The Western Isles News

by **Rontbar** » Fri Jul 07, 2017 11:19 pm

08/07/2017
Rontbar Outlet
Anderta

Rontbar's Eastern High Speed Train line opens today after 11 years of construction. It links Porta, Anderta and the border of the International District with trains travelling at 360 km/h, cutting travel times between Porta and Anderta from 3 hours 30 minutes to only 1 hour 55 minutes. Prime Minister Bella da Ferra inspected the line this morning and rode it from Porta to Anderta, attributing the project's success to her government's commitment and organisation.

Despite this, protesters marched in Porta as Bella da Ferra arrived, in opposition to the forced relocation of 4,000 residents in Porta to make way for the train line as well as to protest noise.

The Eastern Line is one of 7 main train lines in Rontbar, covering 5790 km and all were opened in the last five years under the da Ferra II government's infrastructure investment. The rail operator, Dersi, has announced 5% reductions in all high speed train fares in order to commemorate the opening and in response to increased government subsidisation. Fares from Porta to Anderta will be R67 (38USD) and R41 for children and students (23USD)

by **Ainslie** » Sat Jul 08, 2017 3:25 am

Arendai International

Weather News: Duststorm projected for Saturday
Arnton, Ainslie

Today metzone has released information to the government and the public that a duststorm had formed from around noon yesterday, and will move through the southern coast of the nation throughout the weekend.

It first hit Kennedai, but it is likely to be the only city west of the desert to be effected, as westerlies slow the advance of the sandstorm, whilst pushing it more towards the east.

“We are expecting temperatures to reach the forties in central-western cities, which is one of the first times this summer that will be happening. Strong westerlies will be coming over the desert around noon Friday, and a duststorm will be generated overnight, affecting most Eastern centres, especially Borderton”

Borderton, known for its alternative ideological and lifestyle path compared to the other cities, has been known for visibly standing against the Ahnslen Maximum Operations Temperature (AMOT) laws. They saw these laws as a direct attack against their values. Besides those laws most likely coming into force for the first time over the weekend, there will be hazardous air quality in Borderton. This means that businesses and other buildings are most likely going to be shut down tomorrow despite the temperatures.

Local Lower Verd Representatives have criticised the government for the lack of preemptive support regarding the upcoming incident, as strong westerlies have threatened the city with events similar to the upcoming conditions for a significant amount of summer so far. One of the representatives gave a statement.

“We are disgusted by the ignorance of the liberal dictators up in the capital. They’re too busy setting up summits, shaking hands and hi-fiving easterners to keep us safe and happy.”

Anonymous Lower Verd APC Representative

The Kenzai Administration has dismissed these claims as simply being “a product of conservatives and their dividing nature. We have held our hand out, waiting for them to come to the table - we’ve been willing to help, but they haven’t expressed their desire to take this on-board..”

Following the statements from the APC Lower Verd representatives, Federal Corporals were dispatched to the area in order to protect life and prepare the city for the duststorm. The duststorm is expected to be hitting the city on Saturday morning.

The elderly, asthma sufferers, and citizens with respiratory issues are highly advised to stay indoors and close all windows in anticipation of this front and during it as well.

Weather Today

Arnton, WS - 33/19
Borderton, LV - 41/22
Hauton, WS - 29/18
Mandurah, DA - 38/20
Rathane, BU - 36/19
Wagstaffe, MN - 35/19
Wellington, NO - 30/19

by **San Jimenez** » Sat Jul 08, 2017 12:38 pm

President Canone and His Fiance Are Married in Del Agua City

Wedding in the cathedral in Del Agua City.

• Gran Teran Gazette has invested in a radio broadcast across the country.
• Confederative Conservative Party wins the majority of The House of Confederate seats.
• First schools on Maladium Island appear after reconstruction plans take effect.
• Multiple E-3 tornadoes hit the southern cities of San Jimenez.
• Statues of Jimenean theocratic founding fathers on capital
grounds cause uproar in the Chamber of Congress.

After arriving in San Jimenez after the state meeting in Noronica, President Canone and his fiance, Mary Floyd, were married in Del Agua City in a local cathedral. The wedding was strictly open to family and close friends only and bystanders were asked to wait outside while the procession was taking place. After the wedding, the president and his wife were driven to the airport in a roofless limousine to the airport to return to Gran Teran. Upon reaching the airport, the president was greeted by fanfare and reporters. Surprisingly, the president and his wife greeted the crowd by shaking the hands and waving to the people as they walked towards the plane that would take them to the capital. President Canone and Mary arrived in the capital early this morning. It is expected that Mary Canone will be spending the next few days moving into the State Hosue with her husband.

by **Covonant** » Sat Jul 08, 2017 8:44 pm

July 8, 2017
Coventry, Covonant

CBC Headlines-Election Edition
Imperatus Marl's final interview as Prime Minister
All in place for Monday's inaugural ceremony, states Protocol Director

Imperatus Marl's final interview as Prime Minister

Last night on CBC affiliate station CBC ONE, Gloria Stiles sat down with Prime Minister Imperatus Marl and First Lady Julia Marl where she was allowed the final interview with the most powerful man in the country before he leaves office on Monday. In what many have described a heartfelt and sad interview many are seeing it as an interview that should not have occurred with some blasting Covonantian voters for making a bad decision. The CBC will now bring highlights from last night's interview.

Prime Minister, Mrs, Marl thank you for allowing us inside your home. I say your home because it is still your home until you leave. I want to ask would you miss it here at the Palatine Manor?

Imperatus:

I think we are all going to miss living here. Living at the Palatine Manor reminds you of the responsibility that the people of Covonant has entrusted in me. The responsibility to serve. We will miss it because we have made it our home for the past five years but I am grateful to have been given the privilege to serve my country and to experience living in a historical relic such as the Palatine Manor.

Julia:

Living in the Palatine Manor is a surreal experience. We know and understand the history of this house and living in it makes you more appreciative of the history of Covonant and the progress we have made over the years. The staff as well has made living here a wonderful experience and I think I would miss most of all how they have made us feel welcomed and at the same time at ease noting the heavy load which we carry in this house. The boys loves it here. Marcus was 8 when we moved into the Palatine Manor and Lucas was 12 so now Marcus is 13 and Lucas is 17 looking to start college come September and Marcus looking to start the 8th grade so we have seen our boys grow here and this house holds special memories that are dear to my heart and was at the centre of every aspect of of family life.

Prime Minister you have endured one of the most controversial and if not the election that was viewed around the isles noting the importance the results would have towards Covonant's allies and enemies. What are your thoughts on the results and your wish for Prime Minister elect Gais

Imperatus:

This election if anything should showcase and express the maturity of our electorate and the success of our democratic process that despite your favoured party has lost, Covonantians will work with whomever is elected by majority vote because they understand that at the end of the day we are all Covonantians working for a better country and a better region. I sent a congratulatory letter to the Prime Minister elect expressing my support to him when I believe it is in the best interest of all Covonantians and not just his political base. I also made it clear that I will work with the incoming administration to uphold the Charter and to ensure that our country remains the democratic nation that our forefathers fought to have. I am wishing for the best not just for the Prime Minister elect but the entire administration. Their success means our success so I do hope for the best with them.

With Gais to lead the country are you at the very best concerned with the future of Covonant's policies and role in the region and regional institutions, primarily the Cooperative Union

Imperatus:

I think all Covonantians regardless who runs the country is concerned about the country's future. I want to see a government that is transparent, and accountable to the people and all the people not just Conservatives but Covonantians. I will never be in support of a Covonant leaving the CU and this I have made explicitly clear to PM elect Gais. The policies that this incoming administration is looking to implement are asinine not all but most, and it suggest that my party will have to be an effective and efficient opposition to ensure that these policies that will do more harm than good must not get our support. And that is the wonders of our political system of checks and balances is that the government does not yield too much power. I don't want to see Covonant's role in the region change. We have to play our part, we have to be the beacon of hope to countries that are struggling. We have to lend a helping hand and provide aid to countries less developed, and we have to commit our service to countries that are not upholding international laws concerning the right to man. This is why we went to Moukere, this is why we went to San Javier, this is why we provide the highest in international aid than any other country. This is why we made a commitment to regionalism and regional cooperation because we believed that we have the ability to bring peace and though at times we were confronted we pressed on.

Would you say, you are leaving Covonant in a better position than how you came into the position of Prime Minister and would you say as well that your leadership as made the region relatively peaceful

Imperatus:

Without a doubt I have made Covonant much better than how it was prior to me becoming Prime Minister. Before I became Prime Minister, we were struggling educationally finding it hard to keep up with other countries whose education system were far advanced than ours.We had an awful outdated system of tax collection and we reformed it. Our economy was falling behind and with economic reform and more freedom granted to the private sector and a withdrawal of government from the economic activity of the country we fall in the top 5 of the largest economies in the region, so without a doubt I am leaving a more stable country that has all the tools to be greater in the region. My administration I believe has done a remarkable job in bringing peace and stability to the entire region. We all know that when Covonantian presence is in the midst countries are assured that peace will come. We see it evident presently with reduce tensions regionally, and our leading role to end a fueling conflict between a communist state and a democratic state that could have led to an ideological conflict. We may have fallen short in other places but overall our work and leadership has done well to have a more peaceful region

What's next for you Prime Minister, Mrs. Marl

Imperatus:

Well I will be looking to serve as Opposition Leader. I should be leaving the Palatine Manor on Monday but we don't have our government recess until August so I will have a lot of work to do until then as Opposition leader to ensure that I can have an efficient and effective opposition.

