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President Macony Honor Victims of the Pontra Massacre in Campaign Stop

President Macony visited the town of Pontra earlier today as part of his re-election campaign for the upcoming June 14th election, an effort to shore up his support among Gascarans after struggles over the past four years to make progress in developing the oft-neglected province amid conservative and nationalist opposition. After a moment of silence at the memorial that has been set up in the town's central square to remember those who were killed on that day, the President made a brief statement to the press.

"I believe we must honor those who lost their lives in any tragedy that has occurred on Eserian soil, whether Frezian or Gascaran or Varlesian. I have always believed we are stronger as a nation because of our diversity, that is as true today as the day I was elected nearly four years ago. The confrontation that occurred here is just another reminder that our union was not forged peacefully nor that all of its citizens have be viewed as equals. But I know that one day Eserland will become a true union of equals and I look forward to helping make that a reality sooner rather than later."



Freza League Candidate Radon Condemns President's Pontra Visit

Presidential candidate Arnold Radon of the Freza League released a statement condemning President's Macony's stop in Pontra, calling it a "great disgrace to Eserians of all ages" and a "blatant move to legitimize the claims of murder by Gascaran nationalists." The controversial candidate has made it one of his core positions to officially recognize the Pontra Massacre as an act of self-defense that should be remembered for "how it exposes the unruly nature of the Gascaran people" and the need to ensure that Gascaran's remain part of the Union "at all costs". While polling has him at third place behind AEU candidate Meredith Nelson and President Macony, thus unlikely to make it to the second round of the election, he has garnered support from a growing nationalist contingent that sees the recent actions of the Gascaran provincial government to hold an independence referendum as an affront to national unity and a rejection of an Eserian national identity. Having made gains in last year's provincial elections in Potham, they are hoping to make gains in Assembly elections that are set to concur with the first round of the presidential election on June 14th.
 
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Communities Along Freza Flooded Following Heavy Rains; 12 Confirmed Dead and Dozens More Missing

Record high rainfall from recent storms over the Province of Lussex have caused the Freza River to overflow its banks, inundating towns and villages downriver. At least 12 have been confirmed dead from the flood, with several dozen still missing as flood waters remain high. Rescue services have been on the scene in many of the affected communities, but many have been overwhelmed by the scale of the flooding. Portions of Banderfal and Grotham without adequate levee protection are also currently underwater as the Freza has crested at almost 30 feet above normal levels in some areas. President Macony has issued a federal disaster declaration for the provinces of Lussex, Brenna, and Montath as well as the SAD of Banderfal and FERA (Federal Emergency Response Agency) has been mobilized to provide aid to the hardest hit areas.

Scenes of citizens being airlifted from their rooftops and rescued from sinking cars have continued to emerge and our thoughts and prayers are with all of those who have lost loved ones or are currently awaiting rescue. The President has also announced that he will be visiting several towns in Lussex that are currently underwater in the coming days once flood waters recede enough to assess the damage. First Speaker Harting has called the Popular Assembly back into session to discuss disaster aid for the affected provinces and relief is expected to come soon once a vote can be held.

Alleged Downing of Ambrosian Jet by Justosia Brings War Concerns as Markets Tumble

Trading in the Banderfal Stock Exchange (BSE) was down nearly 2% today after the Ambrosian government announced that one of their fighter jets had been downed by a Justosian aircraft carrier. Experts have warned that a devastating war could break out soon between Ambrosia, Sylvania, and Justosia if efforts are not made to cool down tensions in the coming days. At a press conference this afternoon Foreign Minister Robert Hamilton stated that he and his team were closely monitoring the situation and that he hoped that a diplomatic resolution could be reached before the situation deteriorated further.

"I understand the apprehension that many feel about the current situation, especially as it threatens Trans-Implarian trade," Minister Hamilton told reporters, "but I remain hopeful that this situation can be resolved without any bloodshed." While the Foreign Ministry continues to watch the situation unfold from afar, Mr. Hamilton was adamant that Eserland would remain uninvolved. "These are concerning developments but it remains between those nations on both sides of the Implarian, we have more pressing concerns across Gallo-Germania to deal with right now."

Indeed, this comes in the face of increasing tensions across Gallia following the entrance of the Burgundian PR into the Rurikgrad Pact, which has alarmed many across the political spectrum as Eserland now shares a border with a Kadikistani-aligned nation. Minister Hamilton has stated that the administration is looking at ways to counter the growing Kadikistani threat and currently a war across the Implarian is distant compared to the concerns of war in Gallo-Germania. We will keep you informed of the situation as it continues to unfold.
 
