The Western Isles News

[Shanowinn]

June 10, 2017
T3 - The Termon Telegraph
Termon, Shanowinn

Firefight, Panic Outside Damhford Courthouse - Convicted Soldiers Reportedly Executed

National Ahernric Police Service personnel respond in Damhford.

It appears that in the wake of Ahern NaAchill's demands for the execution of convicted army Corporals Pendry and Breen, the National Ahernric Police force has carried out the deed. Witnesses, many of who were walking down the busy street to work, claim that there was a commotion outside of the courthouse. One witness, told the Telegraph that National Ahernric Police Service personnel were coercing Corporal Ariana Pendry and Dermot Breen towards the nearby street corner.

Another witness (both remain anonymous) reports that they heard shouting on a loudspeaker once the two prisoners were brought to the corner, and traffic stalled in the intersection and on the street outside the courthouse. According to the witness, one of the NAPS officers stood on top of one of their military style vehicles and read out the two army prisoners' sentencing. "He read out a list of [Pendry and Breen's] crimes," claimed the witness, "after each one he said they were guilty. He said that 'by order of the Ahern, they were sentenced to execution.'"

Stunned witnesses in the surrounding crowds report hearing two gunshots, and seeing the bodies of both convicted Corporals fall into the street near the sidewalk. However there was mass panic as more gunfire ensued. An unknown number of gunmen--Highland terrorists--started to fire on the NAPS forces from buildings and the street level. These first shots were fired around 8:50 AM, and authorities declared the scene safe again by approximately 9:30 AM. During the course of the battle, several National Police personnel were struck by hostile fire. They have since recovered the bodies of a host of Highland terrorists, and are searching for at least two more based on reported blood trails.

The bodies of both Corporals could not be found after 9:30 AM, and they were no longer where witnesses believed them to have been laying. There is no witness testimony on the disappearance of the bodies, due to the confusion. It is also unclear if the extremist insurgent attack was directly linked to the case of Pendry and Breen, or if it was opportunistic. However, authorities are hunting down those responsible, and making sure that such terror doesn't affect the Owinn people of Damhford again.

[Verona Beach]

A partial view of the Ward of Victoria. The Regulars' Assembly can be seen in the foreground.
Renovations of Regulars' Assembly Begin After New Budget Bill Passes

Verona Beach- The earthmovers shuttered to life yesterday as renovations began on the nation's legislation hall, the Regulars' Assembly. Construction began after a budge passed by the Regulars last week, calling for renovations to the building. A terrorist attack to the building in 2015 caused major damage, some of it only being repaired temporarily. The repairs being conducted now are the permanent replacements to the temporary fixes and updates to the aging systems of the 1980s-built facility. The Regulars are now in recess until repairs allow them to conduct sessions, however, emergency meetings can be called at any time if needed. People across Verona Beach are hailing the move, as it allows the country to be more prestigious. "It's embarassing that our Parliament building, basically, uses bathroom plumbing and copper wires from 30 years ago. We're a modern country, and our government buildings especially should reflect that," said Chief Minister Roland Markwardt at a press conference. The bill passed his desk without veto.

6/10/17

[Tectonix]

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POLITICS: West Suomi and Tectonix Establish Firm Ties in Diplomacy and Economy
Winston Gorgovin, The Stellanova Times | June 10 2017

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Valdr Maxwell and West Suomian Ambassador Laura Forster walk together in Stellanova City.

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- (Stellanova City, Tectonix) West Suomi Ambassador Laura Forster has finally returned to her country after a calm few days in the Valdrian Estate with Valdr Maxwell. Government officials and Congress both applauded the 'Tectonix-West Suomi Accords' submitted by Valdr Maxwell upon the completion of his meeting with the ambassador, and it is already being fast-tracked through Congress.

The TWS Accords, as they are better known, are a series of laws that our two nations have agreed to. Along with the mutual establishment of embassies, the Tectonixian Armed Command will now conduct annual joint military trainings with the West Suomian armed forces for timely preparedness and mutual defence.

Along with this, a bold new economic plan has been proposed. Due to both Tectonix and West Suomi being CU member states, they are incredibly tightly-knit and powerhouse economies through the agreement of free trade and freedom of movement. However, the 'Kavju Free Trade Agreement' seeks to expand that free trade from just Tectonix and West Suomi through the CU to the two other Kavju Sea nations, namely Jypan and New Aapelistan. No comment yet from either of their governments over whether they'd be willing to participate in such a landmark agreement, though we will find out soon enough.

Senate Majority Leader Grassley heralded the Valdr as a 'strong deal-maker' and that the TWS Accords will bring us 'boundless prosperity and growth.' However, not everyone was convinced. The following is a statement by Assembly Minority Leader, Chloe Gutierrez:

The Valdr continues his unilateral saga of boundless globalism and job destruction once more, this time with West Suomi. I am disgusted by how little the man who claims to care about us actually pays attention to the jobs disappearing left and right with these disastrous free trade agreements. And now, he wants another, this time with a communist nation!? This is utter nonsense, and my party will do everything it can to ensure that the Valdr is kept in check.

Assemblywoman Gutierrez made the same statement on the floor of the National Assembly, but was met with much debate and criticism from those on the other side of the aisle.

[West Suomi]

11 June 2017
Blue Waters, West Suomi

Laura Forster returns from Tectonix, new diplomatic and economic ties established

Earlier today, Laura Forster landed in Blue Waters after she flew to Tectonix to have a meeting with leader of Tectonix, Valdr Maxwell.

It was discussed in the meeting that Suomi and Tectonix will have annual joint military exercises, to increase defence between the two, and along with that, embassies are planned to be constructed.

The highlight of the meeting, the 'Kavju Trade Agreement' aims to increase trade between all the nations in the Kavju Sea, namely Jypan and New Aapelistan, as Tectonix and Suomi are both in the CU so they already have similar economies and free trade.

It is unclear what New Aapelistan and Jypan think of the agreement, as neither of them have responded to it.

Storm ravages through Kasu, no incidents yet



As a strong storm ravages through Kasu, it seems that the residents of Kasu paid good attention to
the SWS' warning of the storm. No incidents have occurred yet, but the mayor of Kasu, Martin Smith, believes it is only a matter of time before an incident occurs.

