The Gosgvardiya, the Gendarmerie of Kliegme, has successfully destroyed a Terminan Nationalist Terrorist Cell operating in Yatagaras. The destroyed cell is reportedly made up of remnants from the previous terrorist attack on School no.5 in Tsukumo Raion, which took the lives of 48 Kliegmeans (most of them being children), and reinforcements who crossed the border through Yamatai. STPG involvement is unclear as small stockpiles of STPG uniforms and equipment were found in storage, but leans heavily towards it having not been involved at all during the formation and operation of the cell, and that the stockpile found was preparations for a false flag attack to drive a further wedge between Kliegme and the STPG.
The Officer who informed the media of the Gosgvardiya’s success also stated the following.
“The Operation was conducted through intelligence verified by our Federal Information Services, whose investigations were based on a tip-off from its Izaakian counterparts. We would like to state our appreciation to the Izaakian officials who cooperated with us in neutralising terrorism in Termina, and are looking forward to future cooperation in continuing our efforts.”
A sudden and unusual point of debate this year in Gianatla came up on social media after the city of Grumbach renamed one of their three Christmas markets to “Holiday Market”, since it will stay open until after New Year’s Eve. In the center are conservative influencers and politicians, who want to have made out a devious plan by “the woke front”. “Gianlucian culture is seen as something inherently bad and shall be erased from the history of Pacifica. Banning Christmas markets is just the beginning”, a local AVP (nationalist party) politician proclaimed on Stream. The post was liked also by several members of the conservative KPHA.
Kliegme has encircled Yamatai and secured the nation’s borders as a result of the most recent offensive, successfully utilising Yamatai’s defenders’ distraction due to their defection to the Terrorist coalition.
It has begun utilising artillery and air strikes on military targets in the region to further disorganise the terrorist forces in Yamatai.
Several unnamed Neutral city-states have warned their pro-TCG partners that the continued slaughter of Yamatans by Kliegme is unacceptable and that there would be consequences should their conditions not be met for continued neutrality and loyalty to the TCC. However, no deadline has been set by the city-states leading some to speculate if they are bluffing.
The MoD of Kliegme has reaffirmed that their targets are solely of military nature, and that their operations are monitored by both the Federal Human Rights Committee the CE in order to minimise any suffering from civilians.
In Yamatai, Kliegme has started psychological warfare campaigns, with main talking points being that the Nationalists tricked and abandoned the Workers of Yamatai to die for their own gains as cannon fodder, the Nationalist’s anti-labour policies and its general corruption issues, and a PR campaign for the CE. While the latter isn’t expected to shake much hearts nor minds, the results of the former 2 is yet to be seen.
In the Home Front, protests against Gianatlan inaction continues despite Kliegmean MFA commenting that “the Gianatlan decision was conducted constitutionally and democratically through the Königspalast, making its decision an internal affair that Kliegme should not interfere on, regardless of how we feel about it.” While the participation of the rest of the CE made the protests not Anti-CE in nature, seeds of skepticism may grow should the current situation continue without major changes. (OOC: if abandoned(in reality or percieved) by its allies, Kliegme has a chance of taking the position of Hungary’s NATO career for the CE afterwards. However, as of now the government is content with the CE cooperation.)
The Daily Penguin - Kalaki
Kalaki has decreased tarrifs on Kliegme from 42% to 15% and sanctions down to less-imported Kliegme goods after a conference with Alika Pact members the past week. San Marsico, and Marica, the other two members of the Alika Pact warned of cutting back Kalaki’s SAC (Space And Communications) Program with a potential prevention of Kalakian Sattelites be included on San Marisco’s space shuttles.
Increase in UAV activity near Yamatai, likely from Kliegmean Reconnaissance activities. Footage uploaded by Terminan soldiers on Social Media suggest that the UAVs seem to be monitoring the surrounding area for troop movement.
Kliegme has reciprocated on Kalakia’s lowering of sanctions, and allowed vetted Humanitarian aid originating from Kalakia to be transported through Kliegme-occupied Terminan territory without being transferred first to Kliegmean authorities(OOC: still monitored heavily by Kliegmean troops).
The office of chancellor Sanddorn has announced, the USI also accepted the invitation to the talks in Atlantis. They are scheduled for the 27 December 2024, after the Christmas celebrations in Gianatla as well as the summer solstice celebrations in the USI have ended.
The USI Foreign Office confirms that it shared information on a terror cell in Kliegme that led to the arrest of Terminan Nationalist plotters yesterday. The foreign office did however deny the existence of an Izaakian Intelligence Service.
Izaakians celebrate the Summer Solstice, the most important day in the Izaakian calendar. The day often includes bonfires, outside feasts and festivities. The day is forecast to be sunny and warm, a great relief for Empress Astrid and Montwælda Rombold who are partaking in the annual Summer Solstice swim across the Mako Straits between New Mako and Izaakston.
