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Qaweritoyu
Former Prime Minister Carlo Sampson has given his opinions on the Modern Marxist Party’s decision to make Cynthia Erickson their leader and, therefore, Prime Minister.

In remarks made in an interview with Oliver Mahmood of the Alton City Sentinel, Former Prime Minister Sampson said he has mixed feelings on how quickly the decision was made. ‘I don’t think the Party can know she is the right fit for the Prime Minister so quickly,’ he told Mahmood.

‘I feel like saying, “Get out of that,”’ he continued. ‘She’s got a great career, and she’s got options galore. I don’t know why she would voluntarily choose to put herself forward for Prime Minister for a year.’

‘I have some of my best memories in that Parliament,’ the former Prime Minister continued. ‘However, I’m sorry, this certainly does not sound like good news.’

Mister Speaker Philip Horn has even said he’s not sure what this means for Parliament but he is trying to continue forward as normal and not disrupt Parliamentary proceedings. He also noted that ‘it seems to be reflecting badly on me, for some reason.’

‘I’ve always been a good saver,’ said Mister Speaker, contrary to what people seem to be telling him lately. ‘I’ve always had that mentality that you’ve got to be ready for a rainy day. People keep asking me if I have really stopped working,’ said Mister Speaker.

‘We don’t want to repeat the past,’ said Mister Speaker. ‘We want to push it forward. We have slightly bigger things to worry about right now.’

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Qaweritoyu
Former Prime Minister Sampson’s comments seem to suggest that the Prime Minister will only be in office for one year. The former Prime Minister stated, during an interview today with Oliver Mahmood, ‘I feel like saying, “Get out of that.”’ ‘She’s got a great career, and she’s got options galore. I don’t know why she would voluntarily choose to put herself forward for Prime Minister for a year.’

Both the former Prime Minister and Prime Minister have so far refused to comment on this statement.

[Kobegr01]

BREAKING: OCDP Storms 3 Zuhlgani Bases in Okhoa

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Varekko, Okhoa— According to reports from local affiliates, within the last half-hour the Okhoa Civil Defense Patrol have commenced operations in three of the nine Zuhlgani military installations in Okhoa. Zuhlgani defense officials said they were aware of a “developing situation” in Okhoa and that they were monitoring developments.

The Okhoa Regional Council has not responded to requests for comment.

This is a developing story.

Updates:

June 22, 21:37 BREAKING: Armed Standoff at Zuhlgani Bases as OCDP Demands Full Evacuation

Ka’atria, Okhoa— Roughly three hours after launching coordinated operations at three Zuhlgani military installations across the Okhoan interior, the Okhoa Civil Defense Patrol (OCDP) remains locked in tense standoffs with Zuhlgani forces, demanding immediate evacuation of Dominion personnel and assets.

According to multiple sources inside the Okhoa Regional Council, the OCDP is acting under emergency directives passed in closed session late last week. The OCDP has reportedly issued ultimatums at the bases, calling the Zuhlgani presence “incompatible with the constitutional will of the Okhoan people.”

Reports indicate that Zuhlgani troops have fortified their compounds, refusing to vacate without direct orders from Ozákla. Sporadic gunfire was reported near the southern perimeter of Base Q-9 outside Ka’atria, though there are no confirmed casualties from either government.

Zuhlgani Defense Command issued a statement from Ozákla calling the OCDP’s actions “unlawful incursions” and warned that “the safety of Dominion personnel is non-negotiable.”

The Okhoa Regional Council remains silent as of publication, though aides to key autonomy-aligned lawmakers have privately described the move as “inevitable” following weeks of unresolved tension over base withdrawals and legal jurisdiction.

The World Forum’s transition oversight mission in Ka’atria has called for immediate de-escalation and urged both parties to “prevent bloodshed and preserve the spirit of constitutional transition.”

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Fighting Intensifies Across Mitallduk as Resistance Pushes North, Zuhlgan Reinforces Strategic Corridors

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Med Karazh, Mitallduk— The conflict in Mitallduk continues to evolve rapidly, with multiple groups making tactical gains and regional actors deepening their involvement. According to military observers and humanitarian agencies on the ground, the past week has seen a wave of offensives and shifting alliances that could reshape the trajectory of the civil conflict.