The storm has brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to Kasu, and is only expected to leave Kasu on Tuesday, where it will travel to Moines and Blue Waters.


Blue Waters
Sunny & Windy

High: 28C
Low: 13C
Chance of precipitation: 21%
Wind speed: 34 Kn/h

Kasu
Thundershowers & Strong Winds

High: 22C
Low: 14C
Chance of precipitation: 100%
Wind speed: 63 Km/h

New Des Moines
Partly Cloudy

High: 27C
Low: 18C
Chance of precipitation: 19%
Wind speed: 31 Km/h

That's all for the news today, tune in soon for more news on West Suomi and The Western Isles.
Stay safe and enjoy the rest of your day.

Article written by Kai Coates

[Samudera]

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STORM WARNING ALL OVER THE EASTERN ISLANDS
BRACE YOURSELVES

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Storm hitting Matabaja

WEATHER
FORECAST

• BHINNEKA, SCR
  27°C, Cloudy ⛅
• MUNTOK, NS
  29°C, Clear ☀
• REMBULAN, PE
  26°C, Raining ☔
• SRIPURA, SU
  25°C, Raining ☔
• MATABAJA, SU
  21°C, Storm

MATABAJA, Antana News Agency - The eastern islands of the country can look forward to a stormy Sunday evening, especially major city Sripura and Simposium. Meteorological institute BMKG issued a code yellow storm warning covering the entire Samudera. The institute warns of strong winds, lightning, hail and large amounts of rain falling in a short time.
The storms will leave the country in a north direction by next morning, the BMKG expects. Until then the eastern islands residents can look forward to winds between 60 and 70 kilometers per hour and up to 20 mm of rain falling in a short period of time.
"Traffic and outside activities may be hindered. Avoid open water and open areas, do not shelter under trees. Follow weather reports and warnings", the BMKG advises.

[Tectonix]

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BREAKING NEWS: Valdr Maxwell Leaves for San Jimenez
Winston Gorgovin, The Stellanova Times | June 11 2017

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Valdr Maxwell pokes his head out of Caelum Zero before leaving Gallini Intercontinental Airport for San Jimenez.

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- (Stellanova City, Tectonix) After a widely successful state visit with the West Suomi ambassador, Valdr Alexander Maxwell has now left Tectonix for San Jimenez. He is expected to arrive in Gran Teran tomorrow.

The state trip to a firmly theocratic nation has been met with derision and scorn across the capital, with even Senate Majority Leader Grassley stating it was "disturbing" and a "departure from Tectonixian diplomatic tradition." National Assembly Minority Leader Gutierrez was even more biting, releasing the following statement:

Once again, we see the Valdr engaging in thoroughly repulsive and un-Tectonixian acts yet again, this time visiting a theocratic regime that we let enter the Cooperative Union. We can read the Gran Teran Gazette here: no one in that religious pit of depravity wants some secularist to come barging in, and especially not the man who ordered the investigation into San Jimenez's admission into the CU in the first place. I've already introduced a resolution to condemn San Jimenez for their state-sanctioned oppression of the nonreligious into the National Assembly; a little piece of 'reform' paper doesn't change any of the core tenets of a country, and President Canone should know that. Shameful, truly shameful.

In response to this, the Office of the Valdr released the following statement on the webpage of the State Department:

Valdr Maxwell will be leaving soon for Gran Teran, San Jimenez, to meet with their head of state, President Canone. Although it cannot be denied that Tectonix was indeed suspicious of San Jimenez's admission into the Cooperative Union, it being a theocratic republic and all, but since then, we have been well-aware of their brave efforts to reform themselves for the better. As a secular nation, we Tectonixians pride ourselves of not requiring religious doctrines to define our morals — now is the chance to showcase this to the world, and better yet, a theocracy. We have the chance to show to them that we don't need a Bible or Quran to lead good, ethical, productive lives, and we are stronger together because of it. We wish the Valdr luck, and we thank the dozens of government employees who helped along the way.

This message of 'Let's Show Them our Non-Religious Morals!" seems to have really stuck with a large portion of Tectonixians, with 62% strongly supporting the Valdr's trip abroad, according to a Stellanova Times/Verano Daily poll. The opposition in Congress may cry foul, but the people have spoken, and we wish the Valdr luck in his trip.

[Shanowinn]

June 11, 2017

Bloody Sunday Massacre! Ahernric Police Kills 16 Innocent Highlanders in Damhford!


Innocent Highlanders, shot by Ahernric Police on Saturday

The barbarism of the Ahernrics continues still, as this Saturday June 10 became a day of death and chaos in Damhford. It seems to be all too regular, the National Ahernric Police Service or other lowlanders slaughtering the Highland people. It is pure terrorism--we've applied that word to them repeatedly, but there is no other word which could describe their evil actions.

The lowland media has slithered through the issue, but we can describe it to you in all its horror. We can also display a photograph, snuck to us from a source in Damhford, showing the bloody bodies of just a few innocent victims. First, the NAPS terrorists made a scene in which they executed two Owinn Army soldiers for "treason"--in fact their only real charge was fraternizing with some of our Highland fighters. They felt no ill-will against us, but were thrown into the fight on the Ahernric whim. They shot these soldiers in the street for treason, even though it hadn't been established in court.

Then, members of the resistance against the Ahernric invaders in Damhford attacked the NAPS men. Of course the Ahernric Police returned fire, but not with the least bit discrimination. One witness secretly reports that "the man running off the street next to me was hit in the back by the Ahernric Police, even though he had just been walking to work."

Once the massacre ended, several Highland freedom fighters lay dead, however at least a score of civilians were shot dead. They had no connection to the attack and did not deserve to be targeted for any reason. Reportedly, several were injured, and it is unclear (doubtful) if they will receive the care they require. If so, then the death toll of innocent Highlanders in this one incident would reach up to 25.

It is clear that the NAPS is nothing less than a Ahern-sponsored terrorist organization!

We can only hope that those outside of Shanowinn recognize the gruesome injustice and terror the Ahernry, its Army, and Police, have caused the innocent Highland people!

