1978

## International

### Tisorzag Crisis

After the months of protests against the Tisorzag Imperial Government, Tisorzag security forces have launched a series of targeted attacks against well armed Vanguardist anti-government militia groups in Sovagrad and the port city of Alhama. The government announced the attacks just moments before they occurred, instructing civilians to evacuate the area as they formed a perimeter around vanguardist strongholds. After a short firefight, Tisorzag elite forces stormed the Sovagrad and Alhaman compounds, unconfirmed reported of armoured towering figures smashing through barricades has been reported, along with inhuman shrieks. The attack on the Sovagrad vanguardist HQ was an unmitigated success for the government, with much of the organizing leadership of the movement eliminated, few prisoners seem to have been taken and photos of the bodies have been declared senstive material not to be released. Released video footage supplied from the attack shows a relatively quick elimination of armed militia members with no civilian casualties or collateral damage shown. The attack on the Alhaman had less success for government forces, with fighting breaking out beyond the perimeter, resulting in widespread collateral damage along the portside neighborhood, vanguardist forces were nevertheless routed, with a portion of their supply stockpile destroyed.

High resolution photos from an civilian FVRC SR-6 reconnaissance and scientific research plane were released to the public showing what appears to be an intentional overuse of force within Alhaman by the Tisorzag government, pictures from protestors on the ground have furthered the narrative of an attempted massacre of all anti-government protestors. Further photos show what appear to be mass detention camps run by the Tisorzag government, on a scale far surpasing what the government had publicly claimed. The FVRC has claimed that these low flying civilian reconnaissance planes went off course over the contested Bakian occupation zone after departing the BVPU, and witnessed the atrocities, on account of their civillian nature and relatively low altitude, the FVRC states that no message to depart Tisorzag air space was received. The Tisorzag Imperial government has issued a response simply stating that all photos are a fabrication.

As attacks against the vanguardist strongholds were launched, and the SR-6 images were revealed, protestors across Tisorzag mobilized in revolt. The capital of Sovagrad has remained largely stable, but street fighting across Alhaman has broken out, with similar protests across the Tisorzag countryside. The security situation is developing, with well armed vanguardists leading a coalition of other anti-government forces. Thus far Imperial services have maintained control of most government institutions and remained loyal to the government.

### Coup in Anzia

After a series of protests over accused electoral irregularities, newly elected left-wing Baskoroist President Félix Suárez was deposed in a military coup d'etat. With the support of Perinosti provided aircraft and mechs, the Anzian Armed Forces, under command of Gen. Ramón Huerta have taken control in Balboa and consolidated a provisional government, pending new elections at a later date. Many observers see this as an example of an increasingly militant foreign policy from the Clements administration. A Preinosti spokesperson had iterated President Clements' desire for stability in Anzia and its support for Gen. Huerta in "...re-establishing democracy and order in these troubling times."

### Toxic Fungus Spotted in Dombrad

A previously unknown unique species of toxic fungus has been spotted throughout the ruins of Dombrad in the Dombrad Containment Zone. While the fungus has not spread beyond the city limits, its rapid spread throughout the city has lead much of the surface to be deadly for anyone exposed unprotected to the clouds of toxic spores. The spores have a quick and deadly effect on human nervous systems, resulting in sudden death, no other symptoms have been observed. In a rare case of cooperation, both the BVPU and Bakian Republic have agreed to the establishment of a shared quarantine force around the city perimeter.

### Southern Alliance Recognized as Helmand Government by EAP

Though still lacking many of the traditional institutions or unity of government, the Southern Alliance has been recognized by the members of the East Ardenica Pact. The 4 leading factions of the Alliance have created a fragile power-sharing arrangement, with Hazzam Wahdat taking the role of provisional president, the Union of Holy Justice administering rule of law, the Democratic People's Alliance managing economic activity, and the Saberka leading logistics. Each faction still leads their own independent milita and have difficulty coordinating military decisions.

### AIS Motion Denouncing Invasion of the United Province in Debate

    After being introduced by Adamar, a resolution denouncing the FVRC's invasion and calling for the withdrawal of their troops and the deployment of an international humanitarian force has passed the Organizing Committee, in a surprise turn of events, the Coalition withdrew their support for the motion, instead choosing to abstain. Currently Assembly voting stands at:

**In favour:**

1. Adamar
2. North Abermia
3. Inner Abermia
4. Ingenia
5. Zarbo
6. Pontus
7. Esmeld
8. Bondan
9. Gondar
10. Lautag
11. Namen
12. Villach
13. Sistan
14. Amar
15. Phrae
16. United Alba
17. Naghara
18. Aveen
19. Oreia
20. Bakian Republic
21. Balochistan
22. Mauland
23. Lahr
24. Tisorszag
25. Pretval