In his Summer Solstice Speech, Montwælda Rombold made a passionate speech about the right to self determination. He defended Izaakia’s role in defending the rights of Romordians against N&GB, Valorans against Ryccia, and Terminans against the corruption of the TCG, and said that it is Izaakias role to defend the rights of the oppressed.
He then brought the theme closer to home, outlining his 2025 priorities to extend greater rights of self determination to native Keylic peoples, not only in Izaakia but nations like the Okhoa.
On the morning of the Summer Solstice, Ikaranarean and allied troops began an invasion of Atrissian Tzara during a time usually reserved for celebrations during the Indavrals’ 2nd most favorite holiday.
The attacks reportedly caught LPF cells unprepared as Ikaranara does not generally rely on shock tactics. Reports of bombers attacking known terrorist encampments and small towns already captured hours after the invasion escaped the country. The Ikaranarean Defense Ministry has not commented on the timing of this invasion.
Following the start of the Izaakian new year, the ISA and Cosmos have begun their recruitment and training program for a manned mission to Tyr. The mission is planned to be completed before the end of the decade, however astronauts for such a mission require years of training.
Zuhlgan - The Zuhlgani government has released details of a highly anticipated referendum on the future political status of Okhoa, scheduled to take place next year. In a statement issued by Foreign Affairs Chief Kula H’kara’s Office, outlined six potential options that will appear on the ballot, ranging from maintaining the current status quo to exploring full autonomy or even eventual independence.
The referendum framework reflects a broad spectrum of possibilities:
Maintain Current Status: No changes to Okhoa’s governance within Zuhlgan.
Increased Suzerainty: Enhanced local control over taxation, education, and cultural matters.
Full Autonomy: Okhoa gains full control over domestic affairs, defense, and foreign policy, while maintaining limited ties to Zuhlgan.
Referendum on Independence: A future vote to decide on full sovereignty.
Confederate Status: Restructuring Zuhlgan and Okhoa into a confederation with shared governance.
Integration: Complete integration of Okhoa into Zuhlgani governance.
In the statement, Zuhlgan’s Foreign Affairs Office emphasized the government’s commitment to democracy, transparency, and regional stability, pledging to ensure a fair and peaceful process. “This referendum is a pivotal moment for Okhoa and Zuhlgan, allowing the people to chart their future through a democratic and inclusive process,” the statement read.
The announcement has already sparked significant interest, with analysts suggesting the referendum could reshape the relationship between Okhoa and the Zuhlgani state. The vote comes amid ongoing calls for greater recognition of Okhoa’s cultural and political identity, as well as growing demands for local governance reforms.
Further details about the referendum process and public consultations are expected to be released in the coming weeks.
→ Previously (12th December) power plant shut-down on the border of TCC had been powered back on this (17th December) morning.
→ Left-over damages have created higher burden on the 2025. budgeting than earlier expected. Namely, it’s been discovered that vital private facilities in Nasphilitae have went years without properly checking their perimeters for intrusive devices. However, this isn’t exclusively the case just for Nasphilitae.
→ Gabriel Ishaton, the lead prosecutor for telecommunications, reports that the power plant was shut down from a physical microcontroller which acted as a Wi-Fi hotspot. This led to the detainment of several employees, which were later released.
→ The supposed attacker under the alias of “Zendee” had been detained in Dreadnaught Locality.
RAFI(12-22-24):
Baseband/Broadband Storm (IV)
Testimony
→ The previous detainee was released upon investigations findings that Gerald Uriel, a restaurant owner from Starlight, which posed as “Zendee” was not capable of performing this attack.
→ Gabriel Ishaton reports of Gerald Uriels testimony suggests that the same operation ongoing now is related to the mass shut-downs of police headquarters digital documentation in April this year. Furthermore, Gerald Uriel was found to be a former contractor of AID Unit Eight, or the Military Intelligence, revealing information about how the RAF obtained encrypted crop duster transmitters its used in the Gulf of Good Omen Operations.
→ The NUSP Task Force and its commentator Raymond Newman, confirm this to be the case. They’ve also stated that, regardless of this months attacks on radio and telecommunications, renovation of the entire telecommunications infrastructure will require re-assessment after their operation is completed. The estimated time was given to be March 2025.
The Terminan Security Force and Higurashi have declared victory over the Nationalist coalition in Clocktown after several weeks of hard fighting. However, despite pushing the Nationalists out Chancellor Ifukube continues to remain missing leading to renewed speculation on the chancellor’s status.
Qaweritoyu
Deputy Prime Minister Chandni Head has died at the age of 37 years old. It is understood that the Deputy Prime Minister took her own life. Prime Minister Walton commented this morning, ‘Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Head family at this difficult time. For now, I will not be replacing the Deputy Prime Minister. Funeral arrangements will follow.’