[Dragao do Mar]

June 12, 2017 | Messejana, ME, Dragão do Mar

Heavy rains reached the city Messejana, causing floodings in many districts

The day after after the reaching of a historic level of rains in Messejana, caused much sadness and trouble to residents of many districts of the city. In fact, it is the biggest flooding in 63 years. Citizens of affected parts of the city, reached by the growing of the level of the river Cocó, lost a portion, or even all that they had. The more damaged districts are located in poor districts nearby the river that have not systems of drainage.

Probably 21% of the houses in Messejana were affected or damaged. 34 persons are disappeared and 8 died.

"More that a meter and a half of water entered in my house. It took clothes, damaged furniture, destroyed appliances, we lost everything in the flooding. This happened mainly because of construction works of draining that were not finished, which could prevent the current situation. We are trying to se what we can continue to use, if there remained something. It is not all about material loss, but we now live a traumatic experience, and will not forgot the difficulties that we are passing. In some hours we lost our house, the work of an entire life."

Related, emotionally, the civil servant Maria Facultine, who lives with five sons in the Bom Jardim district

"My sister was pregnant and yesterday went to the hospital to give birth to her daughter. But today the water reached our house, and she does not even knows what happened. There is nothing more in our house, the water level was higher than one meter and damaged the things of the baby and of my two sons."

Related the street cleaner José Ferreira

Even religious buildings were reached by the water in affected districts. The flooding damaged the inside part of churches and Ocas, as well as objects utilized in celebrations.

"The water wet the wooden chairs, our Prensas books used in cults and statues of our mother Jaci. It was a big loss to the Jacirian community"

Related Gilberto Gil, a man devoted to the Jacirianism

The finishing of construction works of drainage of the water were solicited with urgency by the population. The minister of Infrastructure marked a visiation to Messejana.

The prefecture is trying cover a part of the costs of reconstructions needed. The municipality declared state of public disaster, and solicited the donation of foods and clothes to be distributed in schools and colleges of affected districts.

[San Jimenez]

Vladr Maxwell Arrives In San Jimenez For State Meeting

Vladr Maxwell being escorted to the capital by Jimenean police.

This morning, Valdr Maxwell arrived at the airport for a state meeting in San Jimenez. He was escorted by Jimenean police as he made his way to the House of Confederates where he was met by President Lucas Canone and many other politicians although some remained inside the building in protest of the state visit. As President Canone and Valdr Maxwell met outside, the hoisting of the Tectonixian flag by military officers commenced alongside the flying Jimenean flag in the capital plaza. After the ceremony, the president gave a speech welcoming the Valdr.

I, as well as the Jimenean people, would like to welcome you to the island of San Jimenez. Let this meeting show that two religiously separate nations can establish a sense of mutual friendship and develop a respect for one another despite these differences. This Jimenean nation gladly accepts the friendship offered by Tectonix and the honorable Valdr Maxwell.

The meeting will commence today and end tomorrow night as the meeting will touch on points such as enterprise and enhancing relations. The meeting has also received a lot of backlash from confederates and congressman in Gran Teran. Prior to the meeting, Tectonix had conducted an investigation of San Jimenez's entry into the CU which gained much concern from politicians throughout the country. The amount of the non-religious population in Tectonix has also gained concern. Many people are hoping that this meeting will answer the problems between the two nations and ease the tension.

[Ventlimer]

6/12/17
Ventliri Public Broadcasting
Ventliri, Ventlimer

Opposition Leader Bulnir Aslat Denounces Cooperative Union On Eve of Election

In a statement put out by the Socialist Party of Ventlimer, Bulnir Aslat heavily denounced the Cooperative Union after a poll over the nation showed that nearly thirty percent of the population viewed the economic and political union favorably.

"The CU," the statement read, "is one of the great marks of an exploitative and destructive system which has plagued Ventlimer since the 1940s. We must not join a union designed to help only its founders while allowing for the robbery of nations like Ventlimer. Should even the thought of Ventlimer joining the Union become evident, not only will we lose all our great strides from dependence on Covonant, but we will be submitted to noncompetitive conditions where we are forced to export our resources so that nations may profit at our expense. Under no circumstances will that be allowed to happen under my administration should I win tomorrow."

While the statement shocked many of the Conservative Party (which have been loyal to Katirni for some time), the Socialist base was delighted. However, one columnist questioned the timing of the statement.

"It seems odd that a candidate would put out such a controversial statement on the eve of the election," a Conservative columnist wrote in the Daily Ventliri. "It would almost seem that Mr. Aslat is looking to lose the election!"

However, this is not the first controversial statement Mr. Aslat has made. From claiming the government was censoring and kidnapping his staff members to demanding free healthcare despite a large debt, Bulnir has no fear of backlash. However, that has only been a backlash from domestic parties. With the CU having many members close to Ventlimer, it becomes a question of wisdom to so boldly criticize such a powerful organization.

Before the statement, Mr. Aslat had gained a six point lead over President Katirni. It is questionable whether that lead is now realistic.

[Domanania]

June 13, 2017

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Referendum Passes!

A few days ago, a referendum began. It outlined a government reform that would alter the higher political structure to reflect a form of government that dates back to the early 19th century, The Holy Federation. And the Results have been tallied.

For: 65%
Against: 33%
No Vote: 2%

With this vote, work will now begin to reorganize the government structure. The first order of this form of government is to appoint a Monarch who will be the head of church and state, ruling over the congress and the federation, and to appoint a Prime Minister, who will deal with foreign affairs and the matters of economy, military, and internal political affairs.

Many wish to see either rising star Beyn Tarr to become the new monarch, but many conservatives and religious voters wish to see Marcius Brenshal become monarch and revive the almost dead blood line of Kane.

These matters will be taken care of in the next few months. But many wonder, what will change and what will remain the same?

[Wellsia]

THE EALDWIC TIMES

The following is a broadcast made by the King-Emperor this morning in regards to action by the Empire of Wellsia to secure and protect the Southern Canal region.