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Musée Marlondeau Re-Opens in Bryon Following Renovations

The world renowned Musée Marlondeau - home to some of the most famous works of art from the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries - re-opened its doors today following extensive renovations to the aging structure and the addition of a new wing dedicated to 19th century art from across Gallo-Germania. Although originally scheduled to re-open on April 24 , the grand reopening was delayed following damage from the earthquake last month that devastated parts of Nedernesië and caused moderate damage to structures across Varlais. Crowds were gathered outside the museum as it admitted its first visitors in over six months, many eager to see the new collection in the 19th century wing including work from acclaimed Eserian Impressionist artist Daniel Castor whose paintings of the Eserian countryside have been praised from art critics across the world for their beauty and distinctive style.

"We are glad to be finally opening our doors again to art enthusiasts and tourists who come to see some of the most beautiful works of art this world has ever seen," museum director Ethan Renaud said in a statement provided to the EBC, "and we are glad that so many people have been eagerly awaiting this day for many months." The Musée Marlondeau has been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bryon and its closure was seen as a hit to the local tourist industry. City officials are certainly happy to see it open to the public once again, with Mayor Bernard Colbert praising the museum as "one of the greatest cultural treasures in all of Eserland" in a speech during the re-opening ceremony this morning and as a "cornerstone of Bryon's historic district." The museum is expected to be packed this weekend following special discounted prices in celebration of its grand re-opening, with the price of admission going back up to normal starting Monday for all visitors.
 

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DWP Splinters Announce Formation of New Party

This weekend's spring party conference of the DWP saw the radical, Marxist-Serazinist wing of the party stage a walkout over ideological and strategic differences with the party's leadership, citing its willingness to work with the FDP and its failure to "make material progress to the liberation of the proletariat from capitalist rule" as reasoning for the split. While the conference was meant to be an opportunity to bring about party unity, it only ended up resulting in a more permanent party split. Kirk Sunderland, who led the Marxist-Serazinist caucus of the DWP, officially announced earlier this evening that the conference walkouts would be forming a new party, the People's Revolutionary Party, that follows a more strict Marxist-Serazinist platform and refuses to cooperate with the FDP, DWP, or any other parties that do not "truly stand with the struggles of Eserland's workers under an unjust capitalist regime."

A quarter of the DWP caucus in the Popular Assembly has joined this new party and it is already organizing slates of candidates for provincial party lists for elections next month. However, it is unlikely that the new party will be able to field many candidates for individual holding races or field a candidate for the presidential election next month. This does leave the FDP without a majority in the Popular Assembly, though, and it is likely that the Greens will have to be brought into the FDP-led coalition in order to ensure a majority until the next Federal Assembly takes office in August.


Couple Goes Missing During Hike through Armand Mountains


George and Alicia Horneman, who were last seen on Saturday afternoon leaving a campground in the Armand Mountains on the border with the Burgundian P.R., have been officially declared missing by provincial police after they had been contacted by their family yesterday afternoon when they failed to return home. A search is already being conducted by local and provincial police in the area they were last seen, but it is feared they might have succumbed to an animal attack or - as some worry - could have strayed over the border and been captured by Burgundian soldiers.

The young couple, who got married in January, were avid campers and had gone to the Armand Mountains to take advantage of the warm and sunny weather this past weekend. There are also many challenging trails through the mountains that attract thousands of hikers each year, despite warnings about staying clear of the border due to current tensions between the Eserian government and the Marxist-Leninovist regime in Pillau. Currently several trails in the area where the couple was last spotted have been closed as the search for them continues.
 

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Nelson Wins First Presidential Debate

AEU presidential candidate Meredith Nelson, the former Governor of Gresgol, has been declared the winner of last night's presidential debate following the release of post-debate polls earlier today. The debate, focused on foreign policy, saw sharp criticism of the President's inaction over the revolution in West Bourgogne last year that saw it fall to communism along with the neighboring Kingdom of Neustria. Nelson called it an "appalling lack of leadership" on President Macony's behalf that has only been amplified by the Burgundian P.R.'s recent decision to join the Rurikgrad Pact that has shaken members of both major parties.

