Guard near Nortezíamban's southern border.

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Seguia's Colonial Minister, Rafael De Bella, has ordered that the colonial troop count be doubled in Nortezíamban. The plan is to increase the amount of troops in the colony from 2,000 to 4,000 by mid 2019. De Bella says the operation will not begin until May, and he also stated that multiple new border patrols will be deployed along with a two new military outposts near the border. He also says he will begin working with the Seguian Defense Forces to get patrol boats deployed around the peninsula.

He says the boost will be there due to the Organización Global de Liberación Colonial(OGLC)'s activity increasing in the colony. The OGLC has been dormant in the colony for the past 6 years, and so the amount of defenses in the colony was reduced greatly since then. However, OGLC leader Nambo Zafa-Bertez says that Nortezíamban is one of the most important areas for the OGLC and that the OGLC's Ziambani and Arab leaders, Pedro Raul Chuku and Abdullah Al-Raed, will soon launch a new effort to "liberate" Nortezíamban and increase the push for the OGLC's final goal of the Socialist Federation Of Ziamban.

So far, the Norteziambano population has began to resist the order by protesting it. Multiple protesters have said that the Seguian Government will turn Norteziamban into a prison by 2020. There have also been protests in the Seguian mainland, saying that the Seguian Government will try to reinstate Separación Verdad if they get the chance. The government has denied all those claims, saying it for the protection of Norteziambanos.

In other news:
-Senator Jose Castillo asks the The Senate to investigate Prime Minister Marquez.
-The new problem of Dirkhizistan, and how it will effect Seguia.
-Seguia forms it's basketball league.

[Tol Eresea]

"Nation Left In Shock After Death of Star Soccer Player"

The family of Rosso Lámaquen has released a statement today announcing the death of the 23 year old star athlete to the shock of his fans around the nation.

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The star Forward man for FC Éryá committed suicide late in the evening on Thursday night the statement said. The family stated that Lámaquen had been battling with severe depression for some time before taking his own life.

The family has urged anyone who is feeling depressed or suicidal to speak to someone about it, that you are never alone and that there is help out there for you. Lámaquen's wife, Fairenis Lámaquen who recently gave birth to the couple's first child, stated she will be starting a charity for young adults suffering from depression.

Fans from across the nation have begun to express their grief at the loss of the athlete who has gained popularity. Lámaquen frequently spoke about his battle with depression became an icon for many. #StandWithLámaquen has begun to trend on popular social media websites such as Íra Lavinya and Accyora tenní Axis in Tol Eresea.

Fans of the athlete have begun to post messages of remembrance and support to his family, and discussion on depression and suicide have been brought to the front of every Tol Eresean's mind. People are beginning to ask whether the government is doing enough for Mental Health in the nation.

Out of respect for Lámaquen, FC Éryá's next game against FC Órvar on the 17th has been rescheduled to a later date.

[Dirkhizistan]

Coup threats successfully oust Mugharz after days of protests, Coup leaders make Nazarxon leader of new Islamic Republic

Flag of the Islamic Republic of Dirkhizistan

Today is a major day for Dirkhizistan, as many Generals who support the protests against Mugharz threatened a enormous coup and surrounded the capital building alongside protesters, the coup leader, General Abdul Azizev said that they support a Islamic Republic led by Arni Nazarxon. Arni Nazarxon is the leader of the Islamic Party of Dirkhizistan, a party that supports religious law and led the anti-secularism and anti-war in Zaran protests over the past week, as the protests numbers reached over 1.4 Million protesters, Azizev said that he "saw the people were no longer happy and Mugharz must be overthrown and Arni must rule". After they surrounded the capital with military forces they ordered Mugharz to accept the demands and resign or else he and the government will be killed. Mugharz stepped down around noon today and was ordered to leave the country immediately, Mugharz now left to the Republic of Sinyrus in Ventismar, along with many government officials such as Defense Minister Kimzov and many members of the Conservative Party, Democratic Socialist, Dirkhiz Communist Party, and the Hudahstani Party. The new leader of Dirkhizistan is currently General Azizev, but Azizev says he is just here during the transition of power to Arni Nazarxon, to become the leader of the new, Islamic Republic of Dirkhizistan. Many Dirkhiz citizens are concerned, mostly those who fear that Islamic law will oppress them and that democracy will die in Dirkhizistan, but many others are very eager for the change. Other government buildings have been taken over by "revolutionaries", Dirkhiz soldiers in support of the Islamic Republic. Nazarxon also supports many radical terrorists in Zaran who still occupy small parts of land after the fall of Al-Kalora's government and rebirth of Democracy in Zaran, many Dirkhiz soldiers are there assisting the new government, which is still forming it's constitution, Arni called soldiers in Zaran traitors and may abandon the nearly 15,000 Dirkhiz soldiers still ordered to be in Zaran. The new Islamic Republic's laws will be based on the Quran, said Arni Nazarxon, and will be ruled by religious leaders, but will still have a President and a parliament to work with other parts of government. But the new government still has to capture many that they call "evil b*^#%s of the west". Mugharz and Zarani President Al-Zarie are to make statements soon about the new, dangerous change to Dirkhizistan.

Arni Nazarxon greeted by crowd of supporters after the fall of the Mugharz regime

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