People of Wellsia once again we look out upon a world that is on the verge of war and conflict. To the south of us MSTO and New Aapelistan are fighting over control of Doppler and the southern tip of Argus. Here in the Mesder Sea Athra Maragrita and Vancouvia are on the verge of conflict. Other nations are facing conflicts and the Empire of Wellsia must prepare to protect not only our own territories, but must insure our allies in C6 know that they can count on us if trouble breaks out. I appeal to the Council of 104 and the Imperial Assembly and the colonies that we do whatever is necessary to prepare our military and navy to be ready for any conflict that may spread into the Mesder Sea or prevents the free trade between nations. Thank you all and may Providence look over and protect us.

[Athara Magarat]

June 12th, 2017

AM lends hand to Dragao do Mar

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Athara Magarati soldiers in Messejana's flooded area.

MESSEJANA, DRAGAO DO MAR

After flood levels in Messejana reached the highest levels in 63 years, the Democratic Republic of Athara Magarat lent a hand to its special friend Dragao do Mar. The Opovo reported that 21% of the houses in Messejana were affected or damaged due to the flooding and 34 persons had disappeared while 8 had died.

Athara Magarati officials have stated that the Athara Magarat National Army would be working with local authorities in rescue and reconstruction efforts; particularly in religious and educational places. Apart from the National Army, Athara Magarat has also sent youth volunteers and various NGOs and INGOs from the socialist republic to their ally Dragao do Mar with who they share special historic ties.

[Athara Magarat]

June 13th, 2017

AM condemns Vancouvian drone strike in Batulechaur

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The side view of a Vancouvian Yukon UAV firing a missile.

BATULECHAUR

“The government of Democratic Republic of Athara Magarat condemns the Vancouvian drone strike that took place in outskirts of Batulechaur in June 13th,” said the official statement from the Foreign Ministry of Athara Magarat after a Yukon UAV strike by the Vancouvian National Army left 3 people dead and 4 injured.

“The drone strike is an unjust violation of Athara Magarat’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and additionally, this strike has a negative impact on efforts to combat terrorism,” The Hang of Athara Magarat, Purna Sura Paija, expressed his anger at the attack. "Of the three Athara Magarati citizens killed today in Batulechaur, only one person was in the list of suspected terrorists. As I berate myself for failing to protect Athara Magarati citizens, I demand that the Vancouvian Congress hereby cease further activities against Athara Magarati sovereignty in the name of fighting terrorism because from what we saw today, the stakes are not right. It is not justifiable for innocent people to die or wind up in hospitals. We gave them (the Vancouvians) a list of suspected individuals as a sign of goodwill and this is how they repay us."

It remains to be seen what the Vancouvian reply will be but the drone strike means that already high tensions have now blown off. It has been stated that Athara Magarati government has summoned Ms Sun-lee Ho the Vancouvian ambassador to Athara Magarat for an explanation and reportedly asked her to leave the nation within three days.

Batulechaur where the UAV strike took place is designated the hometown of Gandharva tribe of the Khas peoples but Athara Magaratis of other ethnic groups also live in the small town in northwestern part of the island nation. The attack resulted in death of three people and inflicted injury on four more. The deceased have been identified as guest Mr Janam Kulung (who was the individual suspected of terrorist links) and the host couple Mr Brijesh Gandharva and Mrs Sun Maya Gandharva. The couple's two daughters Sumi and Rita and Brijesh's brother Hritesh have been ferried to city hospital in New Libang along with their neighbor Yani Maya Ghotane.

The attack has been condemned by Athara Magarati citizens as they took to streets chanting anti-Vancouvian slogans. Khas-Kirati minorities across the Isles also protested the Vancouvian drone strike; particularly in Bhikkustan (which has the highest number of Khas-Kirati people from any Isles nation) and Covonant (where 2/3rds of the 3 million minority population are ethnically Khas).

Around 10,000 people, mostly ethnic Khas, protested the Vancouvian UAV strike in Batulechaur from Coventry.

[Jahe Davmwoem]

Riots over leaks of government proposal

Riots have started over a leaked government proposal. According to the leak, some of the citizen elects had been pushing for a proposed article nine to the constitution, which would have called for official separation of church and state to create a "modern, secular state that in unlimited in providing for all citizens".

Many church members, priests, and monks have taken out to the streets. They protest how the leaders sold out the nation to Satan, and how we are again on socialism's doorstep. Protests are particulary aimed against Citizen Elect Piet Blanke, who is not only far left and for big government, he is the first elected official in Jahe's history to come out as an atheist. They call him the missing link between the power structure and Satan's influence.

Piet Blanke responded "This bill only makes it so we can serve all citizens equally. Your current head priest has long maintained political neutrality. No Head Priest has interfered in government actions since the days of the Gratis Union. This bill is only a formality, it will have no binding effect on your religious beliefs, it will only improve us in the eyes of international nations."

[Lardingo]

June 13th, 2017
Lardingo Record
Crystal City, Lardingo

Samuderan President arrives in Crystal City

Justuva Susanto, President of Samudera, touched down at Crystal City International yesterday. He was greeted by Chief Executive Renolds, the Head of COA Fishhook Burrows, and the Head of COPAD Abigail Kasy. After each took questions from the press the four of them met for three hours. One of the most important things they discussed was the Lardingo-Samudera Economic Agreement (SALEA). The agreement is expected to help encourage commerce between the two countries.

Chief Executive Renolds made this statement on the much anticipated agreement:

My counterpart President Susanto and I are looking forward to signing SALEA at the end of his trip. Ever since the Samudera relaxed it’s economic regulations at the end of the 20th century our nations have been seeking to sign agreements that better the lives of both our peoples. SALEA is an important step forward in improving relations between our two countries.

Police reveal suspicious find after searching assailant's home
Sub 16, Jes District

On the night of June 12th, Temperance Wallis got heavily drunk at a bar near his remote farm in Jes. Police then say he got in an argument with a friend, then pulled his gun and fired shots. His friend returned fire and a bullet grazed Wallis’s shoulder, which resulted in Wallis fleeing the bar. The wounded man then got in his truck and attempted to drive while drunk. Police responding to the incident at the bar caught up with Wallis’s vehicle and attempted to pull him over. The fugitive crashed his truck, got out, shot one of the officers in the stomach, and fled into the forest.

The next morning police searched Wallis’s farm as part of the investigation into his whereabouts. That’s where it gets strange. They uncovered an envelope under his bed containing almost 6 million Lards in cash. According to relatives, Wallis was poor and could not have obtained that much money legally. His work as a farmer and part time job as a janitor at National Party headquarters generated little income. Police are currently investigating the source of the money.