Julia:

I will be leaving Coventry and going to Capitoline. Marcus will be coming with me to start a new school where he will be given the privilege to continue his education away from the politics. Lucas plans to attend the University of Coventry to study Law. So we may have another politician in the making.

To watch the full interview you can visit our website at http://www.cbcone.cov

All in place for Monday's inaugural ceremony, states Protocol Director

The Protocol Director Gregory Mair is reporting all in order for Monday's inaugural ceremony for Covonant's 53rd Prime Minister Crassus Gais. He expresses that security will be a top priority with foreign dignitaries to be in attendance.

All is in place for Monday's inaugural ceremony, where we are expecting to have in attendance over 25,000 guest among them being world leaders, influential business persons and Ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corp. Security will be a top priority of the day where we will ensure that our visiting dignitaries experience the best of Covonant's traditions of having an inauguration.

He notes that morning ceremony is to be held on the grounds of the Consul with the Office of the Prime Minister Elect to decide the seating arrangements, and entertainment.

The Protocol Department is not the one that decides the order of events we only approve the request made from the Office of the Prime Minister Elect. They have sent the request to us with invited guest and the list of entertainments and order of entertainments, seating arrangements and areas outlined for the media. We work in accordance with them to ensure that the morning's ceremony is a success

It is expected that over 300 million persons around the region should be tuned in to watch the live inaugural ceremony. Be sure to join us live on CBC on Monday morning for our special live broadcast of the Inaugural Ceremony of the 53rd Prime Minister of The Union of Covonant Crassus Gais starting around 11 am. For those around the region may view the ceremony on CBC TWI, our affiliate station CBC FOUR, and our partner networks NMC (Noronnican Media Corporation), and MNB (Magarati National Broadcaster).

DO REMEMBER THIS IS THE CBC

Reporter: Illythia Reid

by **Ainslie** » Sun Jul 09, 2017 3:37 am

Arendai International

Borderton, Wagstaffe and Mandurah turned orange by sandstorm
Kennedai, Ainslie

Borderton yesterday morning has been hit by a sandstorm front, leaving the city in orange for the majority of the day. All non-essential business activity was suspended for the day, with residents being left to various indoor activities, most notably social media. #BordofSandstorm was trending, as this new run of hot weather would normally be accompanied with families flocking to pools and the dams on their farming properties.

Later in the day, around mid-afternoon,Wagstaffe, better known for its flooding, experienced this abnormal and strange event. Wagstaffe has not seen a sandstorm for years now, so this sight was viewed with suspicion and surprise. Staffian residents spent the day indoors, but did not experience the same warm conditions as Borderton did.

Mandurah, a city more used to sandstorms, also experienced the conditions by mid-afternoon. The people were much more receptive of the sandstorm, perhaps in a more dangerous manner than the Staffiens and Bordertoners. There were many car crashes in the city, as people scrambled to places of higher elevation in order to get photos looking down on the cloud.

The sandstorm is expected to go southeast from here, and Metzone has issued an orange alert for Samudera, with the sandstorm expected to cover most of the nation, including the capital. The sandstorm is expected to fully clear by Tuesday afternoon in Ainslie, and only then will the full impact of the event become known.

Caranoor, the future location of the CU Summit has also received this storm, although its impact is not expected to cause major disruption to the city. Ports of entry have been closed in Mandurah and Caranoor for 48 hours, with no further postponement or cancellation of travel activity expected for the city. The local, electoral and federal government have all confirmed that Caranoor will be ready for the summit despite the circumstances presented.

by **Rooenan** » Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:46 pm

July 9th, 2017
Revolutionary Rooenanian News
Rooenan, Nationwide

Colkirk Caldera

Central Congress Responds to Developments Abroad

On Friday the Central Congress has released several statements commenting on the state of affairs in nations across the Isles.

Formation of the EUSR:

"The People of Rooenan recognizes the right of comrades to organize how they see fit. The recent formation of the EUSR is an example of this organization. Here in Rooenan we disagree with their methods but we will not interfere and will continue to show solidarity with all leftist movements in these grand Isles. As for the calls for Rooenan to join the EUSR, the people have been heard in expressing a collective 'No'. Rooenan and it's Communes will remain autonomous and independent. We hope that the relationship between Rooenan and the EUSR will grow into a prosperous one."

Covonantian Election:

"We are sad to see Covonant fall into such hostile hands. Crassus Gais has shown that he detests the freedom experienced by the people here in Rooenan and in other nations that are similar politically. Rooenan hopes that this does not translate into actual hostility when Gais take office. This election has shown the world that the people of Covonant are obviously in need for radical change. They yearn for it. We hope that Gais can deliver that change in a way that benefits the people of his nation."

Earthquake Shakes Central Rooenan

This morning, those living in the mountains and hills of central Rooenan were woken by a mild shaking beneath their beds. The magnitude 5.1 earthquake was reportedly experienced by thousands of people. According to the Rooenanian Geological Society this quake was tied to a recent increase in volcanic activity in the Colkirk Caldera. The Society was quick to state that there was no chance of eruption and that work was being done to discover the source of the recent increase. Thankfully no one was killed in the quake and there was minimal damage to buildings in the area.

by **Shanowinn** » Sun Jul 09, 2017 1:52 pm

July 9, 2017
The New Shanowinn Telegraph
Termon, Shanowinn

The New Shanowinn Telegraph
The Better Telegraph

Cries for "Peace, Change, and Accountability" in the Comsedlon

"I will not hold my tongue any longer. The war quickly became an obvious failure, and crime, but we were supposed to be silent. No more. I demand peace, change, and accountability now."

Earlier today the Comsedlon was shaken up when one member, Karolíne Caitrín Faoláin, voiced her concerns over the continuance of hostilities in the Highlands. Faoláin has been a member of the Comsedlon for several years, after having served in more local capacities in her home region of Catumagus.

When violence ensued in the Highlands, Karolíne Faoláin initially supported attempts to cool tensions and confront threats militarily. That has changed over the course of the war. In her speech to the Comsedlon, she issued her demand for "peace, change, and accountability" not only in the Comsedlon but the Ahernry in general.

She listed events in the past several months which led her, and others like her, to start losing faith in the lowland cause. Among these was the death, brutalization, burglary, and rape of many Highland people and their property. According to Faoláin, the lowland media--such as The Termon Telegraph--has been complicit in covering up the extent of such incidents and others.

Another Soldier Killed by Highland Booby Trap

Yesterday while on a patrol mission with comrades, one Royal Owinn Army soldier became the latest victim of the Highland defenders. The incident took place near the west coast of the Highland region, where Owinn forces have been fighting for days. Two other soldiers in the patrol received wounds, but survived.

The victim has been identified as Private Lochan Gadhra, of Ablach. While on the patrol, Private Gadhra reportedly triggered an explosive trap set by members of the Highland Republican Army. It is unclear exactly what type of booby trap it was in this situation; the defenders have used a range of explosive and non-explosive traps.

The Owinn media and military has attempted to keep the extent of such attacks quiet. It is now believed that they have plagued ROA efforts for months, and some commentators believe that events like this detonation have nearly destroyed the Owinn soldier's will to fight any further in the conflict.

by **Albion Invicta** » Mon Jul 10, 2017 12:31 am

10th July, 2017
The Lanercost Times
Albion Invicta

United Commonwealths to discuss formation of multi-national Joint Expeditionary Force

United Commonwealths to discuss formation of multi-national Joint Expeditionary Force
The Lanercost Times - 10th July 2017
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United Commonwealths' Defence Secretary Sir Archibald Longstein has signed a letter of intent with international partners to develop the Joint Expeditionary Force.

"I am very pleased that we have signed a letter of intent with our partners to establish the Joint Expeditionary Force."

"This will be developed around the UC’s existing high readiness units and will provide a capability that can respond anywhere in the world, in any environment, as part of a coalition, or on behalf of international organisations such as the C6 and RTEA."

"We are stronger together. Our partners from across the region have all agreed to attach forces to the JEF when the time is right for us to stand together."

An Albionite soldier liaises with a JEF anti-tank section commander during a C6 training exercise

News · by **Samudera** » Mon Jul 10, 2017 5:11 am

9 July 2017

DUST STORM ALERT

09/VII/ANA/79

It will hit Samudera this morning from Ainslie

Last year dust storm hitting Sripura

WEATHER
FORECAST

BHINNEKA, SCR
30°C, Clear ☀
KOTAPURA, NS
29°C, Clear ☀
REMBULAN, PE
27°C, Cloudy ⛅
MATABAJA, SU
32°C, Raining ☔
MUNTOK, NS
29°C, Clear ☀

KOTAPURA, Antana News Agency - BMKG (Meteorology Climatology and Geophysics Council) today issued dust storm warning that’s heading over to Samudera after it severely hits Borderton and Wagstaffe in Ainslie. Bad air quality caused by the sands is expected all across Samudera, with reduced visibility that will most likely halt the transportation in big cities, although it won’t cause enormous damage.

Most of Samudera will get hit by the dust storm, dubbed by local as ‘early sunset’ due to its orange colour. It isn’t a frequent event, although it isn’t rare either. By a rare chance, Bharata state won’t be interrupted by the dust storm as it miss the state completely. Annual dust storm usually occured in the western part of the Samudera, which is an exception this year.

