Major terror attacks shake Ratsirana

[Ratsirana]

Government of the
Republic of Ratsirana

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Coordinated terror attacks shake the country



On October 13th 2020 a serie of coordinated bombings devastated our nation.
It is clear that the objectives of these vile actions are no different than those of the ''RNLA-MA'' during the recent civil war, precisely the straining of inter-ethnic relations and harming the democratic process.

The first bomb exploded at 07:57 in the Katima Central Station, killing 16 and injuring 80.

At 8:05 the alert level was increased to RED.

At 8:20 all the military, law enforcement and PIMARAT Kergstani forces were mobilized.

At 8:28 a second bomb exploded at the Court of Justice of Katima, killing 7 and injuring 16.

At 8:35 PIMARAT special forces were able to defuse a bomb located in a parked car outside the ministry of defense.

At 8:50 A group of armed men opened fire in a church frequented by ethnic Ndonis in Bori killing 41 and injuring 33.

At 9:30 PIMARAT neutralized a group of 30 armed men in Beno City.

At 10:20 the army neutralized a group of 42 armed men in Bok-Borok

At 10:45 A group of 62 armed men entered the city hall of Ngeta, taking 20 people hostage, as of now the situation hasn't been resolved yet.
The men request two buses, ammunition and $ 200.000

The quickness of the actions and it's professional organization shocked both the government and people, panic caused lootings and violence in some areas of the country, for the fear of a new civil war.

The situation is in constant change but for now the government has ordered a ban on gatherings of more than 5 people in public, halted public transportation and imposed a curfew from 8 PM to 7 AM.

[Union and Liberty]

A Ceremony is held in the EUL capital of Libreville hosted by the Emperor, Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and City Mayor to give hope to the people of Ratsirana.

In honour of the dead National flags across the Empire were lowered to half-mast and the flag of Ratsirana was raised along side the flag of the Empire in front of the Imperial Parliament. The people of the Empire send their condolences to the victims of these horrific bombings and the families hurt and broken by these bombings.

"We send this message of hope to the people of Ratsirana, we are here, we're ready to help" -EUL Minister of Foreign Affairs

[Albionord]

If he were honest, King Rodney Windsor had never heard of Ratisirana or Kergstan. But in politics who cared if you had heard of the actors before? What's important is what you do with circumstances as they presented and Rodney had intended to do just that. He had ordered Albionord Global Affairs to open a case and act proactively in opening connections in foreign lands. Formal requests were sent to the needed Ratsirana offices to request travel permission for Albionordic officials to establish the official start of communication. Maybe a cooperative relationship could be struck up favorable to Albiobnord's needs. If not, Rodney could always arrange the Intelligence Matrix to transport millions of dollars in supplies and weapons to these militant rebels.

[Ratsirana]

A Ceremony is held in the EUL capital of Libreville hosted by the Emperor, Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and City Mayor to give hope to the people of Ratsirana.

In honour of the dead National flags across the Empire were lowered to half-mast and the flag of Ratsirana was raised along side the flag of the Empire in front of the Imperial Parliament. The people of the Empire send their condolences to the victims of these horrific bombings and the families hurt and broken by these bombings.

"We send this message of hope to the people of Ratsirana, we are here, we're ready to help" -EUL Minister of Foreign Affairs

Our government is deeply thankful for the sincere solidarity you've demonstrated as a nation.

[Saralonia]

Official Statement by the Ministry of Foreing Relations

Today, is a day where another nation was ravaged by terrorists, Saralonia understands your struggle as here we are attacked by Stalinists, we hope that your nation may deal with these terrorists accordingly, as we both have a similar struggle we also want to search peaceful and formal relations with the nation that is afflicted by problems similar to ours, in Saralonia City there will be a compulsory minute of silence for the fallen people in your nation.

[Ratsirana]

Our government thanks the government of Saralonia for the kind words and expresses reciprocal feelings.

