Paris Peace Conference, 2017 [New Earth Only]

[Alcase]

Paris Peace Conference of 2017

14 May, 2017

The belligerents of the Baltic Conflict were assembled once more, after ignoring their pledge of peace just a few weeks earlier in Praevalidus. This was no relevant matter now, as the nations that had been at eachothers throats for the past few months were congregating once again in Paris, this time to reach a more concrete Peace agreement. The Fascists were encroaching on the beautiful resources of Eastern And Northern Europe, and it is in the best interests of all to ensure the peaceful resolution of any conflict, small or large, and to provide the people of Eastern Europe the solidarity and peace-of-mind that they deserve.

The entire city of Paris was essentially on lock-down for the day. The hot, smoggy morning gave an humid, ominous aura to the cleared arrondissements of the City of Light. Many roads were backed up as traffic was rerouted to different streets surrounding Charles de Gaulle Aeroport.

As the delegate-carrying aeroplanes arrived, the airport began busying itself. Flight crews and security parties surrounded the executive aircraft while their guest passengers disembarked. The Parisian odeur-de-pain embraced the delegates' noses while the condensation of the low-level clouds began drenching the men and women in Continental crystals.

Parisian policemen surrounded all the native security details, wanting to show the belligerents that they were secured from possible Alcasian partisanship as well as any threats that housed themselves within the homes of Alcase.

Once the motorcades arrived in front of 55 Rue de Faubourg Saint-Honore, the Alcasian Minister of Foreign Affairs displayed himself apart from the usual executives dressed in the front of the Palais d'Elyesee. He greeted each delegate as they disembarked their transportation, and encouraged them all to step inside the Executive residence. Once everyone had arrived, they were all to sit in a room with its door left ajar, leaving the press with a clear view of the entire meeting.

[Edelreich]

The Prime Minister seated herself quietly, the Edelreich's Minister of Foreign Affairs taking a seat beside her. She noted the distant presence of the media and had a picture of her taken rather quickly as she glanced at them. It wasn't unusual for her since almost all of her speeches and meetings were made public at some point, but she assumed that the presence of the fascists here would require a degree of solitude. It could be jarring. Or they'd just continue playing the role they've played in public for some time now.

Normally it wasn't common for Mader to follow-up a conference personally; especially since the Edelreich had an excellent foreign affairs reputation. Even when it required a higher echelon of government representation, the President was usually sent to advocate for them. That would of been the case today but von Eichenberg and Mader had a falling out before they departed. She had a list of requests and stances for the President to follow during the conference, and owing to their mutual distaste of each other, he refused out of principle. So it was that the Prime Minister was now here in Paris.

[Federal States of Xathuecia]

Magistrat Javier Rojo walked in with a lavish black cape following him. Dressed in a formal suit with a few military decorations, Rojo clearly looked uppity, especially with the cape. He walked with his chin up and finding his seat, he sat down. He had come alone. The old idiot, the Queen's father, had wanted to come along. But he had had him kept in the hotel. The man was a bumbling idiot it felt like and he sought to represent the Eslarya with strength, not with moronic attitude.

The meeting seemed too calm, calm before the storm perhaps? No, that was too much of a cliche. Something more powerful. Hmmm....

Taking out a note pad and a pen, he prepared to begin discussion. He was a simple man but he had to be prepared. The Queen's life was at stake, quite literally.

[The Canadiens]

Prime Minister David Tremblay along with the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Overseas Organisations took to their assigned seats after giving several slight grins and waves to the numerous representatives of the international media overlooking the meeting that was about to take place. As a war in Europe seemed inevitable Canada would now play a major role in securing the future stability and safety of Europe, maintaining the image of the bright-optimistic Canadian figure became an important objective for Canada's leaders and representatives more so than previous months and years to give off the impression that Canada will be ready to deal with whatever outcome of the rapidly changing times. The peace talks were only part of the reason why the PM himself was in Alcase, in the background of this meeting a new defensive organisation was being discussed between Canada and the free nations of Europe in light of the end of La Francophonie that will ensure mutual safety and cooperation between the two groups. Following this meeting more conversations between Canada and Alcase are to take place in Paris before the PM is due to visit Berlin to discuss the creation of the new organisation with the Germans.