Ainslie’s Metzone also issued an orange alert for Samudera, as it’s expected to dissipate in Wednesday and government’s personnel will be deployed immediately to oversaw the aftermath of the dust storm.

by **Covonant** » Mon Jul 10, 2017 7:12 pm

July 10, 2017
Coventry, Covonant

CBC Headlines-Special Inaugural Coverage
Crassus Gais Inaugural Ceremony as 53rd Prime Minister of the Union of Covonant

Moderator: A pleasant good morning to those just joining in for this morning Inaugural Ceremony for Covonant's 53rd Prime Minister Crassaus Gais. I am Gloria Stiles and I will be your moderator throughout the morning's coverage here on CBC. Also want to welcome those watching on our affiliate stations CBC FOUR, CBC ONE, I am told the ceremony is also being broadcast live on CBC TWI so special welcome to those around the region watching. Also to our partner stations Noronnican Media Corporation (NMC) and Magarati National Broadcaster (MNB). It is a beautiful Monday morning here in Coventry, and it is summer a wonderful time for our nation to exercise our transfer of power ceremony. For this morning's ceremony we are expecting guest to be in the thousands. The National Ticket Organisation has expressed that over 530,000 tickets have been purchased for the ceremony and the Office of the Prime Minister Elect has released a list of specially invited guest which has totaled to over 25,000. Among those specially invited guest are numerous regional head of state and government, Ambassadors, and members of the diplomatic corp, former Prime Ministers and former Presidents of Covonant.

The Image you are seeing on your screen now is patrons making their way into the seating area. We must also mention that the ceremony is being held on the grounds of the Consul.

It is 11:06 and the ceremony is expected to begin immediately at 12 pm. What we are seeing now is the arrival of foreign dignitaries and these arrivals are coordinated and are in order set by the Protocols department in cooperation with the Office of the Prime Minister Elect. We see the first arrival here being the Prime Minister of Ainslie Mr. Andrew Kenzai. It is his second in Coventry for the year. He was back here in April where he met Prime Minister Marl. Mr. Kenzai has extended congratulations to Prime Minister Elect Gais though noting the difference in leadership style and a eagerness to see what the new administration will bring. He will make is way to the Dignitary Stand which is reserved for the foreign leaders, Ambassadors, Former Presidents and Prime Minister of Covonant, current Prime Minister and his immediate family, and current President and his immediate family and important of all important people.

The arrivals have to be perfectly timed as the ceremony is set to begin at 12pm sharp. We have another arrival of President Lucas Canone of San Jimenez. It is also his second time in Coventry in less than a month one could say. He was here on a state visit where he met Prime Minister Marl. He has not been vocal on Gais rise to the position as Prime Minister but has made his presence at this morning's ceremony. The CBC must congratulate the San Jimenez President who tied the knot over the weekend having gotten married to his wife Mary Canone.

We can see more patrons making their way into the seating area at this time as well, so more arrivals to come. We can assume the Prime Minister Marl will be heading straight to the Consul from the Palatine Manor, which will be his last time leaving the Palatine Manor as Prime Minister. Let's get back to some arrival. We have a back to back arrival at this time of the Prime Minister of Ipland Mr. Rob Paul and Prime Minister of Albion Invicta Mr. Robyn O' Presco. Mr. Paul has been to Coventry before. He was here last year for a state visit which I believe is a over a year now. Ipland and Covonant have very good relations being a close neighbour to Covonant.

It is the first time a Albionite Prime Minister is visiting Covonant despite Covonant and Albion Invicta having very close relations due to both being members of the Coalition of Six. Prime Minister Presco has sent congratulations to Prime Minister Elect Gais and is the only leader in the region that have showed favour with Gais throughout the campaign. We see both gentlemen greeting each other there which is only fair seeing they have arrived at the same time.

The Coldstream Guards Band are out to provide the morning's processional music and ceremonial tunes. If you listen you can here them playing a patriotic Covonantian song which has been dubbed the Song of the Covonantian Armed Forces

Let's go back to some arrivals taking place now where we have the President of Corindia Lindsay Abello who is actually visiting Covonant for the first time. The Imperatus Marl led administration had made Corindia a special interest of Covonant with both countries enjoying special relation status due to the volatile sub region which the democratic state is located in. Prime Minister Gais has not expressed how he intends to deal with the Corindians but Covonant's largest base outside of Covonant is located in Corindia.

Immediately following the arrival of the Corindian President we have the Prime Minister of Noronica Joshua McIntosh arriving. It is Mr. McIntosh first time in Covonant as well. It is important to note that none of these foreign leaders have met Prime Minister Elect Gais so we can state their arrival at a Covonantian inaugural ceremony speaks to Covonant's diplomatic success regionally and also to Covonantian leaders in forging relations. Noronica is Covonant's main ally in the North Argus area with Noronica being second to Covonant in major alliances both countries find themselves in. Noronica is the only foreign country to have a base in Covonant while Covonant has two bases in Noronica. Prime Minister Elect Gais has pledged to close more than half of Covonant's bases around the region we await to see if the ones in Noronica are on the list.

If you look on your screen we can see the Athara Magarati Ambassador to Covonant Mr. Kyle Gurung attending. Athara Magarat has found itself at odds with Covonant in recent days, we can assume which is why the Hang of Athara Magarat was not invited to the ceremony. Covonant is still displeased with how the country handled its PR operations of miscommunication that almost saw Covonant extend its military policies beyond its border for the first time in over 6 months. Crassus Gais has repeatedly blasted the Athara Magarati administration for being non-compliant and hard to deal with concerning the C6 operations and its ticking flu breakout which saw Gais called for a total travel ban to the island.

We have a lot of arrivals left to come and it is only 11:32 here in Coventry. Again I can't stress enough the wonderful we are experiencing here in Coventry, we know our brothers and sisters in Ainslie and Samudera are enduring dust storms so we have them in our thoughts. Our next arrival is of the Prime Minister of West Suomi Jari Laaksonen who is visiting Covonant for the first time. Covonant and West Suomi have enjoyed good relations in the pass with both countries being members of the Cooperative Union. West Suomi has not been very open to a Gais administration where the leaders of the country had thrown their support behind Prime Minister Marl.

We are still continuing the arrivals, we have the President of Samudera Justava Sustanto. His first time in Covonant as well. Samudera and Covonant has not had good relations in the pass with Covonant suspicious of Samudera's alignment with Siberia North an adversary of Covonant. With Samudera's membership into the CU and expression to reduce ties with the country Covonant has pledge an open policy with the country. We see an extension of that policy exercised today with the President's attendance.

We can see the arrivals have been moving fast as we approach closer to the start of the morning ceremony. We should note that over 15 heads of state and government will be in attendance which is more than the CU with stands at 13 members currently. Again their presence is a true testament of Covonantian diplomatic success around the region. Our next arrival is of the Lord Protector of Jahe Davmwoem Louwrens Cornelis. Covonant and Jahe have not had the best of relations. With Jahe almost bringing the region into nuclear warfare, Covonant has been weary at fully normalising relations with the unstable democratic state. At present reports suggest that the Jahenian government is carrying out acts of human abuse which Prime Minister Marl has called to seize. Prime Minister Elect Gais has however ignored the calls for Covonantian intervention and pledges to support the regime in Jahe so long as democracy is instilled. Many in Covonant are not in support of Jahe and the presence of the Lord Protector at the inaugural ceremony will be a issue brought up in the future.

The next arrival on your screen is that of the representative from Keomora Auliakarta Nalili. Covonant and Keomora enjoys special relations status with Prime Minister Marl constant pledge of support to the country. It is not certain what PM elect Gais position on the country will be, but the attendance of the Keomoran representative shows of the relation between both countries.

We have another back to back arrival and could one call coincidence. We see the arrival of the Consul Adstutia of Polar Svalbard Ms. Samantha Hartega and we have the President of Ventlimer arriving Mr. Bulnir Aslat. Covonant and Polar Svalbard have enjoyed good relations over the years. Both countries have strong economies in the region and are regional leaders in their own geographic area. Ms. Hartega has been neutral on the election of Gais but have extended congratulations to the Prime Minister Elect, her counterpart the Consul Bellum have however expressed strong remarks following the election of Crassus Gais as Prime Minister Elect mostly on the issue of Covonant's future relation with its southern neighbour Ventlimer. Ms. Hartega presence at the morning's ceremony express the country's ability to put issues aside for the greater good of regional cooperation.

It is very ironic however that the incoming administration would have invited the Ventlimian President to attend an inaugural ceremony of the man who has threatened to raise sanction provided Ventlimer is non-compliant with Covonant. We however like the diplomatic gestures being made at this morning's ceremony but we do notice a tense mood from a few of these foreign leaders attending the ceremony.

A major ally of Covonant is now attending. The Suffet and Overprocutor of Wellsia is making their arrival. Covonant and Wellsia are major allies in the Mesder along with Albion Invicta. In fact both Covonant and Wellsia perform joint military exercises more than any other country in the Mesder which is the second highest for the Covonantian Naval forces with military practice with Corindia being the highest.

It is now 11:48 and we have another arrival coming in and this one is royalty. The only monarch to attend the morning ceremony King William James of Eutriston. Covonant and Eutriston have not had strong relations in the past but the His Majesty's presence at this ceremony may strengthen the relation between both countries.

Our final foreign arrival is from the only Communist state one could say was brave enough to send a representative noting the incoming administration non-support for non-democratic states. We have the arrival of Ndidi Firmin representing Rooenan at the inaugural ceremony. Covonant and Rooenan enjoys trade which is they only communist country to trade with Covonant. We believe that Rooenan may want to keep its trade relation with Covonant by embarking on a diplomatic route. (OOC:I know Cooperative Union Members, this is not suppose to happen but the resolution isn't passed yet)

The time is now 11:55 we see the President of Covonant Crassus Gaius arriving now. He waves to the patrons and makes his way to the Dignitary Stand. We take you over to the Stand.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen the President of the Union of Covonant His Excellency, the Most Honourable Seneca Gaius and Mrs. Gaius

Moderator: We hear the Song for the Arrival of the President{Presidential Fanfare} being played signalling the arrival of the President.