[San Jimenez]

President authorizes humanitarian aid to Dragao do Mar

Jimenean humanitarian aid arrives in Dragao do Mar.

After devastating flooding in Messejana, Dragao do Mar, President Canone has approved of sending in the military for humanitarian aid. It is reported to be the largest flooding in Dragao do Mar in 63 years. The flood is estimated to have destroyed 21% of the houses in Messejana and 34 people have been reported as missing with 8 people killed. The objective of the Jimenean aid is to distribute needed supplies to those who have been affected by the flooding. Here in San Jimenez, many communities across the country have begun fundraising money and supplies to be sent to the victims in Dragao do Mar. Religious communities across the country have also held daily masses and the donations received will be sent to the reconstruction of religious buildings in Dragao do Mar.

[Covonant]

June 13, 2017
Coventry, Covonant

CBC Headlines

• Foreign Minister Vesa responds to Ventlimian Opposition Leader on CU/Covonant economic policies
• Defense Minister Sula condemns Vancouvia, express Covonant concerned
• Travencian Leaders arrive in Coventry to fanfare
• Covish Cares sends aid to Dragao do Mar

Foreign Minister Vesa responds to Ventlimian Opposition Leader on CU/Covonant economic policies

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Tilonius Vesa is today expressing shock at recent comments made by Ventlimian Opposition Leader Bulnir Aslat that stated the CU and Covonant have undertaken policies that saw Ventlimer exploited and lose from economic gains. The Minister has called the statements reckless and unfounded.

I have gotten somewhat annoyed by the Ventlimians. What we have seen come out of their campaigns are propaganda, lies and a blame game being played that seems to lay all the country's problem solely on Covonant and liberal capitalist institutions. The remarks made are not only reckless but unfounded. Covonant has played an integral role in the economic development of Ventlimer and the remarks made by an individual who is looking to become President does not sit well with Covonant

The Foreign Minister expressed that Ventlimians need to take ownership of their faults and stop placing the blame on Covonant. He expressed that if such continues, Covonant will be skeptical in continuing relations with its southern neighbour.

What we see from this election is that both sides seems to have an agenda where they are using Covonant as a campaign tool to win electoral points. Both sides needs to own their faults and stop looking to Covonant as the sole cause of their problems. If they continue to lambaste and create false reports and propaganda against Covonant, we may have to reduce our relations with the country as we will not tolerate such blatant lies that have now seen to affect the Covonantian government.

Minister Vesa is imploring both sides to keep Covonant out of their election.

Defense Minister Sula condemns Vancouvia after drone strike attack, express Covonant concerned

Minister of Defense Batiatus Sula has condemned Vancouvia for what he calls an aggressive attack on the Zone of Peace. He expressed that not only was the attack not warranted, it poses serious threats to Covonant and its acknowledgement of Athara Magarat as the Zone of Peace.

Covonant sends the strongest condemnation to Vancouvia for carrying out drone attacks in a CU and C6 Covonantian ally. This attack was unwarranted and it is an attack that Covonant cannot sit idle by and allow to continue. Covonant identifies Athara Magarat as the Zone of Peace and we made a pledge last year August to ensure that the country remains peaceful and free from foreign aggression

Minister Sula noted that Covonant is very concerned and such actions will be met by a strong and united front.

I will be engaging in talks with our C6 representative as we are very concerned on this brazen moves of aggression on a C6 associated member. Vancouvia will not continue on this trajectory. If they want to express military might and destabilise a country or sub-region, they can do it elsewhere, but Covonant and by extension the C6 will not tolerate such attacks on one of our own.

The Defense Minister expressed that Covonant will use diplomacy as a means to decrease the tensions and escalations but will be moving troops and equipments to Athara Magarat in the event talks fail.

We are a country that prides ourselves on our diplomacy, and the wonders of the C6 is that we try a diplomatic route before using arms. We will do the same in this instance. We will use diplomacy and we will implore and advise the Vancouvians to reduce tension and to stop with immediate effect the antagonistic approach to Athara Magarat. If they continue the C6 will be forced to respond per our treaty. Covonant being very close to Athara Magarat is not taking any chances. I will be ordering troop movement to the country and military equipments as well.

Travencian Leaders arrive in Coventry to fanfare

The President and Vice President of Travencia Fredo McMurray and James Albano respectively arrived in Coventry Sunday afternoon to much fanfare and applause. Travencia who is considered Covonant's major ally in the Southern Islands was given a well received welcome with a state visit ceremony at the Palatine Manor. Prime Minister Marl during his speech expressed his admiration and appreciation of the Travencian people and hoped that this visit would solidify the long lasting relationship to be had between both states.

Covonant and Travencia relations is centuries old. With immigrants from Covonant residing in Travencia and immigrants from Travencia residing in Covonant, we have created an unbreakable bond that have made our relations a friendly and essential one. I hope from this visit we can have fruitful discussions on the developments of certain areas of interest in both states. I want to thank both the President and Vice President for visiting Covonant and I guess you can say we saved the best for last

Both countries leaders are expected to hold bilateral talks on areas of investment, trade, defense and the possibility of Travencia being a C6 member. The CBC will be sure to keep you up-to-date on matters concerning the visit.

Covish Cares sends aid to Dragao do Mar

The Covish Cares Humanitarian Organisation has responded to the calls of providing aid to CU member state Dragao do Mar after the country experienced major flooding following periods of heavy rainfall. In excess of C250 million Crown of food items, toiletries and beds were donated to the country as well as 50 medical practitioners were sent to the country to assist those who have been injured or contracted diseases following the natural disaster. Tiberius Henri PRO for Covish Cares expressed that the items have been donated to the government and medical workers have left for the country already.

So far we have donated many tin products, mattresses, construction materials, clothes and toiletries for those badly affected by the flooding. Covonant weeps with our CU partner and we will continue to do as much as we can to assist the people and government of Dragao do Mar to get back on their feet. Medical equipments and supplies as well as dietary supplements and antibiotics have also been donated and medical staff have been sent over to the country to assist in preventing a health crisis from coming about.

