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United state of ancolia wrote:

I'm in!
Glen Roberts, in Torsney DA, April 21, 2021

Today, Congress, in a Joint Session confirmed an invitation on TDCP from Mikal [The mikalan empire]. Vice President Camala Res began with her remarks, "Today, both Houses of Congress are joint for the confirmation of our joining of the TDCP, or the Trans-Diyar Cooperation Pact. This Pact will strengthen our relationship with southern and other countries. Now, it is up to Congress to decide the fate of Ancolia." The Senate first voted 74-7 to confirm the invitation in a statement from Vice President Res, "The Yeas are 74, the Nays are 7, the Presents are 3. The Pact is adopted. The United States of Ancolia Senate accepts the invitation to Trans-Diyar Cooperation Pact." The House of Representatives voted 331-100 to confirm the invitation with closing remarks from the House Speaker Nancy Herosi-Ralph, "The Yeas are 331, the Nays are 100 and Present is 4. With both House agreeing, The Pact is Adopted. The United States of Ancolia accepts the invitation to Trans-Diyar Cooperation Pact."

The Obets United Republic welcomes our newest member!

OOC: I'll add your name to the dispatch. Also let me know if there is any branch of the pact you don't want to join.
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ETERNAL CRUSADE OF VALID NATIONAL NEWS
Another Cowardly Attack By Arstotska?
Yesterday, April 20th, 2021, Republic of arstotska puppet forces attacked and destroyed a civilian nuclear research vessel, the CCS Renaissance, near the Befasia shoreline.
The vessel's crew ran the ship aground in a desperate attempt to keep it from sinking, and succeeded in doing so, however, they were unable to stabilize the reactor, and it went critical, eventually killing all but one of the crew members with deadly radiation. The surviving crew member was captured by the Arstotskans.

A Violent Execution
The civilian scientist that was captured by the Arstotskans was quickly taken to the Arstotskan mainland, presumably to interrogate her. The scientist's name was Cassandra Leighton, daughter to High Commissar Leighton, the sitting commandant of the MSTO. In yet another act of cowardice and needless savagery, the Arstotskans executed Cassandra, and dismembered her limb from limb, all on camera. They then had the audacity to send this video to High Commissar Leighton himself. Calls for an extended retaliation have arisen over this, and are expected to continue to rise.

The Arstotskans Get Their First Taste of Crusader Might.
Yesterday evening, as the sun set on Arstotska, over 80 aircraft deployed from a Crusader carrier to Arstotska's south attacked the very base on which Cassandra Leighton was brutally murdered. Several dozen enemy aircraft were destroyed in the engagement, as well as over half of the enemy anti-aircraft defenses. Twelve F-18s and six A-10s were downed in the attack. All but one of the pilots died. The last pilot was returned to the Crusade via prisoner exchange on neutral territory.

Casualty Update
Civilians: +64 (Now 614 total)
Crusader Naval Pilots: +12 (Now 12 total)
Crusader Air Force Pilots +5 (Now 5 total)

Embassy Requests & Ambassador Appointments
Alternamerica(Amsarrani) Ambassador: Sadie McConnell
Northern celtic regions Ambassador: Abigail Johnson
United forces of chernobyl Ambassador: Joe Schmo
Lovecraftopolis puppet Ambassador: Levi Novikov
Kiamai Ambassador: Kirk Stetson

MSTO requests
The Crusade requests humanitarian supplies from whatever MSTO country can offer them, as well as assistance with the nuclear disaster in Befasia.

*Broadcast End*

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Tyuleniy wrote:

Request to Dongerland

Immediately upon hearing this News Muslim Leaders in Tyulenistan rejoiced. Hours after, the government offered an official requested. They have asked for permission to send an envoy to Dongerland. The envoy's purpose would be to help oversee the formation of the The West Island Republic, and to protect the interests of ethnic Tyulenics near and abroad.

Dongerland Approves of Tyulenistani Envoy

The provisional Dongerlandian Government has approved the request of Tyuleniy to establish an envoy in the West Island Republic. They approved this decision after the Sysarian partition plan was approved earlier today(see below). Sara Əliyev, former governer of the West Island had this to say on the matter: "I cannot express the emotions and tension that my fellow West Islanders and I felt during the deliberation of the partitioning. The fact that we finally have independence and free will to govern ourselves has been what the West Island has fought for hundreds of years. We couldn't be more happy."