The image you are seeing on your screen is the arrival of the Prime Minister. It is important to note that other government ministers and opposition spokespersons are present on the Dignitary stand. Parliamentary speakers and officials have also arrived.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen the Prime Minister of the Union of Covonant The Most Honourable Imperatus Marl, and Mrs. Marl.

Moderator: This is the last time the Song for the Arrival of the Prime Minister{Fanfare of the Chief Command} will be played for Prime Minister Marl as he makes his final step as Prime Minister.

Time is now 12:08 and we see the man of the hour arriving now with his wife and son, the Prime Minister Elect Crassus Gais. We see him making his way through the Consul halls.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen the Prime Minister Elect of the Union of Covonant, the Honourable Crassus Gais, and Mrs. Gais.

Moderator: Noting he is not yet Prime Minister he will be introduced by the Song for the Arrival of Foreign Ambassadors and top diplomats. We see him making his way down along with his family to his designated seat.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen, the Speaker of the House Mrs. Lucretia Luci will do the opening prayer.

Lucretia Luci: Shall we pray. Our Father and our God, Thou hast said, ‘Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.’ We recognize on this historic occasion that we are a nation under God. This faith in God is our foundation and our heritage. Thou hast warned us in the Holy Scriptures, ‘If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?’ We confess that we are in danger of destroying some of those foundations, for at times our faith in Thee has faltered and we chosen to go our own way rather than the way that Thou wouldst have us go, both as individuals and as a nation. Forgive us, we pray, as we turn to Thee in repentance and faith. Restore us to Thyself and create within us a desire to follow Thy will for all our lives. As Gregoris Roberts reminded us in his farewell address, morality and faith are the pillars of our society. May we never forget that….
And now we come to a new era in our history. In Thy sovereignty Thou hast permitted Crassus Gais to lead us at this momentous hour of our history for the next five years. As he today places his hand upon the Charter and solemnly swears before Thee to preserve, protect and defend the Charter, give him the wisdom, integrity and courage to help this become a nation that is gentle and kind. Protect him from physical danger, and in the lonely moments of decision grant him Thy wisdom to know what is morally right and an uncompromising courage to do it. Give him a cool head and a warm heart. Give him a compassion for those in physical, moral and spiritual need. 0 God, we consecrate today Crassus Annanias Selvia Gais to the Prime Ministerial position of the Union of Covonant.

Moderator: At this time we will have a musical selection by the Combined Choir of the Union Navy

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen the Prime Minister Elect will now take the Oath of Office.

Moderator: The moment we have all been waiting for the official swearing in of a new Prime Minister. We see the Prime Minister Elect and the President make their way to the centre of the Dignitary stand.

President Gaius: Please raise your right hand placing your left hand on the Charter of the Union and repeat after me. "I Crassus Annanias Selvia Gais do solemnly and sincerely promise and declare that I will truly and faithfully, and to the best of my skill and knowledge, execute the powers and trusts reposed in me as Prime Minister of The Union of Covonant, so help me God."

Crassus Gais:

I Crassus Annanias Selvia Gais do solemnly and sincerely promise and declare that I will truly and faithfully, and to the best of my skill and knowledge, execute the powers and trusts reposed in me as Prime Minister of The Union of Covonant, so help me God

President Gaius: Congratulations Mr. Prime Minister.

Moderator: Covonant now has a new Prime Minister. The Most Honourable Crassus Gais the 53rd Prime Minister of Covonant. We see the Fanfare of the Chief Command being played for the new Prime Minister for the first time.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemen, the Marine Corp Band will now perform a celebratory piece for the Prime Minister. Marine Corp Band Celebratory piece

Moderator: The Prime Minister will now present his inaugural address.

Prime Minister Crassus Gais:

To his Excellency, the Most Honourable Seneca Gaius and Mrs. Gaius, to the former Prime Minister and now Leader of the Opposition the Most Honourable Imperatus Marl and Mrs. Marl. To the many Honourable foreign Prime Ministers and Presidents and Royal Majesties present, the your Excellencies Ambassadors of foreign nations to Covonant, to military generals, admirals and commanders, to members of the diplomatic corp, to all Covonantians, Good Afternoon. In compliance with a custom as old as the Government itself, I appear before you to address you briefly and to take in your presence the oath prescribed by the Charter of the Union of Covonant to be taken by the Prime Minister before he enters on the execution of this office. In this day the task of the people is to save the Nation and its institutions from disruption from without. To us there has come a time, in the midst of swift happenings, to pause for a moment and take stock--to recall what our place in history has been, and to rediscover what we are and what we may be. If we do not, we risk the real peril of inaction. My administration which I look to form will embody the yearn for change and action which we have not been privileged to receive for the past five years. This country, with its institutions, belongs to the people who inhabit it. Whenever they shall grow weary of the existing Government, they can exercise their constitutional right of amending it or their revolutionary right to dismember or overthrow it. For far too long we have been ignored our voice and views neglected. The day of change is nigh and the people of Covonant shall regain back the ability to control their country. It is not our will to make enemies nor to undo all the good that we have accomplished but it is more or right to determine our destiny and to safeguard our free institutions in the process. We have a moral and god-given duty to not only share our right with our other counterparts in desolate areas of the region but to ensure once shared it is upheld and respected. We have to take the mantle and become the force of good, the defenders of democracy. Democracy is not dying. We know it because we have seen it revive and grow. We know it cannot die because it is built on the unhampered initiative of individual men and women joined together in a common enterprise, an enterprise undertaken and carried through by the free expression of a free majority. We know it because democracy alone, of all forms of government, enlists the full force of men's enlightened will. We know it because democracy alone has constructed an unlimited civilization capable of infinite progress in the improvement of human life. We know it because, if we look below the surface, we sense it still spreading in every country, for it is the most humane, the most advanced, and in the end the most unconquerable of all forms of human society. This is the element that my administration will use as our guiding force to make the world anew. It is not to be interpreted as a will to destroy countries and make enemies but to be viewed as a duty that can only bring everlasting peace not only to Covonant but an everlasting peace to entire region. This is our burden that we valiantly endure. In the face of great perils never before encountered, our strong purpose is to protect and to perpetuate the integrity of democracy. For this we muster the spirit of Covonant, and the faith of Covonant. We do not retreat. We are not content to stand still. As Covonantians, we go forward, in the service of our country, by the will of God. Thank you and God Bless you, and God bless the Union of Covonant.

Moderator: The Prime Minister making his first address in the role of Prime Minister.

Announcer: Ladies and Gentlemee please be of standing for the playing of our National Anthem

Announcer: To the persons on the Dignitary Stand, we ask that you allow the official parties which includes the President, the Prime Minister and the Opposition Leader to leave first.

Moderator:At this time the Prime Minister will be led to the Room of Ascension to affix his signature to the instrument granting full powers of the Prime Minister. We will take a short break when we return we bring you live to the signing.

Moderator: Welcome back and if you are just joining us here on CBC, Covonant has a new Prime Minister. We take you live to the Room of Ascension inside the Consul where the Prime Minister Crassus Gais will affix his name to the instrument of The Office of the Prime Minister.

Crassus: This is it, the beginning of change. And with that I proclaim full authority over the Office of the Prime Minister.

*C.Gais

Moderator: And that ends our live coverage of the Inaugural ceremony of Crassus Gais, Covonant's 53rd Prime Minister. We thank you for joining us for our live broadcast on CBC, and our affiliate networks CBC ONE, CBC FOUR, CBC TWI, our partner stations NMC, and MNB. The Prime Minister's reception will be held momentarily to view that live you may watch the live streaming at our website at http://www.cbc1.cov. Do remember this is the CBC. Pleasant viewing.

by **Travencia** » Tue Jul 11, 2017 5:22 pm

7/11/2017

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Carpathia: State of Emergency Declared

Sprague: As the province wide general strike reached its seventh day, conflict escalated in a handful of cities. The capital Sprague was engulfed with rioters who have managed to completely block access to government square and downtown. Riot police armed and ready to confront them would quickly flee for cover by being overwhelmed and out numbered 10-1. Baltic however would once more be ground zero for carnage, with reports coming out around noon time about the local communist party offices having been set ablaze by the angry mobs. Quite a few Carpathian politicians have notably escaped to New Holland, or Travencia City but strangely none of the communist party politicians have surfaced or said a word sense the general strike began.

"The mood on the streets is change is needed, and its going to happen now. We haven't seen anything like this sense the late 80's, but realistically you'd have to go all the way back to the 20's to capture the sheer emotion and raw anger of the populace. Unlike before, the people aren't so isolated. They've gone abroad, either to the other provinces or even other countries and saw the vast differences in societies there compared to on the home front."

Our correspondent TJ Simone is on the scene covering the events as they unfold and will keep the Tymes up to date as events unfold.

by **Kobnia** » Wed Jul 12, 2017 7:56 am

2017-07-12

Port of Hailoni Container Ships

KOBNOPOL NEWS AGENCY

KOBNIA ANNOUNCES NEW CONTAINER LINE

HAILONI - The People's Ministry of Industry and Foreign Trade announced the creation of a new stateowned container line, KOBNIA OCEANIC TRADE LINES (pronounced KOT-el), designed to improve foreign trade between Kobnia and other economically like-minded nations in the Eastern Western Isles. This will be of particular important to the flourishing relationship between Kobnia and Velah, which is projected to be one of the most used routes. Planned sea routes to the newly formed EUSR are also reported to be in the process of being created. The Ministry of Industry said that while it will primarily focus on the Kavju and Southern Seas regions, it would like to eventually be able to go as far as Rooenan one day.

