Events

## Events in Chronological Order

### Nordic Resistance Movement Attempts to make Inroads in Nyrmod - 12.07.2023

   The Nordic Resistance Movement, a Far-Right Neo-Nazi organization based originally out of Sweden is attempting to make its way into Nyrmod. The Movement, Spearheaded by Simon Lindberg of Sweden has stated that: "Nyrmod Presents as a Land of opportunity, a Land of Culture, Nordicism and a Distinct people whose Language and Culture belong within our Pan-Nordic Movement towards a Nordic National Socialist Republic, which is why we call on many all our members to convene upon Eridu, the capital of the great nation of Nyrmod to demonstrate our beliefs and characters, and the prospect of a new future in the Nordics." The Government now remains at a cross roads regarding the organization, due to a lack of laws preventing protests by certain organizations there is no legal way to stop the Movement from convening, however time will tell how the Government will react.

### US Ambassador to NATO to Visit Nyrmod - 14.07.2023

Ahead of the Controversial NATO Referendum Scheduled for the Next General Election, US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith plans to visit Nyrmod, meeting with the President, Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of the Armed Forces. In a Statement by Smith she states: "When in Nyrmod I plan to visit with the Highest Members of Government, to help show how Nyrmod will be vital in preserving the values of Liberalism, Secularism, Democracy, and Freedom that those member states within NATO hold dear. Furthermore with tensions with Russia reaching an all time high it is of vital importance that all democracies within the West look to curbing and stopping this illiberal imperialist threat in the Russia." This visit, scheduled for July 20th remains very controversial with many protesting Smiths visit as an act of Foreign Interference within Nyrmods elections, with others welcoming her stating it will be quite beneficial for Nyrmodian Foreign Policy going forward.

### Immigration Threat - 15.07.2023

As within Nyrmod, around 1/3 of the population is not Nyrmodian, many of our citizens are looking at the France as the trailer of what will happen within Nyrmod if we will not work out any good assimilation program, not only for newcomers, but also those which are living in Nyrmod for decades. Citizens demand a non-partisan program, in which we will show that we can learn on mistakes made by others. "A point based immigration will not solve all of our problems - we have already over 80.000 citizens, which are not declaring to have Nyrmodian nationality. We need to help each immigrant with assimilation, so we will not repeat France's mistakes. We can't treat immigrants as cheap labor force, we need to make them our citizens, which will be represented by our institutions." - said one of the citizens "We need to make sure that any immigrant is willing to adapt into our society, rather than pick out the most talented ones - we are a small nation, anyone who will contribute into our society should be accepted. They need to speak english fluently, but also they have to pay taxes in our country. We can't afford helping our citizens without them paying taxes." - said another citizen People which demand yet another adjustment in our immigration law gathered at the entrance of National Assembly.

### Sheolian Pirate Bay - TMSC vs Intel - 17.07.2023

Sheolian Pirate Bay is a project, which was initiated by Regional Government of Sheol, which was aimed at modernization of soviet-style economy into modern high-tech one. As the result, Mizrab is becoming the centre of Nyrmodian technological advancements and private research teams, which are using free equipment and funds provided by the Region of Sheol. This however, made Mizrab a considerable place to adapt foreign capital, to be exact: foreign investments into high-tech industry. Main opponents for a plot of land located nearby the Sheolian Pirate Bay are TMSC and Intel, which want to invest into our country. Both companies contacted Federal Government and Regional Government about the proposal of setting up factories producing either wafers or whole processors, but also create laboratories. Location is not being a coincidence - both TMSC and Intel hope that highly educated workers will abandon their work in Sheolian Pirate Bay and start working in their factory. Estimated cost of whole investment varies on the outcome of this dispute, as the land price may highly influence the total cost of investment, which made both sites to negotiate both better price of the plot, as well as financial support from either Federal Government or Regional Government. "Strategic position of Nyrmod, along with pressure on modernization of economy made it one of the best countries to invest into. We are not worried about clashes in Sheol, as we see that Regional Government decided to follow up instructions given by Federal Government. This investment will not only help Nyrmod with its economic crisis, but also will help modern democracies with deglobalisation. We hope that we will come to an agreement with Nyrmodian authorities regarding that issue as fast as possible" - said Pat Gelsinger, CEO of Intel.