Update
The special forces of the army attacked the hostage-takers, 3 hostages and 13 officers died, the captors were all either killed or neutralized.

The minister of internal affairs has accused the RNC opposition for the attacks.

Inter-ethnic violence is taking place in the southern outskirts of Beno City and Bok-Borok.

[Kergstan]

Colonel Iris Manoa briefing to the press

Good evening,
Today it was the bloodliest day after the civil war for Ratsirana and our forces played a proactive role in ensuring the safety of the civilian population.

Our intelligence sources have discovered training camps of local militias linked to the former RNLA-MA in the south of the country, while the existence of sleeping cells has become clear to all.

As a way to deter a reignition of the civil war and to better achieve our objectives we have decided to deploy the heavy military vehicles that were on stand-by and will support the operations headed by the Army of Ratsirana.

Today we have lost 4 of our active-duty personnel while 9 remained injured.
I have personally requested an increase in troops and vehicles to the government of Kergstan.

In the next hours we'll secure our diplomatic missions in Ratsirana further, we'll secure the cobalt mining area in the north-west and will increase our capabilities nationwide.

For now that's all i request all staff present to pay 1 minute of silence for the victims of this tragic day, thankyou.

[Nacrad]

Riverfort, 15 October.

All flags have been flown at half-mast to honour the dead in the terrorist attacks. The President, on the official government website, published an article.

Why International Cooperation is Necessary to Thwart Terrorism

It has been nearly 9 years since the tragic events of 9/11 in New York, and the seemingly endless War on Terror. Today, we mourn again for the innocent lives lost in the African nation called Ratsirana. For too long have we held these poor African nations with prejudice, blaming them for staging terrorist attacks in the Developed World. However, it is precisely these nations that have been hit the hardest with terrorism.

While most terrorists originate from these war-torn nations, we must ask ourselves: "Have we actively incentivised them to become terrorists in the first place?" The answer, unfortunately, is often yes. Shortfalls in the aid of these nations have, for too long, deprived them of necessities, while the quarrels between the various factions often lead to proxy wars within these poor nations. While, in twisted dictators' minds, keeping the Free World preoccupied with "peacekeeping" or "anti-terrorism" is more preferable than having them intervene on home soil, long have they neglected the needs and wants of peoples, both at home and abroad, especially so with inhabitants of the developing world.

Ask yourselves, dear readers, how would you feel if you were a citizen, nay, victim of these pointless quarrels, stuck in the crossfire between two armies, whose reason of fighting is not for defence, nor for overthrowing a tyrant, but because distant dictators' struggles with one another? One would rightfully feel enraged. However, this is unfortunately the case for many nations in Africa, in Central Asia, and in parts of South America.

This must stop. However, while the efforts of restabilising the world by the various countries are valiant, some countries seem to be intent to undo what they have done, with little regards to the consequences of their actions. Some dictators think that, of all things, the victims in these third world countries are of "impure blood", while some others claim to be "spreading the revolution". Those are all excuses, and the true intent is to keep eyes away from their atrocities. When you do not need to answer to the people's will, there is little need to consider the public's feelings, and it seems that the dictators have grasped this quirk, and strive only to extend their power, sometimes at the expense of people's lives.

It is easy to fall into this trap of selfishness. For all leaders, no matter if you're just the leader of a small team, or the leader of a massive nation, remember to put yourselves in the shoes of everyone who will be affected by your actions. And that means that, in the shoes of the poor victims, we must put down our quarrels and strive to maintain peace.

[Union and Liberty]

With concern for the security of a vital natural resource on the line being threatened in the beginning of an escalation to a possibly bloody civil war in Ratsirana, Emperor Sebastian I reaches out to the President of Ratsirana offering EUL military security of Cobalt mines in Ratsirana with the promise of not interfering with the Cobalt exports of the Republic. The only thing that the EUL asks in return is a 1 year exemption from taxes relating to docking fees on EUL Cargo ships and terminal fees relating to EUL Cargo planes. Passenger liners of air and sea will not be part of the exemption.