Behind the positive appearance of the Canadians sitting at the table a certain level of anxiety loomed over the Prime Minister in particular. He knew how fickle the fascists were when dealing with free nations, the renewal of the Arctic Treaty was a testament to that and thus he feared that a lasting peace could be impossible to achieve due to their ideology's very nature of domination and displays of power. While these thoughts swirled in the PM's head he watched as the other representatives of the other nations that are part of this meeting took to their places.

[The Scandinavians]

The Scandinavian motorcade arrived at the residence where the talks were due to take place. Isar Fritzsson, the same envoy who negotiated with La Francophonie stepped out of his vehicle and was given the Party salute by two of his guards who carefully overlooked his entrance into the building. Fritzsson himself was calmly composed if not disinterested in his surroundings, he care very little for the city or building he was present in and cared practically entirely on his objective at hand. Ignoring the press who were camped outside the meeting room save for a few quick glances he entered the meeting room and immediately attracted the attention of everyone who was present in the room. Despite the obvious suit-and-tie attire of the other individuals in the room Fritzsson wore his Party uniform complete with its symbols, emblems, and medals that he earned during his career in the navy.

He adjusted his uniform slightly before placing his briefcase adorned with the Fatherland Party's emblem down as he took his seat. He quickly scanned the room around him, taking note of the people he would be dealing with here many of whom were different than what he expected, being particularly surprised by the German and Canadian Prime Minister's presences being here. "At the very least it will make passing Svansson's message to the Germans easier. Less of a middleman I have to bother myself with" he thought to himself as he lit a cigarette and placed his papers on the table in front of him. As this meeting occurred military action in Estonia was halted, he hoped that these talks that democracies love so much were not going to be a giant waste of his and his nation's time.

[Chunmei]

Christ knows I'm getting far too used to this sort of atmosphere...

Chunmei's delegation to the Paris Peace Conference, consisting of Han Yeong-sul, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Chang Hyun-ah, Minister of Defense, barely had enough time to acknowledge the media circus gathering outside the meeting chambers before hurrying inside to take their seats... and even then, their attention quickly spiraled towards the colorful ladies and gents dutifully seeking out their own seating assignments. Minister Chang, a relative newcomer to her particular echelons of power, was clearly taking the time to analyze her relatively unfamiliar surroundings, but Minister Han on the other hand was just shaking his head in that same old air of familiarity he always peddled before the cameras on the midnight news.

"This ought to be good...," he murmured in the defense minister's direction as he blankly eyed some of the other foreign lieges present among the masses... he looked just about ready to stab someone when his eyes fell upon the Scandinavian delegation, almost like a lion baring its teeth in the presence of a pack of hyenas.

"Your optimism is an example for the generations... sir," Minister Chang responded dryly as she attempted to mentally note down the more... boisterous faces perched at the tables that day. In all honesty, she was just as eager as him to see any sort of hardline, no-bullshit response to Scandinavia's reckless aggravation of tensions in northern Europe... but even then, she wasn't about to cross her fingers over it. Angry posturing was all Finland ever seemed to get when the fascists rolled in and shafted them six ways to Sunday... would Estonia really merit much more?

[Nowistrana]

Nowistranas Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergey Ivanov, sat down on his assigned seat quietly. He kept an eye on the foreign delegations without attracting too much attention. This was mostly a courtesy visit, as nobody in Nowistrana hoped to reach an agreement with the West. Therefore, the General Secretary had not given him any instructions but to return as soon as possible. Nowistranian soldiers in Estonia had to halt and waited for further orders.

"What a waste of time. Those people are not here for talking to us, they came here to demand things from us. Well, at least the Scandinavians are here too, at least someone with whom I can get along", he thought to himself.

[Alcase]

The Foreign Affairs Minister glanced around, ensuring everyone that had arrived was comfortable to begin. "Please ensure our privacy, Jerome," Minister Dubois stated, beckoning to his staff-member standing in front of the press, who were starting to get annoying with their constant camera flashes despite the room having adequate artificial and natural lighting.

The staff member informed the cameramen and journalists that they were now securing the room for everyone's privacy, and that they will be shutting the door until further notice. Once the young man had done his job, the Alcasian Foreign Affairs Minister turned towards the UFIN delegates.

