The book “The Banner of Red and Blue,” a book detailing events of the Ikaranarean War On Terror during the Cold War, has became one of the bestselling books in Indavral nations, selling over 75 million copies in Ikaranara, Losavra and Past alone. The name of the book is derived from a speech by the High Chief of Losavra, the country’s de facto head of state, in 1972 on events of the war. The famous speech was as follows;
“We bear the banner of red and blue- red for the blood of our revolution, and blue for the skies- the future that comes ahead. Now, it’s as if the sky were washed away by that ocean of blood, and conflict is never-ending. I ask the Losavrals in this crowd this: What is the purpose of our nation? for what reason does this very nation exist? We didn’t unite just so we could have more freedom to kill each other- we united for the freedom of democracy. We beat back the Triangulars, who could have destroyed us at one wrong step- just as the Ikaranarean people did during their Great Revolution- they hated the Father States more than we did, and they were the subjects while we the occupied. The banner we bear does not tell us that blood is the only way to survive, but that the blood we shed then will lead to a brighter future, one where the sky runs bright and blue. It is the same now. We must fight against those who are stuck only looking to the blood of our past so that we can see a future where Losavra shines again- not in power, but as a beacon of democracy and peace!”
The book is on track to become the 3rd most bestselling book among Indavral populations, lagging behind only the Vbara and “A Tale of Sun and Moon,” The bestselling Pasten story ever written.
Efladian Minister for Economics and Trade and Commerce, Karl Grom from the Liberal party has announced that after negotiations with Berusturg, a joint company has been founded. Named “Software Configuration and Management” (SCM), it will focus on software development, configuration and consultation. It’s first client is an efladian bank.
The government of Thalapadis has sent out invitations to leaders of many foreign nations to the ceremony of signing of the union treaty between the Padipeiran city states, by which they will become part of the congressional republic. It is expected to be the biggest event and celebration in the nation since the congressional republic itself was declared and Androu was declared the first president of congress
(ooc: all of you active people are invited, will prob have a small rp thing about it)
The Starhawk Ministry Of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that the Leaders of Spiras, Emerald, The Union, Ludville, and Nova Colradia will travel to the Signing Ceremony in Thalapadis.
The Gianlucian nation has accepted the invitation from the Thalapadian government too. Due to time constraints, it is believed Gianatla will be represented by a small delegation made up of the economic minister Kugler and multiple Gianlucian ambassadors from the region, including those of Thalapadis, Ryccia and Erinor.
In other news: Controversial debates are led in Gianlucian media, sparked especially by the conservative tabloid “Das Auge”, after former King and Leader Gianluca IV has been seen and photographed attending meetings with a psychotherapist.
Both President Mara Khuri & Jana Van Den Bergh have accepted the invitation to celebrations in Thalapadis. King Andrei III & Prime Minister Vlaicu likewise will join the celebrations.
Papers report that the Presidential staff has been left at 60% capacity following widespread resignations. Reversing the increases enacted under President Blanc. Resigning staff cite a lack of professionalism, poor work ethic, lack of vision, nightly parties and overly hedonistic lifestyle of president pike as reasons for their resignations. Many stated a preference for the highly driven and intense work ethic of President Blanc.
President Revan Kensei has announced that the Frost Empire will include the Rainbow Islands within its Security umbrella and has offered to extend security guarantees to states within the islands.
The Efladian Foreign minister annonced that Eflad has accepted the invitation form Thalapadia. The minister himself will attend alongside the prime minister.
Qaweritoyu: Former Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition Carol Crouse turns 89 years old today. Crouse served as Prime Minister from 1974 until 1981 and as Leader of the Opposition from 1981 until his retirement in 1999.
Kliegme has entered Monsoon season, with rain pouring down all day long. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has reported that preparations for this year’s monsoon season has been adequate for the current precipitation
Amberholde: Prime Minister Guzman has confirmed that after a turbulent six months, he no longer plans to step down as Prime Minister. He said his original plan was to get the country sorted before stepping aside as Party Leader and Prime Minister but that the Party has decided they don’t want him to go so he has decided not to.
Elbonian separatists held another round of rallies in the South Elbonian city of Tossalinn, vandalizing government property and demanding the release of the Free Elbonian Movement members of the South Elbonian Congress that were arrested in December.
Police has been dispatched to the city, although observers fear that the dispatching of the police could cause further violence.
The Rhaynan Prytanis and Viceprytanis have answered to the Thalapadian invitation: “Θα χαρούμε πολύ, θα ήταν τιμή μας να βοηθήσουμε ένα τόσο σημαντικό γεγονός στην ιστορία του μακροχρόνιου συμμάχου μας.”
Translation:
“We would be more than glad, we would be honored to assist such an important event in the history of our long history ally.”
Summary
OOC: “Posted it a lot later in the forum because the forum page loads when it wants lol”