Government responds to Verzoonium Violence

Alan Duncan, Home Secretary, responded in the Chamber of Deputies to recent violent in Verzoonium
"Mr Speaker, the Government is appalled and disgusted by the recent attacks in the State of Verzoonium. Violence, under no circumstance, is the answer. I've been clear on that, as has the Chancellor. We find ourselves, yet again, at odds with the Federal Representative and their lack of action. That cannot go unnoticed and inaction from the top levels is pure laziness. This Government is not prepared to sit around and do nothing. Indeed, when the Federal Government steps in, it is not going to be minor; we will not stop until peace has been restored. Let that be clear. Peace and stability will be restored.
With permission from the Imperial Office, the Chancellor, Defence Secretary and military officials, the 1st Corp, 1st Division of the 9th Army are being brought into active service to restore peace to Verzoonium. The Chancellor wishes to make clear, in strongest terms: violence in our streets will not be tolerated. Under strict instructions the 1st Division is to work with the Police Services and bring down the rebellion. To this end, I am also authorising the National Police Commission to take control of the state Police, as well as sending in Federal Police Agents.
I also call upon the Federal Representative of Veldunium to take more direct action in policing and stopping violent outbreaks. 
To the whole chamber, Mr Speaker, and to the nation, mark my words: this Government will not discriminate; if you're causing violence, whatever your beliefs, you will face the full force of the Law and you will face justice. A single act of violence is never justified, except in self defence. When the country is united, we can move on and prosper. Under current circumstances, we are heading down a very bleak path."
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