Sysarian Partition Finalised, as Lower House Voting Concludes

Recently, a vote was held earlier today by the Houze Kaokla(Lower House) of the Provisional Dongerlandian Parliament in the House of Beyliks located in the capital of Tziporah. This vote made the decision as to whether Dongerland would unify to be a complete state under one government or to be partitioned under Sysaria's partitionment plan. But now, the votes have finally come in.

Out of the 500 MP's of the Houza Kaokla:
367 members voted for the partitioning of the Dongerlandian state.
25 members voted for the unification of the Dongerlandian state.
108 members abstained from voting.

As a result of this, the disintegration of The State of Dongerland will officially take place starting on the 1st of May 2021. Following this, 3 new countries will be born: Greater Dongerland, Lesser Dongerland and the West Island Republic. All three countries will be in a political union with one another, but still maintain relative autonomy with issues that are not diplomatic. As a result, Dongerlandian Embassies abroad will stay the same but will have 3 branches respective to each of the 3 sovereign states. Embassies from foreign countries will have to be re-opened in all three different countries depending on where the embassies are currently. New passports will also be issued depending on which country you choose to be a citizen for.

THATS ALL FOR TODAY! What will the future bring for Dongerland next?

Pirate Ship Captured

Another Pirate Ship has surrendered to the Imperial Navy and has opted to join the cause as a sort of “Spy Network” to spy on Pirate Operations and where they will attempt to attack next.

Doctors Orvos wrote:

The Congress on Befasia!

Artannia's empress, Maria III, will personally attend the Congress.
Minister of Foreign affairs, Muhammed Lakharin, will also attend.

GUN NEWS
The House of Deputies has just passed a historical vote to increase gun control. The most important of all, is that for the first time since the 60s there is a tie in the House. The ayes were 196, the Nays 196, the SPeaker broke the tie, the ayes being 197, the nays 196.

President-Bishop William Blumval’s First Day as President
Today will be the first full day former-Archbishop William Blumval will spend as President-Bishop.
One of his first actions as president was the release of a small memo detailing what he defines as a “holy republic,” and the underlying philosophy that he intends to govern with. Here is a section from the memo:
“I put forth the idea that Denolia is, and should be, a ‘holy republic.’ I define a holy republic as a state in which the Lord Divinity’s Law is the ultimate guiding philosophy, but will ultimately govern as a democratic institution where not all issues shall be treated as religious issues. In other words, it shall be a humanist state that recognizes the sovereignty of the Lord Divinity, as the Lord’s Law is inherently humanist.”

Some have called the “holy republic” concept a “semi-secularist” ideology, due to the emphasis on humanist policy being recognized as separate from religious policy.

Other actions undertaken by the President in his first day include:
-Signing the Denolian Volunteers Act.
-An ordering of the creation of more Windmills and other food-preparation facilities.
-Diverting extra funding towards the creation of new schools.

President Blumval has also mentioned that he has plans regarding:
-The study of archeological sites.
-An official course in biology and evolutionary history.
-Extra funding for artistic and cultural studies.
-Standardization of the Denolian Language.

President Blumval has been asked by independent press if he intends for Denolia to join the Trans-Diyar Cooperative Pact, but he refused to give a definitive answer, stating “I think we will certainly look into joining it, but we first want to make sure wether or not joining it will threaten to put Denolia at war, considering recent events in the international stage.”

While on the topic of Denolian foreign policy and war, Blumval stated that with the signing of the Denolian Volunteers Act as official legislation, he intends to “start a discussion of compromise so we can accelerate the creation of a more robust system for our armed defense forces.”

President-Bishop William Blumval also released a statement to foreign countries, thanking “the kind nations of the United state of ancolia, The mikalan empire, Sysaria, and Gabeopolis for being so helpful and friendly towards the Denolian People. We hope to see a great international community grow, even despite our many differences.”

President Blumval may take further actions today, but only time will tell.

ETERNAL CRUSADE OF VALID NATIONAL NEWS
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One-Sided Victory in the Faighia Ocean!
Late this morning, Crusader naval forces staged an ambush for a large Republic of arstotska puppet invasion fleet. They hid inside of the Tropical Storm Gaia, awaiting the enemy approach. As soon as the enemy was in range, the Crusader fleet launched a devastating surprise attack at long range, gaining an initial advantage that held until the end of the battle. The Crusader fleet managed to destroy all enemy combat ships in the initial fleet, and several of the military transport ships as well. The submarine fleets of United forces of chernobyl were instrumental in this combat, and should be commended for their excellent support in battle.