**Against:**

1. FVRC
2. Savia
3. Volta Republic
4. Durania Republic
5. Boignia
6. Mayar
7. Zheph
8. Federated Baska
9. Veras
10. Balbasi
11. Batavia
12. BVPU
13. Uhdan
14. Getzi
15. Kalmo
16. Bh'mata
17. Tamaly
18. Gard
19. Mesa
20. Ainiho

**Abstain:**

1. Associated States of Perinost
2. Helmand
3. Dytov
4. Burgen
5. Drycen
6. Lailia
7. Saint Milot
8. Kenshi
9. Acas
10. Anzia
11. Noryeagar
12. Hofenia
13. Kuta

### Emperor's Mercy Distributes Aid to Hurricane Affected Naghara and Phrae

After the devastation of Hurricane Ichiyo, Adamar sponsored humanitarian group Emperor's Mercy has joined Perinost, Kenshi, and other states in suppling essential goods and services.

### FVRC Withdraw from United Province

With much of the country pacified, FVRC Aircarrier Polestar and the majority of military forces have withdrawn from the county, with the Airgunship Lancer remaining behind with a small core of elite units and mechs. Prime Minister Maxima de Zalm, has assured the public of the United Province that the time for rebuilding had begun and the country would emerge stronger than ever. However her government has suffered from a severe crisis popularity and legitimacy, with most citizens generally viewing her as a puppet of FVRC imperialism. There has been significant international pressure for a democratic election before the end of the year, but many fear that the election would permanently destabilize the country and almost certainly spell the end for the Vanguardist government.

### MPOC Agrees to Refinery Deal with United Province while Developing Independent Infrastructure

Under mediation from FVRC Advisors, the de Zalm government has reached a working deal with MPOC nations to continue the contracts in a limited capacity that existed under the pre-collapse United Province government. However, much of the refining and oil infrastructure remains damaged and below capacity. This seems to have prompted MPOC's investment into their own refinement infrastructure, with a deal with Tisorzag acting as a stop gap. MPOC energy production has slowly increased.

### BVPU Withdraw from United Province Border

After tense negotiations with the FVRC and de Zalm government, General Secretary Ramon Varlin has agreed to withdraw his forces from the United Province border region. In exchange Prime Minister de Zalm has allowed BVPU peacekeeping patrols to enter the United Province and conduct anti-terrorist military operations under United Province supervision.

### Boignian King Nearly Assassinated in Lagrimas De Olvido **Terrorist Attack**

The young king narrowly avoided death by car bomb after the explosive detonated early, killing the King's chauffer, and 2 security officials, but leaving the boy unharmed. Lagrimas De Olvido have taken responsibility for the attack, though no suspects are yet in custody.

### New High Prelate of the Corinite Church Elected

After the sudden death of his predecessor, High Prelate Warden III has been chosen as the new head of the Corinite Church. Considered a conservative hardliner High Prelate Warden III, has previously attracted controversy through his close relationships to suspected members of the radical Ordo Deorum including figures like Pyotr Babic, Nicola Renda, and Sophia Isaurian. In his first statments as High Prelate, he has promised to defend the Corinite Church with "fire and vigor" and "destroy the enemies of the true eight gods".

## Coalition

### First Kenshi Built Ships Join Drycen Navy

As part of its governments recent investment in defence, the procured ships, including a battleship and 2 cruisers from Kenshi have been completed and sailed into Drycen ports to much applause.

### FVRC Sanctions Slowly Lifted

In a surprise turn of events Perinost, Kenshi, Dytov, and Aveen have announced a programatic removal of their previously imposed sanctions on the FVRC. The lifting of these sanctions is tied to the FVRC's ongoing military withdrawal from the United Province and the support for and success in holding free and fair elections within the United Province.

### Dytov Economy Contracts by 25%

Facing long standing economic and political instability, now exacerbated by the ongoing oil crisis, the Dytovian economy has entered a period of severe economic depression. Economics analyze that Dytovian government only remains functional largely as a result of Coalition support.

## FVRC

### Kalmo President Goudjil Affirms Commitment to COVEC, COMSET and VDB

During a state dinner between Chairman Al'Rakia and President Goudjil aboard the Aircarrier Polestar, President Goudjil has accepted the continuation of Kalmo's international commitments to the Vanguardist lead institutions. While the two men engaged in a fierce (if good natured), religious debate, they affirmed their optimism for a positive working relationship into the future.

