2023 August Coup in the Soviet Union [OPEN, MT, Diplomatic]

[The Democratic Soviet Union]

Tanks in Moscow, Coup Underway


Military Tanks in Red Square, securing a perimeter around the Kremlin and the Senate building, where the President is located

Tanks from the Soviet military have stormed into Moscow in the early morning hours. Civilians stood by in awe as an entire mechanized division moved in to secure the capital city of the Union. Within the first hour of their arrival, Soviet soldiers seized control of all radio and communication stations in the city. Cell phone towers and radio waves were suddenly completely under the control of the military.

The first signs of something gone wrong was an attempted phone call, from the Soviet Ministry of Transport in the Kremlin made to one of Moscow’s public transport depots to find out why reports of stalled traffic were coming in. In the midst of attempting to make that call, an interruption occurred and no call could be completed. Attempts to get in touch with the Ministry of Communications, the Kremlin Office of which was just down a few floors of the Ministries Building. Unnerved, an aid walked down to see what was going on.

Unbeknownst to them, the Ministry of Communications Headquarters, located a few blocks away from the Kremlin, had been seized by the Soviet military. All of the Ministry’s personell were placed under temporary arrest and the Ministry’s equipment seized. Other critical offices, including the Internal Affairs building (KGB), the Ministry of Defense, and the Foreign Ministry were all locked down and taken. Still, no one knew exactly what was going on.

By the second hour, any and all traffic in the city had been ground to a halt and Red Square was completely surrounded. All civilians were made to leave and the Ministry of Communications broadcasted out a city-wide message ordering all civilians to stay in their homes. Any civilians currently out were required to get home as soon as possible or get to the nearest police station. Some level of fear began to set in.

By two and a half hours in, the Kremlin complex was surrounded and Soviet troops began to flood in. The various historic buildings were secured and government offices were seized by soldiers and tanks. Any movement in or out of the whole government complex now required military ID. In the meantime, the Soviet White House, the meeting place of the Duma (legislature) was surrounded and soon stormed.

By the third hour, skirmishes between Soviet troops and Presidential security forces broke out. It is thought that several soldiers and security guards have been shot and injured, or killed. Within a matter of minutes however, the soldiers had the Soviet President, Maria Vladimirovna Romanova under arrest.

President of the USSR and leader of the Soviet Royalist Party, Maria Romanova, whose election by the Soviet Senate came amid a flurry of controversy, has no been removed from power by force. Authorities from the Soviet military and notably the Soviet Communist Party have informed the citizenry that they need not fear and that all will return to normal soon. Also notable, the Soviet Chancellery in the Kremlin was not disturbed by the military. The current Chancellor, Ivan Melnikov, was elected by the Communist Party-controlled Duma to be the head of the government. Melnikov is the Communist Party Leader in the lower house of the Soviet legislature.

The Soviet Foreign Ministry has broadcasted a notice to all nations with which the USSR has formal diplomatic relations that everything in Moscow is okay and that currently martial law is in effect to quell ‘domestic instability’.

It is plain to see that the Soviet Socialist Revolutionary Party, the successor of the Soviet Communist Party from before the 1991 New Union Reformation which saw the USSR become a multi-party democracy, has seized power through a military coup. After winning the last round of elections and becoming the governing party in the Soviet Duma, the Party had the power necessary to launch their coup and seize power. It is likely that the Soviet Union shall once more become a Proletarian Dictatorship.

Last Soviet General Election

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[Los Estados Unidos de Suramerica]

Telegram from the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs of the United States of South America

The following is wired through the Soviet embassy in Lima and sent to the South American embassy in Moscow

To the Soviet Ambassador,

Greetings. I write to you concerned over reports coming from the South American embassy in Moscow that a military coup is underway. These reports have already reached the President, however, we would like to confirm through official Soviet diplomatic channels before making any sort of public statement. At the moment, I have told Ambassador José Saavadera in Moscow to stand-by until further instructions are sent through the Secretariat. Ambassador, I urge you to provide a quick response as the South American diplomat is already being bombarded with calls and messages from several concerned South American citizens who wish to know what is going on.

I anxiously await your reply,

María García Ferrer, Vice-Chancellor of Foreign Affairs of the United States of South America

[The Democratic Soviet Union]