### US Ambassador Visit to Nyrmod - 21.07.2023

As of this morning US Ambassador to NATO Julianne Smith has landed within Nyrmod, she landed at Eridu International Airport at 8:23am, met by the Prime Minister, President, Foreign Affairs Minister and Minister of Defense. She was also greeted by many Pro-NATO protesters who held EU, US, and NATO flags as she entered the country, but also Anti-NATO Protesters who led with statements such as "Go Home Imperialist" and the like. According to Smith and the Government officials who were present, the meeting between the parties went "incredibly well" but that the United States will wait until after the NATO referendum before coming to a conclusion regarding US Foreign Policy towards Nyrmod to which the Government of Nyrmod agreed. The NATO referendum is scheduled for Friday July 28th with long lasting implications coming from it.

### Nordic Front Rally Brings Violence - 25.07.2023

    On this day the Nordic Resistance Front rally was held within Eridu, at first there were about 100 members joining the NRM, many of which seemed to be foreign nationals rather than Nyrmodian citizens. At first the rally seemed to be remaining mostly peaceful, with counter-protesters showing up in the hundreds to stand against the movement. However at 3:41pm a gunshot was heard, as of right now it is unknown who fired the shot, whether it was a member of the Eridu Police, the Nyrmodian National Socialist Revolutionary Front or the Socialist and Republican Association, however this caused mass panic, and fighting among police, counter protesters, and the NRM, with the nearest available riot squad showing up within 25 minutes to bring the protests to an end. In conclusion, 4 people lost their lives, 13 are in critical condition, 32 in hospital with broken arms, legs, fingers,etc. And another 45 with minor injuries, luckly their remained little property damage outside of a matress store, although no other damage to store has been reported upon yet. Another 45 people from all sides have been arrested by the Eridu Police, who are also asking for any sort of witnesses regarding the first shots at the riot. With the smoke clearing it is unknown what the extremist groups within Nyrmod will go from here, but time will tell.

### Sheolian Pirate Bay - SRA tries to Intervene - 29.07.2023

Few days ago, Federal Government handed over the fate of largest foreign investment in Nyrmod to Regional Government of Sheol, which decided that TSMC shall have a priority during the negotiations. It was announced, that total amount of the investment is going to be 5 Billion NGK, with 2 Billion NGK being covered by the Republic. TSMC factory in Nyrmod will be designated to produce wafers, which will be mostly used for export, but might be used for further development of high-tech industry within Nyrmod. This however made SRA - illegal paramilitary organisation - to show its disapproval towards that idea, by hanging a flag with SRA emblem over the plot of land on which TSMC factory will be built on. Additionally, streets of Mizrab were covered in leaflets and posters, which were promoting actions being taken against "capitalists pigs" and "chinese imperialists". Police in Mizrab announced allocating additional police officers to the investigation against newly created illegal paramilitary organisations. For now, nobody knows if SRA was really behind those actions, or if that was a provocation against them. For now SRA did not release any official communicate regarding that issue.

### Nyrmod Joins Nordic Council, Strengthening Regional Cooperation - 03.08.2023

In a move underscoring its commitment to fostering closer ties with its neighbors, Nyrmod has officially become a member of the prestigious Nordic Council. The nation's accession was met with warm welcomes from the council's current members, marking a significant step towards enhanced regional cooperation. Leaders from existing Nordic Council member states have hailed Nyrmod's inclusion as a testament to the shared values and aspirations that bind the region together. The move underscores the council's continued dedication to strengthening diplomatic and economic bonds among its member nations, fostering an environment of mutual support and cooperation. Nyrmod's membership in the Nordic Council marks a significant milestone in its ongoing journey towards deeper regional engagement, highlighting the nation's role as an active and committed participant in shaping the future of the Nordic region.