Casualty report
Civilians: +0 (total: 614)
Crusader Naval Pilots: +48 (total: 60)
Crusader Air Force Pilots: +0 (total: 5)
Crusader Sailors: +416 (total: 416)
Alleigh-Burke Class Destroyers: +2 (total: 2)
F/A-18E/Fs: +48 (total: 60)

Confirmed Kills
Type 052D Destroyer: +12 (total: 12)
Type 002 Aircraft Carrier: +1 (total: 1)
Military Transport Ships: +7 (total: 7)
J-10 Fighters: +80 (total: ???*)
Enemy Sailors: +??? (total: ???)
Enemy Pilots: +??? (total: ???)

*Due to the nature of aerial skirmishes with the enemy, it is uncertain as to how many aircraft the Crusade is actually responsible for destroying.

TANK OLYMPICS UPDATE!
Though delayed by the war, the Olympics are still on! All MSTO nations and non-MSTO nations, (excepting those aligned with Republic of arstotska puppet) may join in the competition! The Olympics are to be held from April 23rd to April 26th!
Tyuleniy's request to spectate the Olympics has been approved!

A Lota Questions!
Glen Roberts, in Torsney DA, April 22, 2021

President Neilon today on his another Press Briefing. Here below are some of the questions asked by journalists.

Question: "Mr. President, what are your thoughts about Congress passing our joining in the Congress on Besigheid?"

President's Answer: "Well, with that, I am happy that are joining them, as I have said before. This will fix the issues going on in Befasia, so we would continue peace in the world."

Question: "Mr. President, there have been anxieties all over the world that the Congress of Besigheid may cause more tensions with all nations, do you agree, Mr. President?"

President's Answer: "That's a great question but I don't think so, as long as we follow a simple principle. And that's compromising. Since I became president, we, this nation, the Congress, were open to compromising but we weren't open to doing nothing. We do this to agree and not to disagree. Anyways, I don't think It'll be."

Question: "Mr. President, countries all over the world are asking us on building embassies to their and our nation, do you think we're open to that?"

President's Answer: "Another great question and my answer are yes. We are open for embassies and we will be. But we gotta work with Congress regarding that."

Question: "Mr. President, you told us that you were going to visit Novostia today, and also do we have any response from Jadotland yet?"

President's Answer: "So earlier this day, we had to cancel our visit today, and it will happen tomorrow. We apologize for the inconvenience and the cancellation, today. To Jadotland, we are still waiting."

Question: "Mr. President, we recently joined the TDCP or the Trans-Diyar Cooperation Pact, we have many branches in the pact, do you think we will not join one of them? Also, they just announce that TDCP will support MSTO, is that a good thing?"

President's Answer: "First of all, to develop a strong relationship we must have ties with everything, therefore we will join all branches. Second of all, TDCP supporting MSTO is one of the important things that the pact has ever done. In this way, we can influence other countries, with that, we can create an even stronger peace with other countries."

Question: "Mr. President, the First Congress of the LoT or the League of Tyranny has been created. It includes Vyarnous, ULSR [Lunnia], and the other three nations. Do we have a plan regarding this?"

President's Answer: "Let them have it, let them do their goals, so they can let ours, that's the plan. We will create an even stronger alliance with other countries, we will trade with them and we will help them economically and in the military if needed. We got a lot of plans regarding this situation, so there is no need to worry."

The Press Conference ended with a Congratulations given to Denolian's new President-Bishop Blumval, stated that "We congratulate William Blumval as the new President-Bishop of Denolia, and we are happier to have an even stronger relationship with your country." The President thanked everyone as he exits the Press Conference Room.

Exsorcial wrote:

*schnip*

Death to Tyranny
Following this unsettling declaration of the League of Tyranny(henceforth LoT), the Sanctus Fortius has decided to raise the Total National Awareness rating from 3 to 2(OOC:This is basically DEFCON but with a shorter name). Conscription came into effect for the first time in 128 years via the straight authority of the Sanctus Fortius as the Supreme Commander of the Holy Army, Navy and Air Force. All men over 20 and under 35 are legally required to serve in the Military or the Crusader Forces for 4 or 2 years respectively, coming into effect immediately. The 'Unifying of the Forces'(OOC: just a cooler sounding name of 'writing a military factbook') action will be significantly rushed and further fortified.

BREAKING NEWS FROM THE UFC

Chernobian claims on Befasia?