Union of Soviet Socialist Republics “Workers of the World, Unite!” Date: 1 October, 2021 To: The International Community Encryption: Low Dear Friends, Under most circumstances, I would not venture to undertake a matter of such inconsequential nature, and a matter which is certainly of no interest to the workers of the world. However, recent events, namely the closure of the straits at the Bosporus and Dardanelles, leaves me with little choice but to examine history and how we, the people of the world today, ended up in the situation we find for ourselves. It is with this deep consideration that the Soviet Union has decided to undo an injustice wrought by the Empire of old, the realm of the Romanovs which was justly overthrown in the Revolution of October 1917. This wrong, not chief among the wrongs of the Russian Empire, but a wrong none-the-less, was its recognition of the Byzantine Empire as the true successors of the Roman Empire. With an interest in factual history in mind, the Soviet Union shall now finally undo that injustice and declare that neither the so-called Byzantine Empire nor its successor bear the true title of "Rome". But the world may then wonder, if it is not the Byzantines and their successors that bear the title, then where does the legacy of Rome lie today? Without question, we look back to the point of divergence which answers this historically significant question. This point is the illegal seizure of power by Irene of Athens from her son, Constantine VI when she was never to be more than regent, in the year 797. Following this, we finally see the legal tradition of the Roman Empire carried on by Charlemagne, crowned Roman Emperor by Pope Leo III in the year 800. This is true because it is not a city, nor a state, nor even a faith that signals the legacy of Rome, but a code of legality and ethics. This code was followed when the Pope proclaimed Charlemagne, conqueror of the west, Emperor. If indeed it was Charlemagne and his successors that bear the title of Roman Emperor, then the title therefore transfers to he who succeeded Charlemagne's Roman Empire in 1806 and was coronated Emperor after conquering most of Europe in spectacular fashion: Napoleon I of House Bonaparte, Emperor of the French. Therefore, with the recent ousting of the French dynasty, the Roman Republic has been restored with its capital in Paris and the power of sovereignty finally rested in the French, or rather Roman, people. Therefore, the Soviet Union now officially recognizes the Byzantine Empire, which submitted itself to annexation in 1821 to the Italians, as simply "Italy", or the "Italian Empire". Unlike Rome, Italy falsely proclaims itself a Republic despite having an imperial monarchy which seeks to suppress and rule peoples of the world it has no business ruling. It is only in France, the true Roman Republic, that the world sees the continuation of the legal legacy of Rome, the only legacy of that glorious state which truly matters. With this proclamation, the Soviet Union finally and formally recognizes the French Republic as holding the honorary title of "Rome". - Tristov Miklinnin, Premier of the Council of Ministers Union of Soviet Socialist Republics

[The Democratic Soviet Union]

Moscow, USDSR

Televisions, radios, and any state website across the country are suddenly interrupted from playing their normal programs and broadcasts, and are interrupted by the logo of the Soviet Ministry of Information and Press. The usual instrumental song that accompanies the Ministry’s broadcasts plays. It is an unusual occurrence, as the Ministry of Information rarely, if ever, interrupts with unscheduled broadcasts, as such occurrences were thought to be confined to the totalitarian days before the Reformation.

After the logo shows and the brief instrumental sounds, the camera opens up to a podium. Behind the podium, a row of Soviet flags line a small stage. There is no indication of broadcast location or purpose of the broadcast. After a brief moment, a man clad in combat military attire, with a beret and a tactical vest, steps behind the podium.

”Good afternoon Comrades and citizens of the Soviet Union. This broadcast is a momentary interruption of your regularly scheduled programming and will only take a few moments of your time. This is being broadcast to you for the purpose of informing you as to happenings in the capital. Comrades and citizens of the motherland, this morning, the military moved into the government quarter of Moscow and took necessary action to restore order in the city. This state of disorder did not arise because of riots, protests, or any other forms of civil unrest, rather this was disorder brought about from within the current structures of power. It became clear to the military that the current Head of the State, and President of the Soviet Union as well as her co-conspirators in the government, was making strides to dismantle the institutions of our nation and democracy, and in the ashes of those institutions, restore a Tsarist autocracy in their place. This is not to be a surprise, as the current administration has made its intentions very clear from the beginning, even before it’s leaders took on the responsibility of power. In order to protect our democracy and our nation, the military has taken action to prevent the rise of these circumstances. For the time being, the capital will be locked down, a curfew enforced, and marshal law in effect. Those of you who are citizens of Moscow, stay home, stay safe, and stay vigilant. By official government order, you are exhempt from reporting to work in the city until further notice.”

The broadcast suddenly ends there, and after a moment of a blank screen, the normal program continues.

[The Democratic Soviet Union]

Reports came out from Moscow yesterday that the military, under support and direction from the ideologically communist Socialist Revolutionary Party (SRP), seized control of Moscow, arrested the President, and suspended the Duma, Senate, and courts. In effect, the Constitution of the Union of Soviet Democratic Socialist Republics has been suspended and it’s protections of liberty, democracy, and freedom are gone.

As of now, the SRP has begun rebranding itself as the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. Surprisingly, this has not been met with much opposition by the Soviet people. A s,all gathering of support even popped up in Red Square. It is worth noting that a plurality of Soviets voted for the SRP to e the governing party in the Duma, so it makes sense that the party would pick now to seize power.

A statement by Chancellor Ivan Melnikov informed the citizens that all is back to normal and that the curfew is lifted, and the military will be leaving the city soon.

[Los Estados Unidos de Suramerica]

Canal 1 Noticias Breaking News

Programming broadcasted through Channel 1 (Canal 1) is interrupted by a Channel 1 News breaking news alert. Javier Santana, the news anchor appears on the screen, wearing a navy blue suit. The young anchor looks at the camera and begins.

