08/09/2021 - New Ordian president sworn in as tensions over Kozelsk rise
Ziridavan forces on guard near the Ordian border in Kozelsk
Just yesterday, Marko Jánošík was sworn in as Ordia's newest, and youngest president, succeeding Vasily Petrovitch. Marko's inauguration comes at a time of increased tensions in the historically disputed region of Kozelsk, a topic which the new Ordian president had strong opinions on in his inauguration speech. Although some expected tensions to cool after surprisingly lax responses from Vasily's administration, hopes of such a result seem to be diminishing.
President Jánošík stated in his heated speech that by the end of his presidency, the Kozelsk dispute would be "settled", and that Ordia was "under new management". Although some are skeptical on the context of these statements, some in the country believe that Marko is intent on seeing Kozelsk under Ordian control under his presidency. He also vowed that Ordia would not sue for peace on it's own volition in the event of an attack, and would only entertain such negotiations from Ziridavay or a neutral party. However, Marko then stated that he would consider the two country's slates clean, while still threatening action in the event of any violence, including closing embassies. Marko also claims to have compiled a list of responses for any actions, and stated that this was Ziridavan president Evgeni Sergei's "chance".
Although responses throughout the world have been mixed, the Ziridavan government has responded predictably, albeit divided on whether to take the threats seriously. While some of the more center-leaning parties have dismissed the threats as Marko trying to gain more sympathy from Ordia's nationalist population, the ruling Justice & Freedom party has vowed to defend Ziridava's territory. In a statement by the foreign ministry, the situation along the border in Kozelsk would "remain unchanged".
"Despite the new Ordian administration's threats, the Republic of Ziridava Armed Forces has reported no major changes from their positions in Kozelsk. However, forces in the region will remain vigilant for any new developments, and are trusted to respond in kind to any actions taken to threaten our territorial integrity." The Ziridavan MoFA announced this today, as many analysts and experts continue to watch closely at the ever expanding history of Kozelsk.
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Золевской разузнавателна агенция за сигурностAugust 10th 2021 - Daily Briefing - FOR THE PRESIDENT ONLYPrincipal Developments
- Ordia has inaugurated Marko Jánošík as it's new president, who made several threats against us in his first speech. These threats mainly revolve around Kozelsk, although there is currently insufficient evidence to suggest that Marko is planning any major action. (Part 1)
- The Ausferilandian military has continued to implore for increased aid to replace hardware lost during the war in December. Specifically, the ANDF has requested for air defense equipment such as SHORADs, probably to counter allied drones. Meanwhile, the Ausferilandian-funded Karschwil Mobilization Force has continued to harass South Kardzhalian forces along the line of contact. Part 2
- As a result of the Veragyor Security Organization's collapse, it is possible that Verdesa may attempt reapproachment with the Vastava Pact. This comes at a time of rising tensions between our republic and Ordia, a major Vastava Pact ally. Verdesa will most likely back Ordia in our dispute with them, as well as increase support for Ausferiland's attempts to take South Kardzhali. Part 3Part 1 - Ordia, Kozelsk
As the situation on the Kozelsk border intensifies after a lull, the new Ordian president Marko Jánošík was sworn in, and made his inauguration speech. Although most of it was centered on domestic and economic issues, there may be reason for concern on his segment about Kozelsk. In his speech, president Jánošík seems to have prioritized the dispute over Kozelsk. Such threats include the dispute over Kozelsk would be solved by the time he is out of office.
Marko also vowed that, in a hypothetical Ziridavan attack, there will be no ceasefire or negotiation unless we or a presumably neutral party approached his administration first. Responses from allies such as Acronia and Vazandia so far have been limited, although it is expected that they will likely back our right to defend our territorial integrity.
Our intelligence resources, such as SIGINT and HUMINT, have already been tasked with keeping an eye on any Ordian actions which could indicate any future provocations. Although it is too early in Marko's career to predict what is to come, we are not confident that any plans are being created or being played out for an attack on Kozelsk. At worst, we may only see increased OAF activity along the border.
Despite this, Ordian action should not be disregarded as a possibility. Marko Jánošík is young and very nationalistic, even compared to Vasily Petrovitch. Although our renewed Zapazvane exercises should have made it clear that we will not back down from an attack, they are just that, an exercise. At the end of the day, it is the president's decision on which scenario to be preparing for. For now, any OAF and VP movements will continue to be monitored, and the RZAF's alert status will remain unchanged in the meantime.
End Part 1