"The Alcasian Republic has called this meeting to ensure that the continent of Europe, and indeed the world at this point, is to remain at peace. The people of this Earth deserve the decency of their human rights, and I believe that the continent of Europe is spiraling down a dark path towards instability. Now, what is it you want out of so ruthlessly attacking the Estonians?"

[The Scandinavians]

Fritzsson raised an eyebrow at the Alcasian foreign minister following his question regarding Scandinavia's actions in Estonia, both taken slightly aback and impressed by the boldness of the man. Immediately realizing the kind of meeting this gathering would turn out to be, he took a brief moment to enjoy his cigarette before leaning forward and folding his hands together. "I will not go out of my way to argue with your ideas and concepts of "human rights" in regards to animals, so I will continue on topic. What we want is quite simple, herr Dubois" he began before briefly glancing down at one of the papers on the table in front of him. "Three things; justice for the death of Lederen Arnt Hylen and the crew on board his flight earlier this month, allowing for the trial of those involved in his death in a Nordic court of law. Reparations for the damages these Finno-Estonian terrorists, whom you seem favor so greatly which personally I can not understand, have caused both to our civilians, through piracy, bombings, et cetera, and to UFIN military forces in the region. Finally, the future security of the Baltic Sea through either a complete Finno-Estonian disarmament or a partition of land between ourselves and our allies, Nowistrana, to ensure that this sort of situation does not happen again."

"Now, are fully aware that, in what can be only described as a case of unnecessary international meddling, the Germans in particular have taken military casualties and have occupied southern Estonia for the quote "protection of the Estonian people", so we are prepared to fully compensate you adequately for the damages our forces may of, unfortunately, caused to your military."

[Chunmei]

"I wasn't aware the Nordic courts had the proper authority to try an entire cabinet...," Mr. Han piped in, "...unless, as I'm getting the impression here, you're seriously asking us to believe the sudden and, might I say, conveniently-timed death of the late Lederen was entirely the doing of the "Finno-Estonian terrorists" you seem to expect nothing but red carpets and unconditional worship from after you violated their sovereignty, killed countless scores of their fellow citizens and relegated them to little more than... "animals", as you so eloquently put it just now?"

Mr. Han, much to his chagrin and as usual, had been advised in advance to keep his tongue in check when the discussions began at the peace conference, but he knew the public would be far more disappointed about his acts of self-restraint than his cohorts in the Commune would be about his cavalier attitude towards the political situation at hand. Besides, he was never one to talk softly to fascist despots like Fritzsson, and the outrageous demands being thrown out against the Estonians did not help one bit.

[Federal States of Xathuecia]

"Death to your civilians?"

Rojo smirked and looked at the man.

"It's clear that either you are acting dumb or just plain stupid. Because your military, yes, YOURS, has been responsible for the MOST civilian causalities. Your military has attacked civilians. It is wholeheartedly you who escalated the situation. We are not defending terrorists but what you are doing, you are making a war out of nothing. Nova Aralia was also terrorized but you do not see them enter into some military escalation. Now, I'm not sure if this was some elaborate government plot but what I am sure of is that is all so very convenient for the Scandinavians to have a threat to deal with it. And like you always do, the answer is simple: Annex. Now in Eslarya, we have a simple rule that perhaps you forgot or maybe never learned, no fault of yours I'm sure. That rule is: If it's not yours, don't take."

[Edelreich]

"I would advise you to refrain from insulting our forces in Estonia. The majority of this delegation recognizes that we were invited by the Estonians; specifically for the purpose of preventing Scandinavia and Nowistrana from eradicating them." Minister Baier said quickly in response. He didn't take kindly the attempt by UFIN to paint the Germans as aggressors the last couple days.

The Prime Minister was in agreement.

"The death of Hylen was a horrible accident, yes, but entirely caused by Scandinavia's plots in the Baltic. The invasion of Finland has heightened security on the whole continent, yet he continued to fly over Estonian defensive networks? A tragic mistake - by your government." Mader said, taking a moment to recall the rest of his demands. "There will be no partitioning. Estonia is not an actor in this conflict, especially since Scandinavia and Nowistrana have invaded them. Regardless of how much you think so, Scandinavia does not own the Baltic."