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[Kobegr01]

Krauanagaz, WF May Intervene as Okhoa-Zuhlgan Crisis Peaks

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Ka’atria, Okhoa— A dramatic escalation took place yesterday as the Okhoa Civil Defense Patrol (OCDP) launched coordinated operations against three Zuhlgani military bases, staking a hardline claim in the midst of Okhoa’s tenuous constitutional transition following the recent autonomy referendum.

Details emerged late yesterday afternoon indicating the OCDP had moved into three military installations. One located near Ka’atria and two others in the rural interior. Zuhlgani Defense officials confirmed a “developing situation” and said they were monitoring the status of their forces. The Okhoa Regional Council declined to comment.

Several hours later, the standoff intensified outside Base Q‑9 near Ka’atria. OCDP representatives delivered ultimatums demanding the immediate withdrawal of Dominion troops and equipment, citing the recent referendum as evidence of the “constitutional will of the Okhoa people.”

Zuhlgani forces responded by fortifying their positions. Witnesses reported the sound of sporadic gunfire near the compound’s perimeter, though no fatalities have been confirmed. Details on potential injuries remain unverified.

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[Izaakia]

The Izaakian Supreme Court rules that in the event of a constitutional crisis where Parliament and The Presidency have lost authority, then the 20 state governors must meet as the highest elected authorities to reform the constitution.

[Izaakia]

Field Martial Storm announces that she will chair an assembly of the 20 Governors on Friday. She has also ordered state governors to mobilise their national guards amid reports that Terra Firma mercenaries are growing tired of their confinement in the ships they arrived on.

[Kobegr01]

Explosion Rocks Zuhlgani-Guarded Aid Hub in Southern Mitallduk Amid Growing Humanitarian Crisis

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Yattahar, Mitallduk— A devastating explosion tore through a humanitarian aid distribution point yesterday, sending shockwaves through one of the most vulnerable regions of Mitallduk, already bracing under severe humanitarian strain. The site, operated and defended by Zuhlgani security forces, was struck in an attack that left dozens of civilians and aid workers dead or wounded.

Eyewitnesses described a catastrophic scene, “A massive fireball erupted, then gunfire raked through the crowd as people tried to flee,” reported a local villager who witnessed the explosion firsthand. Aid workers and refugees, many of whom had been waiting in line for vital medical supplies and food, were among those affected. At least 64 casualties have been confirmed, 30 fatalities and 34 injured, though officials warn the numbers may rise as rescue efforts continue.

No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack, though Southern Mitallduk has been the site of increasing clashes between various resistance elements and Dominion-aligned security units, including Zuhlgani military forces.

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Qaweritoyu
Prime Minister Erickson has been spotted strolling around a Music festival in Alton City. Erickson, herself, is a former singer and headlined the festival in the past.

Deputy Prime Minister Garcia’s wife has joined Celebrity Gogglebox but not paired with the Deputy Prime Minister. Fans are questioning where the Deputy Prime Minister is.

[Kobegr01]

Southern Cordilia’s Recovery Enters Crucial Phase: Four Months On

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Panata, Krauanagaz— Four months after a catastrophic magnitude-10.1 earthquake triggered a devastating tsunami and the eruption of Mount Alkantarak, Southern Cordilia remains locked in a grueling recovery effort. The disaster, which killed over 120,000 people and displaced nearly one million, has left infrastructure in ruins, economies in freefall, and survivors grappling with trauma, even as international aid and local efforts slowly pave a path forward.

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[Folkmann]

State Visit Announced

Fauderlandish Chancellor, Felix Gähring has planned to meet with the leader of Tarcena. The neighbouring nation to Fauderland’s north has always been of great interest as part of Pan-Barelandic relations. Chancellor Gähring views the partnership between Bremerstedt and Andersburg of national importance.

[Kliegme]

Kliegme has recognised the Provisional Government of the United Slovesene Republic as a successor govrrnment to that of the overthrown Kingdom of Visrodin. However, it is yet to establish formal diplomatic relations.

Reaction to this was met with indifference, in that neither backlash nor overwhelming support had occurred. Many Kliegmeans see the recognition as a recognition of reality on the ground. Despite the strong anticommunist public sentiment, it seems that reforms made by the Provisional Government has largely neutralised animosity.

[Qwert]

Following “concrete steps in the right direction”, the Sedunnic foreign minister Hevv Gjieramm has announced Sedunn’s intention to officially recognise the United Slovesene Republic and its government.