"We interrupt your scheduled programming for a breaking news alert." Said Javier, as the camera changed to include a graphic that showed the Soviet flag and the words "coup in the Soviet Union?" underneath beside the anchor's head. "Disturbing news coming from the Soviet Union following a broadcast by the Soviet Ministry of Information and Press. The broadcast confirmed rumors reported to this station by insiders within the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs that the Soviet government had in fact suffered a coup d'etat. A bit after this station released information regarding the rumors, the President's Press Secretary, Wanda Velasquez Rolón announced that there would be an emergency press conference held at the House of Pizarro. However, she did not confirm whether the President would make an appearance. The President has remained silent on the situation, however, insiders within the House of Pizarro confirmed to this station that rhe President met with Chancellor Jorge Faurie and Secretary of Defense, Roberto Matías Ferrer to discuss the situation."

Pausing, Javier looked to the side and nodded. "I have just been informed that the President's Press Secretary has just arrived to speak to the press."

The image transitions to show a podium with the coat of arms of the USSA adorning the front. Behind the podium is a poster with the seal of the House of Pizarro Press Association. A young woman with walks into frame, stopping behind the podium. She sets down a file she was carrying and opened it up glancing down at the papers before turning her attention at the audience in front of her.

"Afternoon, everyone." Said Wanda, grabbing the attention of the reporters sitting in front of her. Their conversations simmered down along with the rapid shutter of cameras. "As many of you may be aware, there was a communications blackout in the Soviet Union which raised concerns with the South American embassy in Moscow who proceeded to contact Chancellor Jorge Marcelo Faurie to coordinate a plan of action."
Wanda paused for a moment to organize her notes.
"The President has been informed of the situation and he has already met with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Foreign Affairs. Furthermore, the President also spoke to our ambassador in the Soviet Union. At the moment, the Administration is formulating a plan to respond to the situation."
Closing the file, Wanda fixed her black hair before continuing. "I will now take questions from the press."

The room erupted with shouts from the different reporters wanting to get their questions through.
"Laura from TeleSur, go ahead."

The room settled down, allowing Laura to speak.
"President Rosas promised a tough foreign policy during his campaign. Will he follow through on that promise? Are all options on the table?"

Wanda took a deep breath, shifting in the podium to disguise it. "At the moment, the President and his team are formulating a plan of action. I can't say right now what it will consist of nor do I care to speculate."
The room once again erupted into shouts. Scanning around the room, Wanda picked another reporter.
"Henry from CNN."

"Has the President established any sort of contact with the new regime or with those previously in power?" Henry said.

Wanda paused for a moment, glancing down at the papers on the podium before answering. "Again, I don't have any information regarding the President's plan of action. Currently, it is being discussed with his team and he will be directing himself to the nation once that plan has been formed." Before Henry could ask a follow up question he went over to the next reporter.
"Marcos, from El Mercurio."

"Wanda, the President has been very tough on all sorts of domestic issues including healthcare, infrastructure and immigration. Will he do the same here?" Said Marcos, glancing down at his own notes as he spoke before turning his attention to Wanda.

"The President has his principles and they won't change. Like I said before, the President is working on a plan to tackle the situation. We'll be issuing an update through a press release very soon, thank you for coming everyone." Replied Wanda before picking up her papers and walking away, disappearing through a side door. As she left, reporters shouted questions at her in futility only stopping when she was gone.

Returning to the studio, Javier appears in shot again.
"Please stay tuned to Channel 1 as we continue to follow this story as it develops. For now, please enjoy your scheduled programming."

[The Democratic Soviet Union]

Union of Soviet Democratic Socialist Republics “Workers of the World, Unite!” Date: August To: María García Ferrer, Vice-Chancellor of Foreign Affairs of the United States of South America Encryption: Low Madam Vice Chancellor, I have received information from Moscow finally. I have been instructed to inform you that the situation is completely under control and that all is well. The Soviet Union has gained a new government however. The Communist authority, acting under the legitimate direction of the Chancellor of the USSR, the Head of Government, has taken power in the country and removed the President from office. It has been a bloodless affair and was a simple action to restore the constitutional authority of the party that won the last Soviet election. You are permitted to disclose this information that I have shared with your people and your government, and I look forward to future cooperation between the USSA and the USSR. - Ambassador Petro Lavashenkov, Ambassador to the United States of South America in Lima, USSA Union of Soviet Democratic Socialist Republics

[Eispana]

THE PEOPLE'S RESTORATION PARTY

The Spanish Republic suoports the revolution against the reactionary and neo-crypto-Fascists of the Soviet Union. The Spanish Republic stands for equality for all including Women, the LGBTQI+ community, the workers and everyone else, we hope our Soviet comrades may share and enjoy these enlightend values we enjoy and hold dear in Spain, and learn from the past to make a brighter progressive future.

From the Ministry of Foreign Affairs