"We simply can't trust shipping lines from the capitalist nations in the region, who would think nothing of extorting Kobnia and other producers from communist countries. We must protect our products as well as our allies from unscrupulous practices. The recent hostility of LWI to the formation of the EUSR demonstrates that the capitalist nations of the Western Isles seek to impose their barbaric economic systems upon the socialist and communist nations of this region." said Vi Has Waya, People's Minister of Trade and International Development, speaking to reporters in Akutya.

The company, known under the acronym KOTL, will be based in Hailoni, Kobnia's largest port and economic capital. It has ordered the construction of five ships, which are currently in the process of being built in Hailoni's shipyards. A completion date was not given by the People's Ministry of Trade.

by **Shanowinn** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 12:35 pm

July 13, 2017
The New Shanowinn Telegraph
Termon, Shanowinn

The New Shanowinn Telegraph
The Better Telegraph

Karolíne Faoláin Goes to Public Amidst Comsedlon Ban

To who, or what, is this Highland so-called enemy a threat? It's neither you nor I, nor anyone really. Only the Ahernric tyrants!

Days ago Comsedlon member Karolíne Catrín Faoláin gave a bold speech to the Comsedlon, calling for changes and accountability as well as peace with the Highland Republic. As a result of her challenges, Ahern Chulainn NaAchill banned her from the Comsedlon.

Even though she may no longer participate with the Comsedlon for the time being, this censure hasn't stopped her. Karolíne Faoláin has instead turned to the public in Termon. Yesterday she made an appearance in a Termon park which is near to the capitol area. A large crowd gathered to hear her give another speech.

Some of the attendees have described her speech as "audacious," "charismatic," "enlightening." Although she repeated some parts of her prior speech to the Comsedlon, she also expanded further on the war, government tyranny, and corruption. At one point she even read aloud the Proclamation of the Highland Republic.

The gathering was largely peaceful; some attendees could be seen displaying signs supporting Faoláin and protesting along with her. Others displayed Highland Republic and Highland Republican Army symbolism, which the Ahernric authorities declared illegal in the past. Local law enforcement arrived on the scene but appeared not to intervene. Ahernric law enforcement arrived later--attempts were made to apprehend various suspects, but it appeared that many escaped.

by **Ecumeneia** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 2:47 pm

MAOISTS STAGE SEVEN TERROR ATTACKS
Háš Máowišta Tageśos Saapt Akkil~ Wncuɥ̱ꞇɯn Ńıɯnį Xονuɥ̱ɦnįnαt Cɦnįnɯ

Maoist Insurgency Begins with 7 Bombings in the Interior of Ecumeneia
Courtesy of the Commonwealth Daily - 7/13/17

| ERÍADNORÏM PALACE, TAHTOEĒN 13:20 | Following the ancient Selebįmboríl Festival, a series of Maoist (Communist Insurgents, known to be active since 2015) launched the deadliest attack in Ecumenian history, with the Palace being destroyed albeit a single wing that held the Royal Family's library. The City of Tahtoeēn was not the only city to see a deadly attack. The cities of Daikan, Muort, and Almalityçah suffered two attacks each. The Voe ethnic provinces of Anlera, Amalia, and Keresmai all saw Royal Government buildings, museums, or palaces be destroyed in devastating pressurecooker-bomb attaks. The death toll at the time is at 68, with an additional 291 injured. The Governments and the Minaxerexōn (Governors) of the 3 provinces have declared a state of emergency calling upon the government to send in the Imperial Armed Forces to their respective cities and capitals. |

| The relatively new Maoist Insurgency, from their official twitter, declared a People's War upon the Monarchy, the Royal Government, and the Mantle Council - stating the Mantle of Leadership has fallen to the people of Ecumeneia, with the monarchy no longer deserving of such worship. The leader of the Maoist Insurgency, known only as Prašándara has declared that the Maoist War upon the Monarchy will be eternal and unforgiving. The Maoists have gained some traction in the Ecumenian mountainous interior, with two known towns pledging financial support to Prašándara's Maoists. The Keresmai State Police has placed a level of inquiry/investigation on the unknown figure and his Maoist militias |'

The Palace Bleríandolín in flames after the Maoists broke into the gates, setting the Palace on fire

Banner with the Coat of Arms of the Ecumeneian Maoist Movement

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by **Haasar** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 5:43 pm

July 13th, 2017

Selago, Haasar

Nathan Blackwell Assassinated!

Emperor and leader of the Unionist Party Nathan Blackwell, 34, was assassinated yesterday morning. A man named Dorian Norman Xeran shot Emperor Blackwell through his office window on the fourth floor of his palace with a Dragunov SVU sniper rifle. The Unionist Party are planning a period of mourning until the 16th of July, and have appointed John Reaver as the new Emperor and leader of the Unionist Party.

by **Travencia** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 5:53 pm

7/13/2017

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Carpathian Civil Unrest Continues

Sprague: Civil Unrest continues in the province of Carpathia, with the flare ups of violence seeming to have subsided for the most part now. Protestors of all sides have converged here in the capital with hopes of sharing their messages to the media so TWI at large can get an idea of what's going on. Federal forces currently cannot get involved without the province formally requesting it to do so, something which currently seems unlikely with the legislature having dissolved for summer recess, as well as the capital grounds being surrounded by citizens taking their messages to the streets to share their discontent. We've had the pleasure of asking a variety of people why they are protesting.

Vince Latimer: Steelworker

"Before our people were pretty isolated with how things worked in other countries outside of Travencia. After spending six months working in Kanaute, Covonant we were exposed to how a government can operate with core values and principles different than the one we came from and for the most part it seemed to be a lot more functional and responsive to the changes in desires, opinions, and values of its citizens. The Communist Party of Carpathia has abused the fact it designed our governmental structure and continues to retain an oversized representation and participation within it due mostly to this legacy. Many of us union workers find that there are very few communist party supporters within our ranks, making us wonder if what the outside media says is true about whatever or not they really only have about 20% of the populations support some even questioning if that number itself is even too high. If that's the case and its support is so few and far between why does it continue to have a 1/3rd stake in the operation of our government!"

As you may have noticed the population is pretty informed and starting to question some bigger things than what is typically considered to be the flash point that initially caused the general strike. Here we'll ask another person, this time a lady standing with her children holding signs "Save our Future", "1 person 1 Vote," and "Fairness for All"

Nellie Wyasik: School Teacher

"Well you see I'm a school teacher here in the city, 7th grade to be exact. As we teach these children about their country and their homeland, even they begin to start questioning why things are the way they are. One of my students kept correcting me when we'd talk about the government and it being a democracy that the citizens participate, clearly questioning whatever or not we could consider ourselves a democracy due to the disconnect between the wishes of the people, and the make up of our government representatives. I think a good portion of the adults have sort of stayed in denial as progress happened in stages, especially in recent years after finally becoming a province but also even more so as our international exposure increased."

For those who may not know the land that is currently Carpathia hasn't always been considered and offered an equal footing at the table of the Travencian Federal Government. It was only admitted as a Province very recently in the year 2000, having at periods of time before that where its relationship with Travencia had been antagonistic and even hostile. We're making our way towards a group of protestors that seem to be somewhat different than the first one we encountered.

Mic Mack: Socialist Politician

"Hi there my name is Mic Mack, and I'm a politician in the government from the socialist party representing a district outside of the capital city Sprague here of mostly families who have seen their fortunes dramatically improve recently. The communists love to use this as propaganda to express the virtues of "Carpathian Exceptionalism" taking credit for something that shockingly has nothing to do with them. While I've only been a politician myself for the last 6 years, my father spent his life as one before me so I've seen a view of what sorta happens behind the curtain of politics. The communist party initially was adamant about separatism and independence, a rhetoric that contributed to the rise of groups and organizations seeking to obtain those goals by any means possible.

Ask anyone that lives here who was alive in the 1980's, our society and people were nearly torn apart from this conflict. The Carpathian Liberation Army would find itself swiftly overwhelmed by a much bigger and professional force from Travencia. At the time people were pretty welcoming of this as it brought peace and stability, but the backroom politics that would follow up after these events would turn this sentiment around and frame it as anger that its sovereignty was encroached while it lacked representation and participation in Travencia's governmental structures. This would end up being the roots of our current problem where Travencian forces don't wish to risk a diplomatic nightmare doing its job and restoring order to one of its provinces in part to a clause of our provincial ascension inserted by some communist legislatures at the eleventh hour requiring Travencia to be invited by the government of Carpathia before it could come to its citizens aid and put people on the ground as needed.

Listen here Mr. Reporter, I'm likely not supposed to share this but it has to be said and I trust you that you'll get this out there to Travencia, and the other nations abroad too. Two of the three parties that make up the Carpathian Government are here on the ground, in the capital desperately trying to do our duty and serve our fellow citizens. The missing link, the ones hiding out somewhere hoping to buy as much time maybe as possible are the Communist Party members of government. They're not answering their phones, emails, nobodies in their offices, they're not in their home districts either. Nobody has heard from them in a week now, while Carpathia is paralyzed due to their selfish choices. Of course the government officially doesn't want to share that its as divided and fragmented as it is, wishing to hold the silent front out of respect and courtesy but if you ask me that's just them serving their own needs while forgetting about what our primary duty and function is, serving the needs of our fellow citizens"

I wasn't expecting a chance to actually talk with someone from the government, but for perspective the socialist party has spent the last 40 years or so being the centrist party of reason here. There's some key differences of course between their ideology and the communist ideology but there are also some key similarities as well. If Mic Mack's attitude is any indication of the parties sentiment at large, Carpathia may very well be entering a brave new era. We're going to walk around here and try and search out and try to find any communist supporters among the throngs of people here.