When asked about the proposed “state school” he elaborated that it would entail seminars, workshops and visits to various relevant institutions and “any support requested”. All political parties in the Sedunnic parliament, Sedunnic agencies and ministries, NGOs and Sedunnic WF representatives, among others will be invited. He was hoping for a large Slovesene delegation representing different interest groups, the opposition, NGOs and the new state.

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Qaweritoyu

Statement from the Prime Minister on Drug Decriminalisation Legislation

The position laid out here is one I wholeheartedly respect. It reflects not only a clear moral compass but a pragmatic understanding of how justice, public health, and governance must evolve if they are to serve all the people—particularly those most often pushed to the margins.

Drug criminalisation has never protected communities. What it has done is punish poverty, exacerbate inequality, and entrench corruption—from the quiet immunity enjoyed by the wealthy to the global networks of organised crime that thrive on prohibition’s perverse incentives. When enforcement is uneven, when systems of punishment outpace systems of care, we are no longer speaking about justice. We are speaking about institutional harm.

The coalition government I lead—formed between the Modern Marxist Party and the Advanced Humanitarian League—was elected to challenge precisely these injustices. We committed to a politics grounded in compassion, evidence, and a refusal to mistake cruelty for strength.

Decriminalisation is not legalisation. It is a rebalancing of the system: a move away from the criminal code and towards the healthcare system. It means rehabilitation, not incarceration. Support, not stigma. And while organised crime will continue to face the full force of the law, those struggling with addiction will not be its collateral damage.

Let it be said clearly: this legislation is not soft on crime. It is hard on indifference. It is hard on the policies that let communities rot so long as the rot stayed out of sight. We will not return to a failed status quo. Our duty is not to uphold systems that punish pain, but to build systems that heal it.

We will move forward. Drug decriminalisation will remain the law of this land, because justice demands it, and the people—at last—expect it.

— Cynthia Erickson
Prime Minister

Statement from the Prime Minister of Qaweritoyu on the Lifting of the Internet Ban

Fellow citizens of Qaweritoyu,

After careful consideration, I am announcing today that the government will lift the national internet ban, effective immediately.

This decision was not made lightly. The original intent of the ban was to preserve social stability and protect our population from destabilising external influence during a particularly sensitive period in our national development. However, the time has come to adapt to a new reality — one in which openness, connectivity, and responsible digital engagement must guide our way forward.

There are three principal reasons for this change:

1. Public Trust and Maturity
   The people of Qaweritoyu have shown a remarkable degree of civic responsibility. It is clear that our society is ready to engage with the wider digital world in a thoughtful and constructive manner.
2. Educational and Economic Growth
   The internet is a powerful tool for learning, innovation, and trade. Keeping our nation offline places us at a disadvantage in global knowledge-sharing, technological advancement, and economic opportunity. Lifting the ban allows our students, entrepreneurs, and researchers to flourish on equal footing with the world.
3. Transparency and Good Governance
   As your Prime Minister, I believe that government must lead by example in building trust. By reconnecting our people to the global digital commons, we affirm our commitment to transparency, accountability, and the free exchange of ideas.

We will accompany this transition with robust digital literacy programs, clear laws to prevent online harm, and protections to ensure that the internet remains a tool for empowerment — not exploitation.

Let this be a moment of renewal and confidence. Qaweritoyu stands ready to meet the future, not in isolation, but in dialogue with the world.

Thank you.

Cynthia Erickson,
Prime Minister

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Okhoa, Okhoa— Just days after the Okhoa Civil Defense Patrol (OCDP) occupied three Zuhlgani military bases in a dramatic move to assert sovereignty, the constitutional transition process has entered into a precarious phase.

Since the referendum, the World Forum has significantly increased its engagement following formal requests from both the Zuhlgani and Okhoan authorities. On Tuesday a 15-member WF crisis mediation team, led by Special Envoy Dr. Yana Mukherjee, arrived in Ka’atria. Sources familiar with the talks stated that the primary goal was establishing productive dialogue between Okhoa and Zuhlgan, then transitioning into negotiations on phased base handovers and ceasefire protocols.

Aside from base Q-9, the OCDP still occupies two additional bases— codenamed G-12 and R-7. According to multiple reports from nearby the occupied bases, low-altitude Zuhlgani reconaissance flights have been frequent. Prompting the OCDP to deploy mobile radar units and civilian surveillance drones to monitor Zuhlgani activity.