"The reason we are offering security of the Ratsirana Cobalt mines is for 2 main reasons. First, this material is important to the economy of the Ratsirana Republic, they need to defened it, however with the horrific terrorist attacks by those opposed to the government, they need security elsewhere, we can fill the gap in security of the mines. Second, Cobalt is a component of the making of a nuclear weapon, even though unlikely, if the mines are attacked with no security defending them, a component of building a nuclear weapon would fall into the hands of a vile and dispicable terrorist organization who have proven that they won't shy away from doing some of the most barbaric acts I have ever seen done to the innocents of Ratsirana." -Emperor Sebastian I (Speech given in the Imperial House of Commons, discussing possibilities to assist the Republic of Ratsirana.)

[Ratsirana]

President Asande tweeted the link to Nacrad president's letter about the situation in Ratsirana receiving different comments.

@mbenipatriot15
You're a mbezi "honorable" asande he talkin about you

@inakwe75
Reposting this letter from Nacrad truly shows our leader is all for democracy and peaceful resolution

@SRKembassyRatsirana
Agreed, all of us should do the best to maintain peace and we kergstanis are and will be doing our best.

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President Asande held a press briefing

Hi everyone I will be quick,
The situation is clearly escalating, since the last update the number of fallen overall including the terrorists, has risen to 36 and as of now the situation in south Beno City has got out of hand and skirmishes between the Army and PIMARAT against the RNLA-MA remnants are taking place.

I request everyone involved to avoid this useless confrontation and to stand upright to create a country we are proud of, that works for everyone, sincerely seeking reconciliation and development.

The recent discovery of cobalt will bring us prosperity only if we stand united as a nation and as a people, there's more things that can bring us together than divide.

I have taken the decision that once the situation de-escalates i will resign as President and as the law requires power will go to VP Marcel Ingitoga, who will call for early elections within a reasonable timing and framework.

Thankyou for your attention.

[Ratsirana]

With concern for the security of a vital natural resource on the line being threatened in the beginning of an escalation to a possibly bloody civil war in Ratsirana, Emperor Sebastian I reaches out to the President of Ratsirana offering EUL military security of Cobalt mines in Ratsirana with the promise of not interfering with the Cobalt exports of the Republic. The only thing that the EUL asks in return is a 1 year exemption from taxes relating to docking fees on EUL Cargo ships and terminal fees relating to EUL Cargo planes. Passenger liners of air and sea will not be part of the exemption.

"The reason we are offering security of the Ratsirana Cobalt mines is for 2 main reasons. First, this material is important to the economy of the Ratsirana Republic, they need to defened it, however with the horrific terrorist attacks by those opposed to the government, they need security elsewhere, we can fill the gap in security of the mines. Second, Cobalt is a component of the making of a nuclear weapon, even though unlikely, if the mines are attacked with no security defending them, a component of building a nuclear weapon would fall into the hands of a vile and dispicable terrorist organization who have proven that they won't shy away from doing some of the most barbaric acts I have ever seen done to the innocents of Ratsirana." -Emperor Sebastian I (Speech given in the Imperial House of Commons, discussing possibilities to assist the Republic of Ratsirana.)

Thankyou for your help and attention to the issue.
As of now the area is one of the most protected in the country. I will let you know if the situation in the future develops in a way that requires your presence.
Sincerely, President Patrice Asande.

[Kergstan]

The Central Committee of the Communist Party of Kergstan held an emergency meeting to approve a military aid package to the brotherly nation of Ratsirana.

The armaments will be taken by the reserve of the PLAK and will consist of :

- 40 x 2S19 Msta self-propelled howitzers
- 80 x T-72 Main battle tanks
- 127 x BTR-80 APCs

- 15.000 x Bulletproof vests
- 6.000 x renovated AK-47
- 2.200 x PK machine guns
- 400 x 9K38 Igla MANPADS
- 600 x GP-25 grenade launchers
- 20.000 grenades

The PLAK will send instructors to teach the right use and show the capabilities of the vehicles.
In addition to the vehicles a stock of required ammunition will be sent.