She paused for a moment, deciding to also add in her personal thoughts. "I can assure you, Herr Fritzsson, that you will not find the same degree of friendship and appeasement here that you did with Emperor Aleksander. You're not in Praevalidus now; I can promise you we won't be as unconcerned."

[Federal States of Xathuecia]

A audible 'hmpf' from Rojo was heard at the mention of the Aeurian Emperor.

[Nowistrana]

Ivanov was surprised by how fast the conversation escalated. While the other delegations started snarling at each other, Ivanov was sitting in his chair quietly. He wasn't the person to get angry but instead, he knew how to remain calm in the most situations and besides, it wasn't the first time dealing with bold foreigners. He sighed and took a sip from his glass of water in front of him.

"First of all, I would suggest that all delegations calm down for a moment. Second of all, I came here because I was told that during this conference we will civilly settle our disputes in the Baltic Sea but instead I and the esteemed Mr. Fritzsson have to listen to your accusations and hatred. We came all the way here to Paris because we want to cooperate but if that is all we can expect from you, not that I would be surprised, I don't see why UFIN delegations should continue attending such meetings in the future. Our time, as well as yours I suppose, is too precious to be wasted like that.", he answered calmly without even looking at the other delegations but instead looking at the pen in his hands.

He took a deep breath and continued, "I suggest you should think about how you would like to continue this conference because I will not listen to such things any longer. It's time to decide whether you want to negotiate peace or to continue insulting and accusing us. Do you negotiate things like that in the West? By insulting your partners?"

[The Canadiens]

""Justice" does not require bombs, mister Fritzsson" Prime Minister Tremblay commented, though angered by the audacity of the Nord across the room from him to call a nation and people "animals", maintained a calm composure after listening to Ivanov speak requesting that the situation around the meeting room settle. "Likewise, what you are requesting for is, simply put, is preposterous. Have you considered why the Estonians and the remaining Finns have resorted, as you called it, "piracy and terrorism"? They have full right to be afraid of you" he said as the Minister of Foreign Affairs continued documenting the events inside the meeting room. "Mister Fritzsson, if peace and stability in the Baltic Sea was truly what Scandinavia wanted, your people should not of set off this recent chain of events to begin with."

"I agree with Mister Tremblay" the Minister of Foreign Affairs said looking up after he finished writing. "However, I believe that as a collection of mostly sane individuals, some sort of compromise can be reached regarding Estonia's future here, if our friends representing UFIN here are willing."

[The Scandinavians]

Fritzsson couldn't help but smile at the uproar the Party's demands had stirred up in the meeting room, almost causing him to choke on his cigarette. "Are we settled down now?" he said in a brief moment of silence following the Nowistranans and the Canadians response. "Good, because there is only so many angry voices I can speak to in a moment. Perhaps now we can enjoy some civility? Something that supposedly you have in spades over my people?" he said smirking and writing down some brief notes.

"Addressing the topic tragic death of Lederen Hylen, we have already admitted that we underestimated the arms the Finnish "army" was able to deliver to Estonia before we secured Nyland, that does not excuse their actions however" he said pausing again to enjoy his cigarette. "image the outrage that would ensure in, let's say Canada. Imagine if William were shot down while in transit for holiday. Would Canada, and by extension their allies, not wish to do something instead of a literal slap on the wrist for those responsible?" Would you not demand justice?" he said before glancing over to the Eslars. "Would you not do the same for your queen? Say if Portugal shot her transport down? Our actions in Estonia are justified, your ridiculous insinuations at some sort of plot crafted by the Riksdag and other officials are lunacy and unfounded. No Nord in the right mind would seek to kill Det Lederen, doing so is an insult to our culture and our gods, surely Hel would await those who would even fathom those thoughts in the darkest parts of their mind" he said as he leaned back in his chair to bask in the brief silence that had engulfed the room.

"Estonia, and by extension the rest of the Finnish menace must be properly dealt with in some way. I am willing to compromise on the nature of reparations, however be warned that the brutish inhabitants there will turn on you when the situation warrants it as they have done in the past."