### First Meeting of the All Nations Vanguard Council

Delegates from Vanguardist and Vanguardist-aligned countries met in the FVRC for the first session of the All Nations Vanguard Council. Membership included the following states with up to three delegates awarded to large Vanguardist parties or split amongst relevant Vanguardists within government:

* FVRC - 3 VIU
* BVPU - 3 Bakian Vanguardist Party
* Savia - 3 Savian Brotherhood Union
* Volta - 3 Vanguardist Party of Volta
* Durania -3 Duranian Vangaurdists
* United Province - 3 Vanguardist Rose Party
* Getzi - 1 Janus-Caishen Corporate Board
* Getzi - 1 Janus-Caishen Government Relations
* Getzi - 1 Janus-Caishen Development and Opportunity Initiative
* Veras - 2 United Vanguardists of Veras
* Veras - 1 Forward for Veras
* Lalia - 2 Lalian Vanguardist Party Delegates
* Zheph - 2 Zhephian Vanguard League
* Bh'mata - 2 National Revolutionary Council
* Getzi - 2
* Kalmo - 1 Atla Kama Party (AKM)
* Kalmo - 1 Vanguardist Party of Kalmo
* Federated Baska - 1 Baskoroist Orthodox Party
* Gard - 1 Guardian Council
* Perinost - 1 Perinost Vanguard Party
* Boignia - Observer Status
* Batavia - Observer Status

### FVRC Announces "Butter over Guns Austerity" Program

In order to effect government austerity, non-essential military industries in the FVRC have been temporarily shuttered, furloughed employees were given half pay and sent home. Al'Rakia and all members of parties currently in government have donated their entire salaries to supplement the incomes of the furloughed employees in a show of solidarity. State media has constrasted the situation in the FVRC with images of worse off industrial workers around the world, focusing on workers who have been permanently laid off with no pay in coalition, capitalist, monarchist, and theocratic states such as Tiszorzag. Chairman Al'Rakia has promised no new taxes, no raised taxes, and no cuts to essential civilian services

### National Energy Plan Helps Stabilize Oil Shocks

While unable to solve most of the energy issues, government programs, including the promotion of sustainable transit and cycling, as well as free train tickets and long distant phone calls, have helped moderate consumer demand for oil. The government has also connected military nuclear plants to the energy grid, and directed the development of alternative energy sources.

### Mayor Michel Zaki Meets with Opposition Parties in Government

Mayor Zaki has held a series of long meetings with the political leadership of the Society and Progress Party, the Cadets, the PFC and the Nationalists. While it is unknown exactly how each of these meetings have gone, Mayor Zaki has maintained that he is hopeful for substantive progress, but has requested that the Vanguardist parties follow in turn.

## Adamar

### Coalition Rocket Returns Adamari Voidfarers to Al'ard

After an extremely tense and rushed rescue operation, with the cooperation of both Adamari and Coalition scientists and engineers, the crew of Bronn Helvorin, Matts Synnove, and Natasha Ludwiskyi were successfully rescued from the surface of Lunera. In one of the most watched television broadcasts in history, much of the world celebrated seeing the whole crew successfully return to safety. They have become global celebrities, and Adamar in particular has entered a period a nationwide celebration. International investors have noticed the newly established trade deal between Perinost and Adamar that was signed around the same time.

### National Holiday Declared

Corresponding with the return of the Lunera mission, a national and religious holiday was declared across the extent of the empire, celebrating Adamari resiliency in the face of economic depression and hardship. An increasing number of Path of the Cycle religious pilgrims from across the world have journeyed to Adamar to engage in the celebrations. Several attempted terrorist attacks were successfully prevented by security services.

### Amar Clerics Visit Adamar

In an unprecedented move, after centuries of antagonism, clerics from Amar have agreed to visit Adamar. In a tense meeting with Emperor Arkhan, High Cleric Dalma publicly embraced the emperor, and said while there were "many steps yet left to cross, there was still much that could be agreed on". Amar has opened up their willingness for Adamari assistance and cooperation against their hostile neighbours in Bh'mata.

### Governor Kaarle Apologizes for Incidents of Corruption, Leads Crackdown on Offenders

After a one on one meeting with the Emperor, Skalan Governor Augustus Kaarle has apologized for the "isolated and inappropriate incidences" of corruption and discrimination that occurred in Skalan. In conjunction with National authorities, a sweeping purge has removed hundreds of contractors, bureaucrats, and administrators from their positions, including some of Kaarle's own inner circle. Critics have claimed that with Kaarle still in charge the changes have not gone far enough, and many of the perpetrators were simply removed and not prosecuted, while defenders of the government say it is an example of its quick action and responsiveness against rare "bad apples".

### Adamar Pharmaceutical Company Progenitor Releases Malaria Vaccine

In a groundbreaking discovery, Progenitor researchers have announced the release of Mk1 Malaria vaccine, while only assessed to be 60% effective, it still is estimated to have the capacity to save millions of lives in less developed regions. Although production is just beginning, demand is already high, with priority given to the Emperor's Mercy, an aid based humanitarian religious organization, that has been receiving increased opportunities for access across the world.

### Rexxar Petroleum Sees Record Profits

Taking an increasingly dominant position in the global energy market, Rexxar Petroleum has experienced record profits as Admari engineers with Tisorzag advisors (recently immigrated to Adamar), have expanded Adamari oil production and refining capabilities.