As we make our way south of government square and get closer to a memorial for the site of the initially people's government that was formed within Carpathia, by Carpathians we finally find a small group of people holding up signs with embalms and symbols of the Communist Party. They're guarding what is considered by the party to be sacred ground to them and their view of the Carpathian government itself. There's a handful of younger males, but mainly the group is composed of older people, senior citizens in their 70's and 80's. I managed to get a chance to speak with one of them briefly before being cut of by one of the younger gentlemen.

Rita Williams: Pensioner

Good day to you sir, My name is Rita Williams and I'm a 77 year young lady who is a member and votes for the communist party. I confess its not the same kind party that captivated me and my peers in our youth, challenging the indifference from Travencia while taking the time to develop a state by themselves without any help except from us Carpathians. You know young man, I was standing at this very here square in 1961 when I had the chance to meet what was likely our greatest politician Leon Mandel. He was the man that went to Travencia City and came with a bold idea that we here in Carpathia could function the way we were functioning while still being a part of Travencia and participating within the federal government as equals rather than being cast aside as a territory, Travencia at the time didn't recognize the government of ours we had built.

Sadly I was cut of as the young men had tried to get the woman to stop talking with us, before one would finally push me out of their area telling repeating in loud yell "Its over, Its over." We decided to vacate the area for our safety and make our way back to our news offices in downtown Sprague before commenting on that particular scene.

As you can see and maybe get a sense of from that elderly woman is that a portion of communist supporters and voters remain loyal to this day due to some of the legacy and prestige it historically had in building Carpathia as we all know it today. If you remember she started to speak about the 1960's and some of the popular politicians from those days had went to the national capital in defiance of being told that they had no official authority for the territory and made a very compelling case to the nation about how they all consider themselves Travencian first, but also Carpathian too. These people were speaking in high regards the strength and power of the federal structure, coming just short of demanding the right to be apart of it.

This would mark the high water mark of the Communist Party and its strength within Carpathia, as it slowly start to wane as statesmanship and diplomacy would fail to make any progress. Its decline would speed up significantly in the next decade, with its support and friendship with the radical Carpathian Liberation Army proving to be significantly damaging when the CLA turned to terrorism that increasingly harmed more and more Carpathians rather than the federal enemies it claimed to be protecting Carpathia from. It would surprisingly survive the federal intervention that dismantled the CLA, and hold onto its significant voice in government due to the fondness of many many people who still remembered them as the founders and builders of Carpathian society and state rather than what they currently represent.

Carpathia and her citizens are clearly telling us, and the world that things must change from this nostalgia and cultural debt given to a political party that once was held close to the hearts of many here can no longer be given a blank check to participate in such a larger voice than it deserves. Except for a few bad apples here and there inciting violence, the majority of this exercising in personal expression is one surprisingly of peace, hope, and desire to become better than it was.

by **Dragao do Mar** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 7:43 pm

July 12, 2017 | Fortaleza, AL, Dragão do Mar

King Lorenzo Santiago attends to the CU Summit in Ainslie

Royal escort in Caranoor, Ainslie (7/12)

Yesterday, 11th, the king of Dragão do Mar, Lorenzo Santiago, departed from Fortaleza to Ainslie to attend to the Cooperative Union Summit in Caranoor for influential persons of each member state in the alliance. The decision caused a stir of governmental bodies, and great wonder of the Marian population. We talked to the Prime Minister Leonardo Pinheiro about his opinion.

"For a long time the king Lorenzo of Dragão do Mar planned to personally attend to an official event of the Cooperative Union in order to better represent Dragão do Mar, and, without important tasks in the month of July, he seized the opportunity to join the Summit in Caranoor. Since the announcement of the meeting, we managed his staff to successfully execute the travel, with total support of services of security and logistics.

Personally, i think that this is a amazing way to represent our country. Ok, i have to consent, this is the best way possible to represent it. What would be better than sending our monarch? - He laughs - And i must emphasize that it was his idea, we just worked together to make this possible."

Prime Minister Leonardo Pinheiro

Lorenzo of Dragão do Mar in the Pindaíba Palace (7/11)

As announced, Lorenzo Santiago departed in July 11th. He left the Pindaíba Palace, the royal residence, and was escorted by the Military Police and the Marian Royal Army through blocked streets and avenues. In some points of the route, crowd was formed to praise him. He went to the International Airport Santos Dummont in Fortaleza and got a direct flight in a personal airplane. Arriving in Ainslie, he was directed to his accommodation in Caranoor.

In 1:20 pm of today, 12th, Lorenzo Santiago was escorted through a short route to the location of the meeting in Caranoor. In a car, he was accompanied by two escorting details, one of military motorbikes and one of Marian Royal Guards formed by lancer cavalry. Lorenzo entered in the building accompanied by two dismounted Marian Royal Guards who followed him to the summit room.

We still waiting for more information about the meeting, stay tuned for more news.

by **Jahe Davmwoem** » Thu Jul 13, 2017 8:17 pm

Secularization Article added to Constitution!

7/13/17

Citizen Elect Piet Blanke publicly celebrating with his wife. Blanke, the first publicly admitted atheist elected in Jahe
History, fought hard for Article Nine.

Article Nine, which called for the immediate and total secularization of government, was passed by all of the Citizen Elects today, and signed an hour later by the Lord Protector.

Piet Blanke, who was the face of the article's campaign, spoke in victory today

Pondes only showed our nation how easy it is for a religious madman to take power in the previous system. Today we not only protect ourselves, we show the world that we will not stay in medieval times. We will be a modern nation,
which shares its success with all. I was proud to be the first elected man who told the world I am an atheist, but now no one has to hide.

Here is the Article

Article Nine: Secular Government

With the knowledge that a society of true religious freedom cannot exist in a society governed by religious laws, all religious powers over state will now be severed. The Head Priest of the Church of the Golden Mountain will now have no official powers of de jure or de facto proclamations. All religions will be equally protected, all laws will be passed from a secular view, and any favor or bias towards a religion are banned.

It should also be noted that the funds that used to be used to pay for temple upkeep will be given back in a massive tax break to the middle class.

by **San Jimenez** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 7:50 am

San Jimenez Condemns Extreme Maoist Movement in Ecumeneia!

House of Confederates in Session

• President Lucas Canone leaves to Ainslie for CU summit!
• Statues of Civil War leaders from both sides of the conflict were erected on Gran Teran.
• Trials of the SLSJ leaders are to commence in the following weeks.
• New bills pass making abortions illegal unless the birth threatens the live of the mother.
• Military parade to commence on Monday in Gran Teran.

Following recent attacks Ecumeneia, a close neighbor to San Jimenez, the House of Confederates condemned the actions taken by the Maoist Movement "extremists". The attacks have gained much attention from Jimeneans and it has begun an outcry for the Jimenean government to take action against communist threats. It is not apparent if the government will do such, but the government has expressed its support for the people of Ecumeneia and has proclaimed the movement a threat to national security in the area. Here is a statement from the Confederate who proposed the action to the House:

As Jimeneans, it is our interest to ensure the stability and well being of our neighbors and our allies. We condemn the actions taken by the Maoist Movement in Ecumeneia because it threatens the stability and well being of Ecumeneia's people and government. The Jimenean government is going to ensure that such actions will not be made here in our country or in our allied countries. San Jimenez is open to work with the government of Ecumeneia to subdue the great threat that is being faced. We are in opposition to the deadly actions this group has taken, we do not condemn any communist nations for its similar ideals to the movement. No matter the ideal or political standing, we must maintain peace for the well being of the people, that is our job as a government. Thank you.

Here in San Jimenez, hundreds of small businesses and public places display the flag of Ecumeneia in memorial of the lives lost and the victims of the attacks.

by **Ecumeneia** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 11:12 am

MAOISTS & COMMUNIST COALITION SEIZE TWO PROVINCES
Háš Máowišta qui Coálitzionè Comüništaś Tageśos Dui Provenchiò ~ Wncuɥ̱ꞇɯn Ńıɯnį Xονuɥ̱ɦnįnαt Cɦnįnɯ

Maoists & Communists Take Over Two Provinces; Declare the "Worker's Republic"
Courtesy of the Commonwealth Daily - 7/14/17

| ÉDÆÍN ISLAND (GOV. CONTROLLED), AMALIA 12:40 | Within 12 hours the cities of Daikan and Almalityçah, the seventh and eighth largest cities in the Commonwealth, fell to the Worker's Liberation Army, the newest product of the Maoist - now Communist - insurgency. The Maoists, along with their Leftist allies first began terror attacks three months ago, after the Constitution of the Commonwealth was disolved by the Monarch, bombing sites across the nation. From 9:00 PM to 11:00 AM the Worker's Army sacked government buildings, bombed garrisons, and killed around 2,893 Soldiers, Bureaucrats, and Nobles in Amalia and Anlera. Royal Forces and Militias were able to ward off any attempt at seizure on the island of Édæín, off the coast of Amalia. The Ecumeneian Commonwealth Armed Forces (Ekūményæ Comœnweltáh Terhármadosina Fōrç) has been slow to act, as the Xerexhēni has been worried about starting a Civil War. Left with no choice, Xerexhēni Amidala XXI of Sāhvīīshār ordered the ECTF to resecure Daikan and Almalityçah from the island of Édæín. |