After several hours of long debate,Congress has decided to claim part of Befasia,to be precise,the western-most part of it. A few hours later, 350 Chernobian Marines have already landed in Befasia.They immediately started setting up a sizable camp,where to remain safe from the cold,for at least the coming months.A day later,a few transport ships have arrived,carrying various supplies and vehicles,such as skiis, BV206s, M777s, M70s and a complete SAM battery. 500 other Marines have also arrived,and, together with the others, have already set-up defensive positions,including trenches.There have been reports of a small firefight erupted between Arstoskan soldiers and the Marines. No casualties have been suffered, however 4 Marines have been injured, 1 is in bad conditions, and has already been evacuated to the UFC.

Arstokan soldiers attack civilian ship!?!

Chernobian Marines,during one of their routine patrols around Befasia, saw Arstoskan soldiers boarding an unmarked civilian research ship with guns drawn. Fearing for the lives of the researchers, several Mark VI patrol boats were immediately sent out. The Marines boarder the ship, asking the Arstoskan soldiers to leave the civilians alone. Suddenly, a loud alarm started blaring and the Chernobian Marines immediately propelled down the sides of the ship,not after having thrown various less-lethal grenades at the Arstoskan soldiers, hoping that the civilians would be able to save themselves. A few moments later, 2 large "THUDD" "THUDD" sounds were heard, followed by a large explosion: an Arstokan battleship had been sunk by a Gotland Class submarine, which had been called in by the Marines. Shortly afterwards, the other ship started firing at the patrol ships, killing 5 Marines. The remaining patrol boats rapidly left the situation, while the research ship,hit by an Arstokan missile, started sinking.

Denolia wrote:

President-Bishop William Blumval also released a statement to foreign countries, thanking “the kind nations of the United State of Ancolia, The Mikalan Empire, Sysaria, and Gabeopolis for being so helpful and friendly towards the Denolian People. We hope to see a great international community grow, even despite our many differences.”

President Blumval may take further actions today, but only time will tell.

Emperor Khamenei Forms The Islamic Union
With the creation of the 3 new Dongerlandian states, the Sysarian Emperor himself would like to establish the new Pan-Islamic Union or PIU for short. This new union aims to strengthen diplomatic ties, benefit the economies and guarantee defense against enemies for all nations involved in the Union. To be eligible to join, the applying country must have a majority or signifcant minority of Muslims in their population or have some sort of connection to the Islamic religion. However, the Emperor in all his greatness has decided to invite 3 other nations as founding members of the Union. Those 3 nations are Dongerland(including all 3 partitioned states), Tyuleniy and Al-azimuth. The Sysarian government has recognised that the religion of Islam has a massive following around the world and as a result, felt like it was sensical for the Islamic countries around the globe to come together as one united Ummah(أمة meaning community in Arabic and Sysar). Countries like Askerdogdu and Cerania are eligible to join the union, but were not included in the founding members list as Askerdogdu actively supports human trafficking and slavery. The Emperor has been quoted as saying: "In these times of unrest and instability, it is important that we hold our Muslim brothers and sisters close to us. We are all very different nations, with differing cultures and traditions. However, one thing that unites us all is our common adherence to Allah Subhanahu wa-Ta'ala(ٱللَّٰه سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ).

Sysarian Government Considers the Formation of a Dunian Union
The Sysarian Government has also stated their intentions of creating a Dunian Union(name is subject to change) in the wake of the massive amounts of instability in the western part of the continent. "It would seem as if the nations of Exsorcial and Republic of arstotska puppet are out to seek blood among the likes of Azimuth and Linkers sha. As a result of preserving the safety of our most revered regional allies, the federal government and Emperor have both approved the creation of a union to strengthen the diplomatic ties and to ensure protection of all nations in the union." said the Minister of Diplomatic and Foreign Affairs Omar Hussein. The government further designated the potential nations that would be open to join the Union. These nations are: Linkers sha, Azimuth, Artannia, Denolia, Soap tips and Determinia. "It looks like the tensions in the region could take a turn for the worse. We must take no risks and need to protect each other at any cost!" exclaimed Mr. Hussein. The Emperor also commended the Denolian government for their friendliness and generosity. "Our new neighbors have treated us with utmost respect and kindness. The future between us and the Denolian nation is only seeming to be bright and wonderful. May peace be upon the Denolian people!" said the Emperor with utmost enthusiasm. The diplomatic announcements then ended there.

Stay tuned for more news!,

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