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[Ratsirana]

Government of the
Republic of Ratsirana

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The Government of Ratsirana is deeply thankful for the kergstani military aid which will strongly enhance our military's capabilities.

[Nacrad]

When angels fall with broken wings
I can't give up, I can't give in
When all is lost and daylight ends,
I'll carry you and we will live forever, forever

A group of Nacradian researchers, driving in an unassuming rental sedan, was passing through Beno City towards the southern part of the country to research the local biology. However, just south of the city, disaster struck.

Suddenly, with a loud crack, the front right tyre was deflated. Wrestling to regain control, the sedan came to a gradual halt to the side of the road. "God damned piece of shit!" Exclaimed the driver, as he got out of the car to replace the tyre. At this moment, several more rounds landed near the car, hitting the unfortunate researcher and causing him to fall to the ground. One of the passengers, horrified, called 112.

"Hello? Is this the emergency services? We are currently about 20 kilos south of Beno City, in the middle of nowhere. One of us just got shot. He seems to be unresponsive. Please, send help!"

[Mecotla]

We lost so much but forever
we will remember
all of the men and woman who died

[Ratsirana]

112 "All emergency teams are already being operating, the area is hard to reach at the moment, please hold"

Kergstani PIMARAT forces once understood that nacradian citizens were in peril sent a Mil-Mi 17 transport helicopter which would reach the area in around an hour.

b]112[/b] A PIMARAT helicopter will reach your location in 50 minutes please find refuge and contact 805-111-222 PIMARAT special line, good luck.

[Nacrad]

"Please do send help faster, we are taking fire! Our car has its tyres shot out, we can't get out of this place," she exclaimed into the phone, "If you can, please contact our embassy in Ratsirana. We are Nacradian citizens, in case I forgot to tell you."

7.62x39 mm rounds flew mercilessly overhead, while some landed on the right side of the car, the sounds being disheartening. One of them was shot in the leg. He exclaimed loudly, "I'm hit! I'm hit in the legs! Tell those people to get the forces here faster or we're all gonna die here!"

[Ratsirana]

An ambulance was redirected to the scene 10 minutes later, an injured ratsiranan soldier was already being helped, there wasn't too much space but all made it and were directed to the Beno General Hospital in a still safe area of the city.

PIMARAT command contacted the Nacradian Embassy in Katima City.

PIMARAT This is the PIMARAT Command, we are contacting you to inform that a ratsiranan government operated ambulance is bringing a group of Nacradian researchers to the Beno General Hospital, we can airlift them from there to our base which has a clinic or bring them to you, let us know.

[Nacrad]

Thank you for informing us of this incident. Please have them treated at the closest convenient, safe and capable facility at this moment. In addition, we will send personnel to the facility in which they are to be treated, in order to gather their opinion pertaining the treatment.

[Nacrad]

From: Ambassador Windsor J. Lam, Nacradian embassy in Ratsirana
To: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ratsirana

To whom it may concern,

It was brought to my attention, and indeed my nation's concern that the security situation in Ratsirana has further disintegrated, in which a regrettable incident regarding several researchers from the various universities of Nacrad had been injured. While we extend our condolences to your nation, after discussion with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in my nation, I hereby humbly request to allow the security personnel to exceed the previously agreed-upon amount in light off the rapidly declining security conditions in your nation. We hope that you can understand the reasoning to the request.

[Kergstan]

State Department of Military Affairs
Socialist Republic of Kergstan

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Our PIMARAT forces present in Ratsirana have few hours ago rescued a number of nacradian citizens during the clashes around Beno City while other of our forces were directly involved in quelling the clashes.
As of now the condition of the nacradian citizens is stable except for one of them who is in a critical condition.
Soon their ambassadorial staff will visit the base in Pangari, very nearby the capital Katima City.