• HCG Amidala dissolves elected government!
• State of civil declared by the Ministry of Internal Security.
• Mantle Council takes over democratic functions, giving Amidala complete executive authority.
• Twelve new bombings rock the three Šaįhizi provines
• Commonwealth Armed Forces secure the island of Édæín from the Worker's Liberation Army

| From the port city of Muort, the Commonwealth Marine Force began its amassing, in response to the Communist blockade of the Straits of Celembrímbor. The Commonwealth Air Liberation Force has been ordered to not bomb or enter Communist controlled territories on the account of the lack of knowledge of this surprise group. With a stalemate among Commonwealtha and Communist forces, and the Xerexhēni unable to engage, the Province of Qeresmai began to send members of its own "Provincial Defense Army" to the border. This action was followed by the PDA of Ištriya, Qeresmaia, and the three Šaįhizi states. The defense of the states bordering the Ecumenian Worker's Republic. Following the declaration of the Worker's Republic, the Ministry of Internal Security has declared a state of emergency and civil war in the Commonwealth, moving the nation into a state of Martial law - which prompted the Monarch to dissolve the elected government and the Trien Council, leading to nation-wide protest. In several cases across many of the southern provinces, bombings and vandalization occurred. |

| THĖDA PALACE, THŒLANIS 4:50 PM | Following one of the most shocking day in the nation's history, Commonwealth forces were surprised by chemical attacks on the front lines, with both sides expressing extreme brutality, with several townships calling for an investigation into the immediate actions of the first and eighth legions of the 3rd Army in Anlera-Sehrin border. The capial, following the disolution of the elected government saw the Xerexhēni give an explanation to the following events, as well as adressing the kindness of San Jimenez: |

It is in these times in which we must remain united and strong to put a front against the forces who wish to divide us. We will never yield to the wishes of the Leftists, for we retain the Mantle. The Commonwealth shall not perish, and the Ecumenians lost represent the need to consolidate power. I have a solemn and divine duty to protect my people, and with a death toll of 3,000 - it is clear that the elected government to which I have confided my power in no longer is acting effectively. As soon as the Maoists and their Communist allies surrender their arms we can reform a new government based on true effect and true representation. The Monarchy, and the office of the Xerexhēna do apologize for this.

We thank the the Confederative Republic of San Jimenez, their support against the Maoists and Leftists will be incremental to the restoration of peace and prosperity across Gael. The ancient and divine institution of the Mantle rests its blessing within the Confederative Republic and its peoples! Righteous they are! Blessed them be in this war of ideologies, and our gratitude are vested in them.

Map of the Worker's Liberation Army's advances

WLA Soldiers marching in the cold hills of the Anleran Gïyas Hills

by **Areguelista** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 2:46 pm

Armenta Announces Release Schedule for 2017

July 14, 2017|Areguelista 24

CONTERA, AREGUELISTA - Armenta Group Chairman Julián Armenta today announced the company's release schedule for the second half of 2017. Currently, the lineup consists of the Eon and Motive minicars, Passion and Surge compact cars, and Echo, Nebula, and Icon SUVs.

Armenta stated that a replacement for the aging Echo should be expected within the next month, as well as a larger sedan slotted above the existing Surge. Towards the end of the year, Armenta is expected to release a plug-in hybrid model of the Passion compact hatchback.

by **Verona Beach** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 5:23 pm

Markwardt with his wife just before departure.
CM Departs for CU Leaders Summit

Verona Beach Chief Minister Roland Markwardt departed for Naval Base Caranoor in Ainslie today to join in the Cooperative Union Leaders' Summit in the town. Markwardt expressed excitement in going to the meeting, the first since Verona Beach joined the Union. Topics for discussion are expected to include the Maoist insurgency in Ecumeneia, as well as civil unrest in Travencia.

7/14/17

by **Tectonix** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 5:59 pm

BREAKING NEWS: Valdr Maxwell Announces Record-Breaking International Trade
Winston Gorgovin, The Stellanova Times | July 14 2017

Valdr Alexander Maxwell and his wife a few minutes prior to the head of state's press conference.

- (Stellanova City, Tectonix) Commenting on Tectonix's international relations during a press conference at the 2017 National Economic Forum, Valdr Maxwell announced that our nation has seen its share of global trade skyrocket, with the trade surplus increased by another $2.07 billion. "The decision to join the Cooperative Union has been proven to be an ever-increasing benefit to our sovereign state and its people. The Union has allowed us to, among other matters, modernise our ports, strengthen our product regulations, create new diplomatic links spanning the globe and provide a business-friendly environment to all Tectonixians here and abroad. Such is this boost in our nation's productivity that I can report that the federal government has increased its funding for cutting-edge medical apparati, repaving old roads and modernising our school system, among many other facets that will be reported by the media shortly. Our nation is growing and flourishing, and it is thanks to us not closing our borders, but opening them to the wonders of a strong economic union."

The Government Revenue Agency (GRA) has corroborated the Valdr's claim in a lengthy report that can be viewed publicly on their webpage.

COOPERATIVE UNION: Secretary of State Alder Departs for Ahnslen-held CU Summit
Winston Gorgovin, The Stellanova Times | July 14 2017

Secretary Alder sitting in at the summit in Cananoor, Ainslie.

- (Stellanova City, Tectonix) Secretary of State Giovanni Alder has left for Ainslie to represent Tectonix in the 2017 Caranoor Summit for the Cooperative Union. Sources say that the Secretary plans to address the concerns over establishing a peacekeeping force, the likes of which has been notably necessary in light of civil unrest in Travencia, a close Tectonixian ally. Chief National Ambassador Entemont was unable to attend due to him facilitating as Interim Admissions Director for the Cooperative Union, and is reported to be submitting the paperwork to admit the nation of Grand Force to the Union.

by **Covonant** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 8:00 pm

July 14, 2017
Coventry, Covonant

CBC Headlines
Prime Minister Gais selects new Cabinet members
Consul resumes on Friday
Fruitful discussion had with Ventlimian President, says anonymous source
Foreign Minister to represent Covonant at CU Summit
Covonantian troops to permanently leave San Javier, says Defense Minister
Prime Minister Gais concerned with political violence grappling Travencian province, commends Jahe on new constitutional reform
Foreign Ministry approve summons of Covonantian CU Ambassador from Tectonix lawmakers

Prime Minister Gais selects new Cabinet members

Prime Minister Crassus Gais on Wednesday in an induction ceremony held at the Presidential Palace presented to the country his new cabinet of government Ministers. Some in Covonant are expressing dissatisfaction with the new Prime Minister's selection as they note the lack of diversity and the few women in major government ministries. Prime Minister Gais have however ignored the comments while retaining all the government positions of the previous administration.

The new government ministers for the ministries are:

At the Induction Ceremony, Prime Minister Gais expressed his hope that his administration will provide the promises made during the election. He also cautioned the new Ministers that their role will be scrutinized heavily and if underperformed will be removed.

Ladies and Gentlemen I present to you the Ministers of the various government Ministries in Covonant. I hope that my administration will reflect the changes we wish to see in Covonant and that these individuals will work hard to fulfilling the promises we have made during the campaigns. I will state that my administration will be different from previous administrations, where your task will be scrutinized not only by me but the people we represent, and I can assure if that task is not representative of the people of Covonant, unlike previous administrations, I will move to make changes in my administration. Now I say to you go forth and make the people of Covonant proud.

Political Commentator Mikael Stoke is commending the government for what he calls a representative choice in selecting the people of his Cabinet.

The talks about the administration not be a representative of the Covonantian society is not only a bias statement but it is also not factual. We see for this new administration that it has 5 females which is the same amount the previous administration had, so are we to say that the previous administration was misogynist. And people are saying the new administration is racist. And I hang my head in shame that the Democratic Party of Covonant is leading that conversation. The new administration has 1 Taurot and 1 Khas as opposed to the previous administration that had one Khas but no Taurot. And let's be frank, it could have been more diverse, but the majority race in this country is Neburisan and I think it is troubling to suggest a Prime Minister select his cabinet based on race and gender as opposed to what an individual can bring to his adminsitration. I mean this administration has created a first in Covonantian history, where our new Foreign Affairs Minister for the first time ever is a woman. That is a big thing for this new government. Not only that we also see females being given portfolios that are not the traditional soft government Ministries such as the Ministry of Community and Local Government and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Consul resumes on Friday

The Consul resumed today with the new administration in place. The Opposition also was in place where Opposition Leader Imperatus Marl presented his shadow cabinet to the Consul. The Opposition Leader expressed that all former government ministers under his administration has remained with only one post being changed. The former Minister of Foreign Affairs Tilonius Vesa will not serve as a opposition spokesperson in the Imperatus Marl led Opposition as he opted from taking on any government role. The new opposition spokesperson on Foreign Affairs is Mischa Stillana.

At the opening ceremony both Prime Minister Gais and Imperatus Marl addressed the chamber outlining their hopes for the new government. Prime Minister Gais expressed that his government will make the necessary changes the previous administration failed to do and he express that it will not be business as usual.

I make it clear that this government will be responsible. We will tackle domestic issues head on, and never shy away from international events that poses serious threats to Covonantian lives and interest overseas. This administration will not be business as usual. What I however ask for is the cooperation from the opposition, as we are here to conduct the business on behalf of the people who elected us.

Opposition Leader Imperatus Marl expressed that his administration is willing to work with the new government but express that it will not compromise on issues that are to grave.

My administration looks to work with the new government. We are all Covonantians and at the end of the day our duty is to those we represent and serve, but I can't make any promises that we will see eye to eye, in fact what we will not do is to compromise our position on matters that are too grave to just ignore or push aside, or allow the government to be excessive in its conduct of roles.