The Covish Cares is a Covonantian government agency that provides humanitarian aid to countries around the region that have experienced natural and man-made disasters.

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Reporter: Illythia Reid.

[Verona Beach]

Veronite Army forces move sandbags in flood-stricken Messejana, Dragao do Mar.
Our Boys Aid Ally Dragao do Mar With Flood Relief

Meesejana, Dragao do Mar- Veronite Army soldiers shipped out last week to aid in the disaster relief efforts after catastrophic flooding occurred in the Marian region of Messejana. Several nations are already stationed there providing aid, including Athara Magarat and material aid from San Jimenez. The Chief Minister spoke on the Veronite presence, saying:

Dragao do Mar is a good friend of ours. We trade and have engaged in diplomatic functions with them as well. As the sea levels rise and natrual disasters become more present in the region, it is imperative that we work together to aid each other in rebuilding and to work arm in arm to stop future disasters.

It is not known how long the Veronites will be stationed in Messejana, although an official statement from the Ministry of Defence states they will remain until repairs are complete "and maybe longer depending on the needs of the Marian government and ours."

6/13/17

[Noronica]

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Prime Minister on the 'Mesder Situation'

By Archie Carroll
NMC News

Tue 23:29 | Noronica

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In today's emergency press conference at the Nolon State Palace, the Prime Minister Joshua McIntosh outlined Noronica's position on recent events in the Mesder Sea.

An event that has shocked the nation, was an attack on one of Noronica's major allies, the Democratic Republic of Athara Magarat, a member of the Coalition of Six and the Cooperative Union, both alliances in which Noronica is part of. Perhaps even more controversially, the attack was conducted by another of Noronica's close allies, the Free Lands of Vancouvia. Vancouvia has proved to be a steadfast ally to Noronica and has provided military and intelligence support on multiple occasions, most notably in the recent conflict in Arván. Athara Magarat has also proved to be a staunch ally, especially with the Noronnican Gurkha program that has lasted since the time of the Noronnican Empire. Both nations have deeply connected historical ties with Noronica.

This act of aggression has been largely condemned as 'ridiculous' and 'out-of-line' by many political commentators, however, the government did not immediately issue an official statement on the so-called 'Mesder Situation', a term coined by various Noronnican newspapers, born out of the various social and political events sparking from the Mesder currently.

The Prime Minister held an emergency cabinet meeting at earlier this evening, discussing the events and primarily focusing on the attack on Noronica's political, economic, and military ally Athara Magarat. He later called for a press conference which outlined Noronica's position on the attack and the regional occurrences.

I am saddened by the events unfolding in the South Mesder Sea. Athara Magarat is, primarily, a nation that advocates peace,
so it makes little sense to impinge on its national sovereignty over a few crossed words. The stability of the Western Isles cannot be threatened by misplaced comments and the accusation of spies, especially by two nations who are integral in the geopolitical arena.
I am deeply concerned by the events that are unfolding, and I am also angered by the deaths of 3 Athara Magarati people. This is a conflict born from little reason and I would like to ensure this does not escalate further. The Noronnican ambassadors to Athara Magarat and Vancouvia shall be in discussion with their respective governments, promoting our desire for peace. I would also like to extend the offer of holding peace talks in Noronica who is an ally of both nations, where we can discuss this conflict and come to a sensible conclusion.

However, as this may escalate, I am in agreement with Covonant, the United Noronnican Forces stationed in the Mesder shall be ready to mobilise if necessary. I desperately hope, for the sake of our people and for the Isles, that we can come to a peaceful agreement.

Mr. McIntosh also discussed the situation in both Shanowinn and Dragao do Mar, two nations that have close ties to Noronica. In Shanowinn, the violent conflict still rages on, with 16 'Highlanders' being reportedly killed by the Ahernic police. In Dragao do Mar, a recent flood has brought the country to a halt, causing mass destruction and 8 deaths so far.

I am also saddened by the other events that have unfolded. The deaths of 16 people in Shanowinn has become another part of the vast amount of atrocities committed in Shanowinn, and I call for the internal conflict to end. Shanowinn has been an integral part of Noronnican history, and as a friend, Noronica shall try to prevent further action through the voice of the Noronnican ambassador in Shanowinn. This conflict has seen too many deaths and I, alongside many others, would like to see it come to an end.

To add further injury, the flooding in Dragao do Mar has caused wide-spread destruction that I wish to see rectified. I have spoken to the ambassador in Nolon City and have conveyed my wish to see if Noronica can help in any way possible. The United Noronnican Forces are always willing to give a friend help when needed. I wish to say directly to the people of Dragao do Mar that I am sorry that this has happened and I hope this 'Coalition of Peace' that has formed from various other nations can provide safety and stability to your nation.

Mr. McIntosh went on to discuss Noronica's own domestic situation. There have been several reforms that the Prime Minister has personally overseen, allowing for 'strength and stability' according to the Prime Minister. Confidence in this new leader has sent the Noron currency in a steady rise and the approval polls have shown Noronica's support. Perhaps the most controversial part of his leadership however, was the Prime Minister's reform of the Bureau of Internal Security, a reminder of Noronica's past which is still operating today.

The Bureau has been given many names over the years and some would call it an outdated institution. I disagree vehemently.
The Bureau of Internal Security is an institution that fights to keep the nation safe from harm, be it the borders or internally. Yes,
the officers have a lot more power now and there have been a lot more arrests, but this is due to the dangers our nation is facing.
The Isles has always been a tumultuous place, with nations often warring with each other and political instability running rife with many nations. Terrorist attacks around the Isles and in Gwynon have also struck fear into our hearts, hindering us from prosperity. So the Bureau needs these new powers to ensure terrorists are caught first before they can act. Too many a life has been stolen for the simple fact that terrorism has been allowed to act freely for so long. To have a strong and stable nation, we need law and order to keep us safe from harm.

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Noronica to build extension on Base Plymouth
By Robert Daccord

I.D

Noronica has been in a VACES alliance with Vancouvia for a while now, meaning that Noronica and Vancouvia have developed a special military relationship. This entails the sharing of bases, such as Base Plymouth in the International District.