[Edelreich]

"Right, and I sympathize with Hylen's death." The Prime Minister said. "It is a truly tragic thing, but one caused by Scandinavia's own actions in the Baltic. Your parallels to Canada and Eslarya are symptomatic of Scandinavia's lack of understanding the consequences of their actions. Neither Canada or Eslarya have destabilized an entire region by declaring war and simultaneously invading a free nation. Nor have they decided to fly a plane over what should have been a no-fly zone, and then act surprised when this is the outcome. The only people that should be brought to justice is your aviation ministries, since they have grossly failed in their duties."

She sighed, turning over a paper that she then passed off to Baier. "And if you insist on this remaining civil, as Nowistrana does, then please stop referring to Estonians in such despicable ways."

[Chunmei]

"Pardon us, Mr. Ivanov, but the esteemed Mr. Fritzsson and yourself speak so highly of the value of time, despite having squandered untold quantities of it on the very acts of barbarism and inhumanity this conference was called to address and, god willing, properly contain. Months upon months, time which could have been devoted to patching up your own holes or gaining the trust and support of your friendly neighbors abroad... instead you decided to waste thousands of human lives pursuing glorified vanity projects which have, in turn, earned you nothing but the scorn of the world all over. And if your tone is any indication, this will not stop with the conclusion of this meeting... more likely it will escalate and thousands more lives will be needlessly lost in the flames of your own selfish nationalism. So you'll forgive us if we end up 'wasting' a few minutes of your 'precious time' by voicing our very sincere concerns over the peace and stability of the European continent, Mr. Ivanov... Mr. Fritzsson... it's barely pocket change compared to what your own governments have cost us all since the year began."

Mr. Han would have spent the last ten straight minutes laughing like a drunken goose if a combination of pure disgust and mild arthritis weren't providing a huge counterweight to his own limited amusement at the language being so carefully deployed by the Scandinavian and Nowistranian envoys. It was a good thing the Noiharans weren't present that day, otherwise he might not have been able to control himself. Ms. Chang, on the other hand, still wore that same dry and unassuming gaze on her face as she continued to keep a close eye on the other delegates, lest something especially compromising pop up in the heat of the moment.

[Alcase]

The Foreign Minister reserved himself, not wanting to intervene too harshly this time around. He wanted to appear as unbiased as possible, despite his obvious leniency to those who constituted his nation's largest international commitment. Nonetheless, he would deem it appropriate to overcompensate in this regard, and give the UFIN axis much more ground in his initial resolution.

"Guys, guys, guys, c'mon; let's be reasonable. We're here to resolve issues, not to point any fingers," Dubois spoke softly, as to not seem a threat to either side. "We're not here to bend your country's back towards the Estonians while they trample all over your sovereignty. We want justice for your Head's death, and the Alcasian Republic is committed to bringing those that would do harm to another nation's government officials to a fair, public trial so that justice may be swiftly served." Dubois paused, as to ensure that the room was paying attention to him now. He grabbed a pen out of his pocket protector, and grabbed a notepad that was only a few feet from his seat, and began writing.

"Okay, this is what I propose; a modest one if you will," and with a swift strike of his black G-2 pen, the Minister wrote down what he was afraid may be too far of a step back for the Edelian-Canadian-Eslaryan alliance.

"For one, we should bring the Estonian anarchists that shot down your Det Lederen's executive plane to trial. What I propose is an international justice organization convene in Estonia to investigate, prosecute, and extradite any wrongdoers to the Scandinavian capital, where they can be tried fairly and appropriately.

As for the occupation of Estonia, I would say that that would only lead to more violence against your country," Dubois stated, pointing at the UFIN delegates without looking at them. "There would be nothing but destruction of the cities, and the Estonians would be devastated. This conference has convened to ensure that the people of Estonia are given solidarity and the freedom they deserve."

The Foreign Affairs minister finished jotting down his notes, and looked up towards the room's occupants. "What say you?"

[The Scandinavians]

"As you wish" Fritzsson said annoyed with the German Prime Minister and inspecting his pen whilst ignoring the Chunmeian's tirade. Outside of political similarities between the Chunmeians and Europe's democracies he was not fully sure why they were invited to this meeting, being so far away and surrounded by two of Scandinavia's allies in UFIN, as well as his inclusion of the usual anti-Fatherland Party comments that he deals with unceasingly at the FOFP, the man's words meant very little to him.