Legal counsel for the Regional Council issued a public opinion on Friday affirming the OCDP’s actions are legally justified under emergency legislation, but acknowledged that only internationally verified withdrawal timelines would provide a credible exit path. Talks between the Okhoan and Zuhlgani delegations are scheduled to resume Monday morning in Ka’atria, several anonymous reports suggest a draft document has been finalized and is under final review by both delegations.

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Following a highly contested debate and vote, the National Congress of Emerald has passed an Amendment to the Emeraldian Constitution Of 1756 (2022 Revision) that formerly bans the selling, production, possession, and recreational use of Mind Altering Substances excluding Alcohol. The final vote tally for the Senate of Provinces was 17 Yay-8 Nay-2 Abstains, while the Chamber of Representatives was 156 Yay-27 Nay-4 Abstains. Notably, this vote in both chambers saw a split within the Governing Grand Coalition, as the Emerald Social Party and the Emerald Workers Party voted against the Amendment, while the two other Congressional Coalitions, the Coalition Of The Republic and the Coalition of the Future all voted for the Amendment outside of Six abstains from multiple parties.

Reasons for the introduction of the Amendment originate from numerous court cases in Ludville and Denver, both Nations having National Bans on Mind Altering Substances, as the Open Border Agreement of the Union Act often meant that many would buy MAS’s in Emerald before taking it across the border. The other primary reason was that, in a the same vain as Same-Sex Marriage, Mind Altering Substances, otherwise known as Drugs, have had a vague legality, not illegal, but not officially legal either, as it was never addressed under the Emeraldian Constitution. However, it seems that unlike Same-Sex Marriage, formerly protected with the 2012 Revision of the 1756 Constitution, Drugs have gone the opposite route.

King Joshua VII signed the Amendment into formal law, to the protests of Prime Minister Victoria Nakari. The Ministry Of State, has issued that all business’ selling Mind Altering Substances will hand over all non-monetary assets (IE Drugs), Cease Operations within Emeraldian Territory, including the Territory Of New Emral and All Overseas Military Bases or Leased Territory, within 2-3 Days or be subject to a Police Search and Seizure. The Ministry Of Security has issued a memorandum for all citizens to hand over all Drug Paraphernalia or face a Felony Charge, this was also issued to Foreign Citizens. Notably, Gronn, recognized as Foreign Company owned by CEO Karianna Westergaard of Valkyria to the Ministry Of Industry and Labor, with a C6 License under the Ministry Of Trade, has a much shorter deadline than domestic companies, having only 24 hours to comply with the MoS Ultimatum. The Union Ministry Of Foreign Affairs, via a request by the Ministry Of Justice, issued a statement to the Valkyrian Government that while the Death Penalty is indeed legal in Emerald for certain crimes, now including the selling, buying, production, and use of Drugs, however, the Foreign Citizen’s Rights Law, signed in 1970, forbids the use of the Death Penalty for Foreign Citizens.

However, it is to be noted that while the Vice Ministers of Labor and Industry and Trade have agreed to revoke Gronn’s Liscenses, the head Ministers for both Ministries made separate statements after the Amendment passing that neither would revoke. While not confirmed as of this time, it is believed that the Chief Of Congress has issued a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Nakari, citing multiple actions that goes against the majority of the Grand Coalition.

[KingTEM]

Minister Of Trade, Matthew “Matty” Sullivan, of the Emeraldian Workers Party, has issued a statement outlining his leaving of the Emeraldian Workers Party following what Sullivan described as “Actions that go against my own morals”. Party Chairman, Victoria Williamseva, the Minister Of Industry and Labor, has bashed Sullivan online for his “Anti-worker rehetoric”, while Minister Of State, Dylan Erikev, has defended Sullivan’s actions, stating that Sullivan has the right to leave a party if he believes that the party against his morals or beliefs. Online Commentators speculate that Sullivan’s removal of himself from his party likely coincides with the now confirmed vote of no confidence, set to be held June 30th. It is to be noted that Minister Sullivan is not alone, as both the Ministers of Health and Justice were recently booted from the Emeraldian Social Party and are currently working to join another party.