After a recent negotiation earlier this year with the Congress of Vancouvia, the Noronnica Secretary for Defence, Martin Greyhound, announced that Base Plymouth was being extended to allow for a Noronnican military base which will 'efficiently accommodate' a Noronnican military presence in the International District, allowing Noronica force projection in the Southern Sea and Central Argus. This has been widely praised by the United Noronnican Armed Forces, who stated that they were, 'very pleased' with the result of the negotiations. The UNF's head, the Chief of Defence Staff, spoke about how "crucial the International District is for allowing Noronnican overseas capabilities."

It is, however, unclear if the construction will continue as the Vancouvian/Athara Magarat situation unfolds.

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[Belle Ilse en Terre]

13 June 2017
The Westfen Times
Dragao de Mar

Charities Combine to help Dragao de Mar

Though the news was slow to reach the Ilse, reports of devastating floods in Dragao de Mar have prompted several major charities to campaign for relief.

The C.D.R.F., or Catholic Disaster Relief Fund, has already received several million livres in donations, and is buying copious quantities of food and water to send to Dragao de Mar. Public support is on the rise, as the King has sent a personal contribution of 500 livres to local charities. Notably, the Kings Cousin, the Baron Tolbert, has relegated half of Tolbert's budget to providing aid to the victims of the flood. Not to be outdone, the P.E.R.O., the Protestant Emergency Relief Organisation, is also sending money and volunteers. Many knights of the realm have requested leave to contain the flooding, to repair damages, and to generally provide able-bodied volunteers. Several private merchantmen and a luxury liner have offered there services in transport.

The Duke of Surrey has expressed his sorrow to the government of Dragao de Mar, and has joined the coalition lobbying for united action in the direction of disaster relief.

[Vancouvia]

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June 13, 2017
VNN ~ Vancouvian News Network
Vesuvius, Vancouvia

Congress Responds to Magarati Condemnation

In a statement today, Congress responded to Athara Magarat and other nations' condemnations and misjudgments against Vancouvia. First and foremost, the statement requested that all parties attain the facts before acting, especially when the sole news organization reporting the story has a very strong bias and a recent history of false information. Congress released the set of facts as follows:

1. Subsequent to our requests for information regarding two recent terrorist attacks on Vancouvian soil committed by Athara Magarati nationals, Athara Magarat government ministers released to us a series of files with information concerning terrorists and terrorist groups currently operating or presumed operating in Athara Magarat, Vancouvia, the International District, and other nations with the intention of assisting Vancouvian military and operational assets in action against such elements.
2. The government of Athara Magarat verbally authorized, in a series of meetings between high-level officials in both countries, a set list of tactical strikes against targets in Athara Magarat operating in rural areas.
3. A Vancouvian Yukon drone, operating while under the full knowledge and permission of the Athara Magarat government, entered Athara Magarat airspace on the morning of June 13th and conducted a single missile strike against an authorized target.
4. Aerial and ground-based intelligence have confirmed that the target was killed.
5. No more than two other bystanders were killed, although Athara Magarati intelligence units on the ground had given inaccurate reports of no civilian or hostile presence except for the intended target, just minutes before the attack had taken place.

Congress also reminded the general public that the airstrike was against known terrorists, not the nation of Athara Magarat itself, and that the Vancouvian government and its military have every intention of continuing to act with goodwill and cooperation with Athara Magarat in an effort to prevent, detect, and eliminate terrorism throughout the region.

[Dragao do Mar]

June 13, 2017 | Fortaleza, AL, Dragão do Mar

Prime Minister Leonardo Pinheiro departs to San Jimenez


Leonardo in the boarding gate talking to the reporter of O Povo

Today, 13 of June, the Prime Minister of Dragão do Mar, Leonardo Pinheiro, departed to San Jimenez. We were informed by him that he was going to appear in the Jimenean independence Day Celebration, that commemorates the independence of the country from Noronica.

Our reporter followed the Leonardo's car yet in the avenues of Fortaleza, and entered after him in the International Airport Santos Dummont. In the boarding gate, his guards were not allowing us talk to him, but he said "It's okay, it's okay". We approached and he friendly received us "Hello, my partners!".

We asked him about what was going to be his destination.

"Well, i was keeping it in secret, but i'm going to San Jimenez to be present in their Independence Day celebration. I'll tell you, that, Jimenean authorities asked for a Marian representative, but, when i knew the features of this celebration, i immediately ensured that i would like to be there personally. I'm expecting a wonderful party starting in Gran Teran, passing by museums and landmarks, eating something, all accompanied by Lucas Canone."

We asked him about the plans of the government to the recuperation of Messejana.

"The disaster in Messejana… It makes me sad every time i think in the destroyed families…"

"Well, the government recognizes that an generous amount of resources was already donated as aid by friend nations of Dragão do Mar. I was really surprised to see that we can fully count with our partners, and i can say that every Marian, me, you, will be eternally grateful for their actions. What was going to be an unforgettable episode of a terrible disaster, now will forever be remembered as a international demonstration of kindness that will be told to our future generations."

"So, in the plan of recuperation of Messejana. We know that, helped by soldiers from other countries, the Marian Royal Army is leading a intensive search to missing persons. While this happen, the Military Police and NGOs are placing citizens without home in improvised shelters as schools, colleges and hospitals in non-affected districts, where material resources are being distributed. We will be covering almost the a half of the efforts of reconstruction and fixing of damages of affected houses, and, in a long term, finish the construction works of drainage of water in these districts, but this will only be possible when the water level reduce entirely in these areas."

We asked him about his position over Vancouvian bombings in Athara Magarati territory.

"I really want to believe that Vancouvia has good intentions, but consider that to act like this is dangerous and precipitated. Ok, they killed one person accused of linking with terrorist organizations, but, by this barbaric, uncivilized approach, they are mostly giving incentives to actions based in the hate that weakening they, and Vancouvia will only be prejudiced with this. I'll tell you what would really end the terrorism without causing any death, we should…"

In this moment the guards of Leonardo informed to him that his particular plane was ready to depart. He agreed to immediately board and leave. Forgetting to say goodbye, he far from us shouted "Thank you, it was a pleasure!" looking to our reporter, and went to the boarding gate.