### Controversy Surrounding the Railway Expansion Bill - 14.08.2023

A remote and ecologically rich sea area between Canaan and Sheol is the subject of a heated dispute between a group of local environmentalists aligning with local traditional fishing communities and the government seeking to establish a major infrastructure projects all around Nyrmod's inland seas in the form of railways. The local traditional fishing communities assert their ancestral rights to the inland waters of Nyrmod and emphasize its significance to their cultural heritage and traditional way of life. The government is tasked with recognizing and upholding these rights while considering the economic potential of the proposed infrastructure.

Secondly, The contested area is ecologically sensitive, housing unique sealife, flora, and fragile ecosystems. The government faces pressure to minimize the environmental impact of any development while ensuring sustainable resource management. Construction of underwater sea tunnels may be destructive for the seafloor and may cause permanent damage for sea life depending on seafloor fauna. However, economists argue that the proposed infrastructure could bring substantial economic benefits to Nyrmod, creating jobs and stimulating the local economy. The government must weigh these potential gains against environmental and indigenous rights concerns. The project could potentially affect nearby local communities, including traditional fishing villages or other settlements. Balancing the interests of these communities, who may see economic benefits, with environmental and indigenous concerns becomes a challenge. In this scenario the government must navigate a complex legal landscape that involves international agreements, indigenous rights frameworks, and environmental protection laws.The government must find ways to engage all stakeholders, including indigenous representatives, local communities, and environmental activists. From the international perspective, the outcome of the dispute could impact Nyrmod's international reputation, particularly concerning its commitment to indigenous rights, environmental preservation, and responsible development. This event presents the government with a complex challenge involving indigenous rights, environmental conservation, economic development, legal considerations, and public engagement.

### Meteorologists warn of possible severe weather from ‘extratropical storm’ - 20.08.2023

On August 15, Hurricane Don formed from a tropical wave off the western coast of Africa, the storm quickly intensifying to a Category 3 hurricane only two days later. Traveling easterly, Don remained more than 300 kilometers off shore from Puerto Rico before heading north and eastward. The eye of the hurricane has shrunk since meeting the cooler waters of the Northern Atlantic but the storm continues on a path towards Europe. Given its predicted route, the storm may come within 200 km of Nyrmod, posing a potential risk of severe weather this week. Though uncommon, remnants of hurricanes, known as “extratropical storms”, occasionally reach Europe’s shores. The last time such extreme weather hit Nyrmod was in 2014 when an extratropical storm complex from Hurricane Bertha battered the coast of Canaan. No fatalities were reported, but dozens were seriously injured and thousands were left without power for days. Meteorologists only expect moderate wind gusts and a few centimeters of rainfall above average this week if the front continues following its current path. However, local authorities are still recommending that Nyrmodians reschedule any outdoor activities and events. Limited travel is encouraged as some roads may be prone to flooding, and falling debris may endanger pedestrians, bikers and drivers alike. Expect significant flight delays and cancellations from the airports of Eridu and Sheol.

### Meteorologists encourage shelter-in-place, significant damage and risk of fatalities expected - 23.08.2023

Most experts predicted that ‘extratropical storm’ Don would only bring moderate wind gusts and a few extra centimeters of rain. Meteorologists now warn that the front has shifted towards a direct path to the islands of Nyrmod. This new direction has greatly increased the risk of significant damage and loss of life. The brunt of the storm is expected to hit Nyrmod later today and extreme conditions will likely continue for at least another 24 hours upon landfall. As of the time this article was written, coastal towns in Canaan and Skoll are already reporting heavy rainfall and wind gusts reaching 120 km/h. All forms of public transportation have been halted and the airports of Eridu and Sheol have shut down completely, leaving travelers from outside the country stranded. Severe weather will certainly strike the entire country. Wind speeds are expected to reach or exceed 140 km/h, and prolonged periods of heavy rainfall might cause flash flooding in certain low-lying and/or poorly drained areas. If you and your loved ones live in those areas you are advised to evacuate and seek shelter at higher elevations. Everyone else is encouraged to shelter-in-place immediately.