Fritzsson looked at the document in front of him from Det Lederen Svansson while listening carefully to what the Alcasian Foreign Minister had to say. "I can't fully approve of this, herr Dubois" he said placing his cigarette down in the ashtray in front of him. "While your proposal fits neatly with the first piece of our terms just bringing in to trial the ones who shot down former Lederen Hylen's plane is far from a complete solution. If anything, should capital or a life time punishment be employed by the courts, it may just create martyrs which would inspire more to continue their actions in the Baltic which has cost Nordic and Nowistranan civilians time and fortune. Part of our concern, herr Dubois, is not necessarily guaranteeing one nation's domination of the Baltic Sea, but rather keeping it safe for international use. Hence why we find reparations, a disarmament, perhaps both, necessary. Though I presume many here would disagree with me." he said leaning forward from his chair and glancing at the German Prime Minister. "In the spirit of negotiations however I am open to other ideas you may have with addressing the Finno-Estonian mena-, excuse me, situation."

[Alcase]

Dubois listened intently to the man's words. He was not surprised with the Scandavian's rejection of the final proposal. One point at a time, he thought.

"That is reasonable," Minister Dubois began, penning his new ideas down on the notepad. "Full disarmament of the Estonian Republic, and full demilitarization of the Baltic Seas, barring security patrols for the preservation of free trade. While the Estonian military personnel may be disappointed with their loss of jobs we can ensure their prosperity with an increased police force to combat domestic terrorism and preserve law enforcement."

The Foreign Affairs minister looked up from his document, "This means that the Alcasian Home Fleet, Canadian Expeditionary Forces, and the Edelian Fleets currently deployed to the Baltic will pull back. The Scandanavians will remove their deployed fleets responsible for armed conflict with the Estonian Republic, and any UFIN forces will be sent back to their respective nations. Due to the vulnerability of disarmament, Edelreich will have full authority to provide military aid to Estonia in the event of any conflict, whether related or not to this conflict."

Dubois looks towards the Edelian delegates, "is that acceptable?"

[Edelreich]

The German delegation requested a short pause for discussions, needing to deliberate further over the settlement that Alcase has brought to the table. Baier and the Prime Minister quickly went over their collections of papers, breezing through reports of the Estonian condition and predicaments that would arise from a total disarmament of the Estonian military.

A demilitarization of the Baltic was a fine thing, the Prime Minister thought. Sure, it would make it harder for German patrols to quickly perform their duties if in the face of a full-scale war with Scandinavia, but provided their northern neighbor followed the agreement to the letter, it would hurt them as well. While the Edelreich wasn't opposed to finding peace, Berlin and the Prime Minister were very skeptical of Scandinavia's actions. If this agreement was signed, and they violated it, Mader wouldn't spend a second in doubt when she ordered the German military to react.

However the controversial part was the demand for the disarmament of the Estonians. The German government stood by its convictions that Estonia did nothing wrong in performing their duties, and that their military was vital in the defense of their sovereignty from both Scandinavia and Nowistrana. There was a tightening noose around the country, and taking away the ability of Estonia to even defend itself against external attacks was just another knot.

Still, it offered a possible peace if marred with sacrifices. No doubt a German agreement would hurt relations between Estonia and the Edelreich, but, hopefully they could understand that the alternative was surely a guaranteed war in their country.

"Provided the Scandinavians follow through with the agreement, we consent to it. Our forces would be removed from Estonia at the same time as the Nowistranian and Scandinavian withdrawals." The Prime Minister stated, the Foreign Affairs Minister nodding along in agreement. "Reluctantly we agree to a disarmament of the Estonian military, and we propose that a joint-council composed of the nations of this conference oversee the act."

There was a short pause, but then Mader continued. "But I want it to be understood that this does not construe a German acceptance of Scandinavia's actions. We do not view Estonia as having acted in the wrong; neither will we recognize Scandinavian land rights to the Baltic or Finland."