Airplane of Leonardo Pinheiro departing

[Ventlimer]

6/13/17
Ventliri Public Broadcasting
Ventliri, Ventlimer

Bulnir Aslat Projected to become 21st President of the Iron Republic!

It has been confirmed by the National Election Commission that President Katirni has lost his bid for reelection and that Bulnir Aslat has won in a near landslide victory.

With 97 Percent of all districts reporting in, Mr. Aslat has won the election with 73 percent of the vote. With a majority of those votes coming from metro areas, especially Calzun, Aslat performed surprisingly well despite just barely obtaining a six point lead in official polls before the election. In exit polls, voters showed that their top concerns were the economy, economic dependence on foreign nations, and the state of social programs such as welfare. Close seconds in many cases were issues such as education, healthcare, and the state of the military.

In an especially surprising result, voters showed that they highly disapproved of Katirni's handling of the debt, military, and foreign relations in the last three years. Despite these being parts of his platform in 2007, Katirni seemed to 'slack off' according to some voters. Meanwhile, others believed that the issues brought forward by Aslat such as claims of stalking by federal agents and staff members which seemed to disappear without a trace were the strongest reason to vote for Aslat.

Regardless of the voters reasoning, though, President Katirni formally announced his defeat only moments before the announcement came, much to the relief of an exhausted electorate.

"My friends," he said to close staff after the announcement, "we fought hard to protect our culture from threats both foreign and domestic. However, our time has come to end the race and recognize that the people do not see these threats as we do. With dignity and respect, I shall pass the torch of leadership to our new president."

A Short Bio of the New President:

Editors note: Throughout the election, Aslat has claimed that the media does not cover half of what he says, sometimes even calling out this station directly. However, he has now won the election and should consider this the beginning of very detailed coverage.

Born in 1964 in the midst of an economic recession, Bulnir Vuk Aslat grew up in a modest, middle class home in Ventliri. His parents, both working class individuals who worked long hours, put him through a private school in Ventliri. Here, he learned not only of Taurotian traditionalism, but of mainstream religions, ideologies, and other cultures. When he graduated, he first worked in a coal mine in Calzun. After only a year there, he moved on to the outskirts of Valshwab, where he learned to tend fields under what was being called a commune at the time. However, he did not stay there long and in only a few years was back in Ventliri working a few part time jobs as he put himself through the University of Ventliri. There, he studied political science and economics, earning a doctorates in the latter in 1996.

It wasn't until 2002 that he began his political career. Running on a platform of free enterprise but tight, socially enforced cultural singularity as well as government provided welfare and education, he won a seat in Congress. However, he declined to run for a second term in 2007 citing corruption, double dealing, and gross abuse of government power on minorities as reasons to quit the job. Instead, he started the Socialist Party of Ventlimer in 2010. By 2012, it had won multiple local elections and elected four congressmen as well. In the next five years, Aslat and his associates worked tirelessly of spreading their message of an independent, powerful Ventlimer which treated all members of its society fairly. It argued that culture is not bound to the color of ones skin or the length of their hair, but by the common practices, traditions, and values all members shared. This message won over the minorities rather quickly, but faced harsh backlash from the conservatives until late 2015.

From there, Bulnir announced his bid for the presidency, a title which he will hold starting tomorrow.

Traditionally, only the loser speaks the day of the election. Bulnir is due for a speech tomorrow in which he will outline the immediate steps and changes he will enact with the aid of the now majority social democratic congress.

This has been VPB.

[Jypan]

JYPAN EXECUTES FAMILY MURDERER

Nakamura Military Prison Facility. Jypan last night conducted the execution of family murderer Yuguchi Cheng. Cheng was found guilty of murder in May of this year after concerned neighbors found the bodies of Cheng's wife and child after they had not been seen or heard from in over a week.
The bodies of 32 yr old Izzi Cheng and 11 yr old Junichi Cheng was discovered at their family home in South Kotohima on the morning of 5th May after neighbors had become concerned following a spat of domestic arguments between Mr and Mrs Cheng. Police were called after nobody had seen or heard from Mrs Cheng for over a week and found both Mrs Cheng and her son in a pool of blood in the kitchen and Mr Cheng nowhere to be found.
Following a tip-off the next day, Mr Cheng was found by police and was immediately arrested before tearfully confessing to the crime while under interrogation. Mr Cheng had sighted marriage breakdown and Mrs Cheng had admitted to having an affair as their marriage seemed to collapse around them. The Judge at Kotohima Province Court sympathized with the marriage of Mr and Mrs Cheng but condemned Mr Cheng's actions stating that he had stolen from his child the gift of life and resorted to extreme and unnecessary violence instead of seeking professional relationship help.
The 42 yr old was given the death sentence by the Judge who told Mr Cheng that both his wife and child did not deserve to die because his marriage was failing. Mr Cheng seemed emotional but cited no regret for his actions as he was put to death by firing squad around 6pm local time at the Military Prison in Nakamura - the countries death penalty facility. The remains of Mr Cheng were cremated and his ashes were buried in a secure private prison cemetery. Close family and friends held a private memorial service for Izzi and Junichi Cheng at Kotohima's All Faith Church.


Yuguchi Cheng, who was executed by Firing Squad last night at Nakamura Military Prison.

MILITARY ASSISTS DRAGAO DO MAR

Members from the Navy and Air Force began shipping out the first of many relief packages to help those affected in the Dragao do Mar disaster. Medial supplies, military doctors, food, shelter and fresh water was seen being loaded into military aircraft as Jypan has offered assistance to Dragão do Mar which has been hit by severe flooding. Major Keita Lei, whose commanding the relief effort expressed his sympathy to those affected by the disaster and said that Jypan would do everything to assist Dragão do Mar. "Our hearts and prayers go out to everybody affected by this, Mother Nature does not discriminate when it comes to situations such as these and Jypan has pledged to assist it's international neighbor in its hour of need". Jypan has prepared to deploy 200 personnel from the Army, Navy and Air Force to assist those affected with a further 200 on standby should the need arise. Aircraft loaded with supplies will ship out over the next few days from the Yamamoto Harbor airbase round the clock to ensure those affected can receive help and support.


Jypanese troops loading aircraft with medical and humanitarian aid bound for Dragao Do Mar