Meanwhile, in regards to Prime Minister Victoria Nakari, King Joshua VII made a statement earlier today following the booting of Ministers Johansen and Rivers, where his majesty called for Nakari’s resignation. This has caused minor public outrage from supporters of the Emeraldian Social Party and the Emeraldian Workers Party, with vocal outrage from the internet, mostly from foreign accounts based in other countries, who, Senator Johan Schmidt of Centralia noted “Have little understanding of Denvari Culture and overall politics.”, while Prince Edward commented that “These armchair politicians have no idea what they are talking about.” Minister Of Security, Joshua Eriksen, commented “These people have a habit of projecting their values on other people and governments, expecting everyone else to follow them. The Denvari in particular often clash with these people, especially the ‘International Left’, who can’t seem to grasp our people’s inherent martial culture, yet their rhetoric has poisoned quite a few of our own politicians and people, Prime Minister Nakari included.”

The other Congressional Coalitions have thus far remained quiet on the matter.

In regards to the recent Amendment, The Ministry Of Justice noted that most citizens and domestic business’ have thus far complied with the Ultimatum, with a few minor outliers that have thus far resulted in eight arrests. Notably, Gronn has yet to make any statement on the matter, and the local Head, a one Marcus Forchammer, a Non-Citizen Resident of Emerald (Forchammer holds Cimbrian citizenship, having been born to an Austral Mother with a Folsterian Father), remains quiet.

Meanwhile, out at sea, HEMS Leopard DDG-51 has seized a Emeraldian Flagged Cargo Vessel carrying Mind Altering Substances into Emerald. Fleet Admiral Henryk Jensev issued a statement following the seizure that the Ministry Of Defense issued orders to the ERN, ERA, and ERAF to seize any “Drug Boats”, including those flying foreign flags.

[Izaakia]

After days of disagreement the Council of Governors have reached an impasse on a resolution to Terra Firma pardon issue. They have however agreed to cede most executive powers to the states, suspending both the presidency and parliament. The remaining federal functions such as defence, national parks and foreign policy have been granted into the prerogative of Empress Astrid, who has confirmed Field Martial Storm in her position as Head of the Armed Forces.

[KingTEM]

Tensions between the Prime Minister and the rest of the Emeraldian Government spiked today as the now former Prime Minister attempted to coup the government a few hours ahead of the set vote of no confidence.

Prime Minister Nakari, backed up by her supporters of the Emeraldian Social Party and the Emeraldian Workers Party, alongside the Minister Of Industry and Labor, Victoria Williamseva, and members of Company A, 1st Royal Guards Regiment, briefly seized the Congressional Palace of Emerald. Thankfully, no members of Congress (outside Nakari’s Supporters) or the Ministries of Government were present, leaving only tourists and office personnel. According to Representative Micheal Jamesev, of Centralia, he and his colleagues had received two anonymous tips telling them to not be in the building at a set time. National Royal Police later identified the tips to have originated from the Ministers of Treasury and Progress, Isaak Converev and Arva Tomseva.

Prime Minister Nakari, following her seizure of the Congressional Palace, declared over social media the founding of the “Emeraldian Federal Republic” with herself as Acting President. Union Prime Minister Galen Hughes immeadiately denounced the declaration, while just about every military commander across the country denounced her request to “Aid in the takedown of the ‘corrupt’ monarchy”, those that made no statement apparently hadn’t received the message.

After Nakari’s declaration, King Joshua VII immeadiately named Minister of State, Dylan Erikev, acting Prime Minister, while also naming the now former Prime Minister an enemy of the Emeraldian state.

What followed was something that no one could’ve possibly predicted as King Joshua VII himself was pictured in full Military Gear leading Military Police, National Royal Police, Emral State Police, and the Starton Metro PD SWAT team into resecuring the Congressional Palace. It is believed that the rest of the 1st Royal Guards and the 2nd and 3rd Royal Guards were also involved. No deaths were reported, while 3 injuries with the coup attempters were reported. Police injuries consisted only of a sprained ankle after taking a tumble down a set of stairs.

Ex-Prime Minister Nakari was led out of the Palace in handcuffs by King Joshua VII before being handed off to National Royal Police. Ex-Minister of Industry and Labor was shot in the shoulder while she attempted to fight back against a Emral State Police Officer.

It is unknown at this time as to what the ultimate fates of Nakari and Williamseva will be, along with their supporters and the traitorous members of the 1st Royal Guards.