[The Scandinavians]

Fritzsson made a few check marks on the paper in front of him mildly pleased with what he was able to accomplish at the meeting. "That was not the purpose of this meeting" he said in response to the Edelian Prime Minister before placing his pen down and looking back up at the meeting table. "It appears we are in agreement thus far, therefore I wish to propose the enforceable boundary of the Baltic Sea. The 14th meridian east would draw mark the entrance of this unarmed maritime region roughly at the island of Burgundaholmr, more commonly known to you as "Bornholm". It would allow continued military use of the Kiel canal, presumably important to you, and the Skagerrak for our naval vessels."

[Alcase]

"Good, that's good," Foreign Affairs Minister Dubois stated, noticing the tense restriction of the delegates to not hail expletives towards each other. "So I will have the treaty, we will sign it if we are in agreement..."

The Foreign Affairs Minister whispered to his aide, which left the room quickly. Pushing through the media that were still congregated outside, many oomphs and oh's could be heard from inside the closed room. Minutes later, a freshly printed document arrived, titled Peace Agreement for the Estonian Incident. Documents were prepared in each respective delegate's languages through the use of translation software, which could be evident from across the room if any non-Alcasian were to read them.

LA RÉPUBLIQUE ALCASIENNE

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MINISTÈRE DES AFFAIRES ÉTRANGÈRES


PEACE AGREEMENT for the ESTONIAN INCIDENT

Congregated on this day, (#) May, 2017, the concerned nations of Alcase, Edelreich,The Canadiens, The Scandinavians, Chunmei, and Nowistrana,
pursuant to the peaceful resolution of Conflicts and a promising Future for Europe, do hereby agree to the following terms:

-DEMILITARIZATION OF THE BALTIC SEA

• The Baltic Sea west of the 14th degree East of the Prime Meridian and south of the 60th degree North of the Equator shall be evacuated of all military personnel and equipment, including but not limited to vessels of war, military aircraft, and other things relevant to carrying out armed conflict.
  
  -ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COURT OF JUSTICE
• An European Court of Justice shall be established, with oversight from those signed below, headquartered to be determined by its governing committee, that will conduct all necessary and capable investigations into the Estonian-Scandinavian Incident.
  
• This European Court of Justice will, with the support of those signed below, have the power to enforce its investigations, subpoenas, prosecutions, and appeals pursuant to the human rights and of the Geneva Conventions
  
• Those convicted of wrongdoing are bound to extradition to the country, province,
  and territories where the crime was committed, to face prosecution by that country,
  provincial, or territorial government.
  
• The Court will have a limited scope, restricted only to carrying out justice for those among whom have been harmed, and is not an investigative tool to be used for espionage, acts of war, or other non-peaceful resolutions
  
  -DISARMAMENT OF ESTONIA
• The Republic of Estonia will disband its Armed Forces, and allocate resources to the peaceful transition of its constituents to domestic law enforcement and/or public safety. Those signed below will appoint Members of The State to oversee this process in Estonia.
  
• The Republic of Edelreich will provide for the defense of Estonia in any conflict, domestic or foreign, and will have the authority of temporary transportation of military equipment under the supervision of the European Court of Justice in the cases of these conflicts
  
  
  -REPARATIONS AND COMPENSATION
• The Republics of Alcase will oversee the fair payments of reparations and compensation due below:
  
• The Republic of Estonia shall provide reparation to The Scandanavians for destruction of infrastructure, state-owned equipment, and damages done to civilians; civil suits may be filed through the European Court of Justice if damage compensation is unfair or inadequate.
• The Scandanavians shall provide reparation to the Republic of Edelreich for damages to military equipment and personnel.

With the faith and authority vested in me by my country, I do hereby swear to uphold this treaty of peace,

⨉ A. Dubois, Ministre des Affaires Étrangères de la République Alcasienne

⨉ Isar Fritzsson, Udsender fra den Fedre Fest fran den Fascistisk Union af Scandinavien

⨉ Michelle Mader, Premierministerin der Republik Edelreich

⨉ David Tremblay, The Right Honourable Prime Minister of the United Continent of North America

⨉ 한용술, 춘메이 왕국 외무부 장관

The Minister's aide placed the official Foreign Affairs Ministry document in front of the Dubois, who promptly read and signed it. "If you are in agreement with the terms, please sign this one," Dubois stated loudly to the men and women of the room, pointing at his held document.