The Consul conducted on business as usual, with no major changes to the political year. The new government will have to run on the same budget of the previous administration until next year March when a new budget can be produced. A new Parliamentary cycle begins next year February at the end of the quarter.

Fruitful discussion had with Ventlimian President, says anonymous source

An anonymus source is reporting that private meetings held between Prime Minister Gais and President of Ventlimer Bulnir Aslat was fruitful and diplomatic. The private source express that talks ranged from the environment, future relations and Ventlimer role in the MSTO. It is alleged that Prime Minister Gais and President Aslat will be looking to engage in state visits which many have already stated goes against the new Prime Minister's stance throughout the election campaign. Political Commentator Mikael Stokes express that what we may see is a Prime Minister that realises his role is not the same as Opposition Leader.

If the report is true and the talks were fruitful and diplomatic, what we may be seeing or what we will see is a Prime Minister understanding that his role is different to that of Opposition Leader. That you are free to say whatever you want as Opposition Leader but as Prime Minister, the country and the region is more going to take you seriously than anyone else. I am pleased that this shows a different side to the man but it is his first week in office and there as not been a major crisis to test what he is capable of. I mean the problem in Travencia might be his time to shine.

Foreign Minister to represent Covonant at CU Summit

Foreign Affairs Minister Lydia Abbasca

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Lydia Abbasca first diplomatic trip will be to Caranoor, Ainslie. The Minister will be accompanied by several Covonantian business leaders and foreign service officers in the Ministry. She will leave Covonant on Friday afternoon. Many are expressing shock that the government will be taking part in a CU event noting the administrations anti-cu stance. The Foreign Minister expressed that as long as Covonant is in the CU, the government will respect that and play its part in ensuring that Covonantian interest are not compromised.

I am delighted to be representing Covonant and Covonant's interest at the CU the largest political and economic union in the region. I don't believe in the sentiment that because the administration may not be accepting of the Cooperative Union, as we still believe it was formed without the consent of the people and our membership in the alliance is illegitimate, but we are in it and the best that I can do in representing my country and the interest of Covonant is to attend and to see what this organisation is all about, because we really don't know what it is, so it is a perfect opportunity for me to interact with other CU leaders and citizens and see the organisation workings at firsthand.

Covonantian troops to permanently leave San Javier, says Defense Minister

Defense Minister Crixus Ignacio

Minister of Defense Crixus Ignacio in his first address to the Consul in his role as Defense Minister expresses that Covonantian troops will be permanently deployed from San Javier. The Minister express that the operation was not in the interest of Covonant and his first duty is to see Covonant's full military involvement ends.

My first defense policy option which will commence immediately next week Tuesday is to see the total permanent redeployment of troops from San Javier to Ailis Naval Base in Corindia. This operation was a burden on the taxpaying Covonantian, and a disgrace for the previous administration for failing to end their involvement in a foreign state.

The Defense Minister note that he will be visiting the island next week to see the policy in action. He also plans to visit Corindia to discuss the Communist East.

I intend to make a trip to San Javier to ensure that the policy option transition smoothly. I also intend to see that our post on the island decommissioned. We have no business there and what this mission was, was an overt expansion of Covonantian militarism around the region that cost millions of Crowns. I will ensure that a report is sent to the Consul hearings which will commence in the next two weeks concerning our involvement in San Javier. I also look to make a diplomatic visit to Corinidia to discuss Covonant's position and policy options that will be taken against the Communist East. Covonant will be bold in our efforts but decisive in what we see as threats to Covonantian interest, San Javier is not a threat.

Prime Minister Gais concerned with political violence grappling Travencian province, commends Jahe on new constitutional reform

Prime Minister Crassus Gais is today expressing major concerns following reports of political violence grappling the Province of Carpathia in Travencia, Covonant's closet neighbour to the west. In speaking to the media following the end of the first session of the Consul, Prime Minister Gais expressed that Covonant is extremely concerned and is demanding the Travencian government intervene to prevent more violence and deaths.

The Travencian government needs to intervene in this matter. For one it poses great challenges for Covonant, in that we have a large number of Covonantians employed in the industrial sectors of Carpathia and if any Covonantian citizen should find themselves in danger I will not relent to intervene to protect Covonantian lives. This conflict also affects Covonantian investment in the country, as Carpathia is the province that sees the largest Covonantian investment in Travencia. If this matter continues without any serious moves at ending the violence, Covonant will not hesitate to sanction the province.

Prime Minister Gais notes that Covonant does not support Communist governments and to have one within "Covonant's Backyard" and sphere of influence poses serious threat to not only Covonant but other countries in Covonant's sphere of influence.

I find it funny that we place attention on Communism to the east and to the north, but fail to tackle the issue of Communism to the south of the region and beside Covonant too. That is a problem not just for Covonant but countries within the surrounding area of the Mesder. My hope is to see that the communist party in that province removed, but I want it removed without their being any violence. I am however waiting to hear from the Travencian government what route they plan to take as this is a sovereign issue, but Covonant will not wait long. I will be in dialogue with President McMurray of Travencia and Ambassador Albano to see what are their options. Covonant options however will be to lead an economic embargo on the province which should get the support from the rest of Travencia, we have to contain communist elements and root them out before they spread their influence

The Prime Minister notes that a meeting with the Defense Ministry, the Foreign Ministry and the Ministry of Internation Development and International Trade will be held soon to discuss Covonant's role in the matter.

The Prime Minister also took the time to commend Jahe Davmwoem on the passage of its new constitutional reform in providing for separation of Church and State.

I am pleased with the developments taking place in Jahe. Covonant believes in the democratic institutions and we see where Jahe is moving in that direction. It is a move and a policy we support and I hope to have a meeting with Jahe leader Cornelis sometimes in the coming week to see how we can continue the normalising of relation, provided that we are pleased with democratic elements in the country. So we will be monitoring their institutions and their laws as we are adamant that we want a Mesder free of Communist or non-democratic elements and we will achieve it

Foreign Ministry approve summons of Covonantian CU Ambassador from Tectonix lawmakers

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved a summons from the Tectonix Senate requesting the presence of the Covonantian Ambassador to the CU with hopes of clearing any misconceptions had of the new administration. Minister of Foreign Affairs Lydia Abbasca expressed that the Ministry has no issue in the summons and believe that it serves to quell the negative views had of the administration.

I find it funny that countries around the region are negative towards the Prime Minister and his policies which are for the interest of Covonant and Covonantians. We are an open government and willing to cooperate with countries that we deem are integral to Covonant's interest in the region. Tectonix is a country that Covonant holds in high esteem so we approved the summons and the Ambassador to the CU should appear before them next week Tuesday.

When asked on Covonant's role in the region, the Minister expressed that it is too early to call.

We can't state what positions we will take on the major issues around the region as it is our first week and normally you would have to wait months before that can properly be expressed.. What I can say is that we have an idea of how we want our policies and I think so far many can identify that we are an administration that will not relent, we will not back down and we will continue to be expressive when we feel an issue is too major to ignore.

DO REMEMBER THIS IS THE CBC

Reporter: Illythia Reid.

by **Ventlimer** » Fri Jul 14, 2017 8:33 pm

7-14-17
Ventliri, Ventlimer
Ventliri Public Broadcasting

Palace Announces Agricultural and Irrigation Programs, Makes Statement Regarding Carpathian Violence, Confirms Meeting with Crassus Gias

The Presidential Palace today released a statement announcing a new range of programs under the recently created Agricultural Department. The programs include education, subsidization, and irrigation. These, along with the dams being built just up the river from Valshwab, will mark the beginning of along process of reforming the agricultural industry to live up the standards needed by Ventlimians.

While the measures were welcomed with open arms in congress and the people in general, small farmers were angered by the move.

"The move to subsidize and force us to reeducate and reequip our farms will destroy the small farm families," a Trade Union Representative said. "Small farms simply do not have the capital to spend on new equipment, attending educational classes, or modifying their farms for these horrendous irrigation regulations."

"These concerns are unfounded," Vulkna Basnut, the new head of the Agricultural Department said. "While small farms do make the backbone of the Agricultural community, the fact of the matter is that agriculture is a national issue and not just a mom and pop operation. The government will subsidize their restructuring and it should come at little to no cost, but we cannot ignore the problems our decentralized agricultural community has brought to our nation."

However, criticism has been leveled at Mr. Basnut for being on the board of two major Agricultural Companies.

"How can the Agricultural Department protect small farms if it is led by a representative of the agricultural giants," another trade unionist asked. "President Aslat promised to rid us of corruption, but instead he picks corporate board members for his Administration."

The concerns fall on deaf ears, however, and the programs are set to begin in Spring of next year while construction on new irrigation systems will begin this year.

President Makes Statement on Travencian Violence

Over the last weeks, socialists in the Carpathian districts of Travencia have been protesting and tension gathering. Recently, a general strike turned violent as the province once again faces a communist threat. The President made this statement in regards to it:

"The Iron Republic denounces all activities of these leftists in Carpathia, their recognition of the EUSR, and the violence that has taken place. Travencia is a long and stable friend of Ventlimer's and will not let it become an unstable nation."

Palace Confirms Nature of Meeting with Gias

Earlier today, CBC in Covonant reported that the meeting between Aslat and Gias had been fruitful despite the words of both leaders on their campaign trails. Today, the President confirmed those reports.

"Mr. Gias and I spoke on a number of issues that you would expect, including the environment and our MSTO membership. While this was a first meeting, it was rather fruitful and our various departments will begin communicating on a number of issues soon. Hopefully, this will lead to better relations which would not only be beneficial for Xovenat, but for the Mesder and the region as a whole."

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