As of now the clashes between Ratsirana and our troops against the terrorist remnants of RNLA-MA have reached up to Sherunga and Gutezi while new clashes have arisen in the deep south town of Sombuta.

[Ratsirana]

From: Ambassador Windsor J. Lam, Nacradian embassy in Ratsirana
To: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Ratsirana

To whom it may concern,

It was brought to my attention, and indeed my nation's concern that the security situation in Ratsirana has further disintegrated, in which a regrettable incident regarding several researchers from the various universities of Nacrad had been injured. While we extend our condolences to your nation, after discussion with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in my nation, I hereby humbly request to allow the security personnel to exceed the previously agreed-upon amount in light off the rapidly declining security conditions in your nation. We hope that you can understand the reasoning to the request.

The request is accepted but we reserve the right to limit the troops number by 600 and ban the entry of armaments like missile launchers, self-propelled howitzers, attack helicopters, fighter jets and similar.

[Trenaka]

With news of the terror attacks in Ratsirana reaching Trenaka, the Trenakan Senate and the King release a joint statement supporting Ratsirana and denouncing the terrorists.

The Trenakan King’s Statement on the Multiple Terror Attacks Occurring in Ratsirana

It has come to me and the government’s attention that many terror attacks are currently occurring in the country of Ratsirana. We hereby declare our support for the Ratsiranan government, and are preparing aid, if it is needed.

[Middle Barael]

After hearing about the attacks in Ratsirana, his elected King Solomon and PM Marc Nuya, together with other cabinet members such as the Foreign Minister and the Minister of Defense and party leaders including Chloë Arborn and Carrie Bat-Ijlana Çospeaos, held a joint press conference regarding the issue.

Solomon: We give our sympathies and wishes for peace and safety to the people and the government t of Ratsirana, and we wish them well as they confront this terror and rebuild their country. We offer any aid short of military action that you desire, and we are preparing a relief package.

Marc Nuya: The relief package and our foreign aid is due to arrive at 3 pm tomorrow, and it consists of large quantities of medical aid, food, water, money, and vehicles. In addition, we offer to pay any ransoms that the terrorists may demand, and we have already prepared 2 electric buses and $200,000 worth of cash to pay the ransom in Ngeta.

Carrie Ba-Islamabad Çospeaos, head of the Pax Unio party: We condemn all violence and hate, and we will send some Peacekeepers and our finest emergency Doctors and Nurses to Ratsirana. They are expected to arrive in 3 batches: In Bok-Brook at 12:30 tomorrow, Ngeta at 1:40 pm tomorrow, and Beno City at 3 pm tomorrow.

Chloë Arborn, head of the Greens and the Alliance for Progress coalition: Finally, we extend a message of peace, and we will hold a national day of mourning tomorrow. A number of Moments of Silence will be held throughout the day, each at the same time that the attacks happened. In addition, kids in school will learn about the events and have lessons about peace and anti-hate thought and anti-terrorism, and a quarter of the tax proceeds from the day will be sent to aid your nation. A national charity event will be held to help get money to send to you, and it will be broadcasted on TVs, Radios, and WhoTube, Netflix, and other video and streaming services between 7 and 8 pm our time.

Elected King Solomon: As this press conference reaches a close, we extend our greatest sympathies to Ratsirana, and we pray and hope that you come out of this chaos stronger than before. Before we go, we will have a number of prayers recited for the people of Ratsirana.

אנא אל נא, אנא אל נא, אנא אל נא רפה נא לה...
יתגדל ויתקדש שמא רבא...
Our father in heaven, hallowed be thy name...
لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا ٱللَّٰهُ

And we all say Amen

[Ratsirana]

In a statement President Asande thanked both the governments of Trenaka and Middle Barael for their moral and material support and stressed the importance of international solidarity.