Macony defended his administration's cautious stance on Burgundy as preventing the country from delving into a "costly and uncertain war" that would potentially have alienated allies in the region. The President also declared that one of the top priorities of his second term would be to join the ODS, calling it an alliance "dedicated to the defense of democracy" that is "bringing the nations of Gallia together." He received sharp criticism from Nelson, who said that joining the ODS would be a "step toward surrendering Eserian sovereignty" while announcing that as president she would pursue closer ties with the DDI, stating that it serves as a "simple defensive alliance" that will protect Eserland's autonomy while showing that the country shall not remain silent in the face of growing Kadikistani influence in Gallo-Germania.

While well received this may make governing more difficult for Nelson should she win the election, as the AEU's coalition partner the LUP publicly supports Eserland joining the ODS and would likely oppose efforts to join the DDI due to the party's vocal opposition to cooperation with any post-delegationist states. Meanwhile Freza League candidate Arnold Radon called President Macony a communist sympathizer and said that as president he would build-up Eserland's military and use that as a deterrent to growing communist power in the region, stating that Eserland "can defend herself on her own" without the need for "burdensome" alliances.
 
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Search for Missing Couple in Armand Mountains Called Off, Worse is Feared

The search for George and Alicia Horneman, who went missing on May 15th, has been called off by authorities after they failed to find any trace of them in the Armand Mountains. With the Burgundian P.R. remaining silent on their disappearance, the government has assumed that they had no role in what happened to Mr. and Mrs. Horneman. Theories range from an animal attack to a hiking accident or even that the couple has fled the country for one reason or another and staged their disappearance. The latter has been widely dismissed by state police, who call it a "tragedy" but have left the case open in case more information emerges at a later point in time. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of George and Alicia as they remain without resolution on the couple's disappearance.


Fears of Kadikistani Influence Grow as Communist Party Officially Aligns with Kadikistan

Alarm spread through the political establishment yesterday when the Kadikistani-led International Association of Communist Worker's Parties (IACWP) officially confirmed that the Communist Party of Eserland had been accepted as a member. This seemed to confirm suspicions that the party was a front for the spread off Kadikistani influence into Eserland as it has expanded the Rurikgrad Pact into Gallia in recent months. The IACWP is widely acknowledged to be a tool for Kadikistan to finance Marxist-Leninovist parties and movements across the world and the Communist Party's membership is a concerning development for intelligence officials and politicians alike.

Already calls have gone out from several fringe members of the AEU and as well as the Freza League to investigate potential communist infiltration of the Eserian government, although so far intelligence officials have refuted the idea that Kadikistani influence extends beyond the CP. Kevin Jarvis, a senior official with the National Intelligence Service (NIS), has called such claims "ridiculous" in a public statement issued earlier today saying that while Kadikistani has been ramping up it's influence in Gallia in recent years that Eserland has remained "largely untouched" apart from a few extreme elements on the left. Nevertheless pressure is growing for Eserland to seek allies as Kadikistan threatens the security of all democratic nations in Gallo-Germania and it is clear that no matter who wins the presidential election - likely President Macony or Fmr. Governor Nelson according to recent polling - that talks to join either the ODS or DDI will commence this summer.
 

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The opposition to Kadikistani imperialism and wanton violence grows, however, we would advise the United Provinces of Eserland to consider that there are many strong friends it can look towards without relying solely on the dynamics of an unwieldy alliance.

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While Eserland sees Serenierre as a natural ally against Kadikistan, we also recognize that our interests diverge on other matters including the spread of Marxist-Serazinism across Gallo-Germania. We may be interested in a bilateral security agreement with Serenierre in recognition of its importance as a major Gallian power but believe the ODS to be a more promising opportunity for long-term opposition to the Rurikgrad Pact.

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PRP Calls for Eserland to Join Proposed Gallian Alliance

Kirk Sunderland, leader of the recently formed People's Revolutionary Party, has called on Eserland to join the Gallian alliance that Serenierre is rumored to be looking to push for in the coming weeks and months. In a statement released to the press, he said that it was time for the nations of Gallia to come closer together in the face of "Kadikistani imperialism" and that organizations such as the ODS and DDI were too exclusionary to other important Gallian powers such as Serenierre and Asteria which share opposition to the recent expansion of the Rurikgrad Pact. "It is a shame that our leaders have become so narrow-minded," he said, "and more concerned with pushing an ideological agenda than opposing Kadikistani aggression in the most effective way possible."

President Macony Wins Second Presidential Debate

President Macony has been determined the winner of the second presidential debate, a collection of post-debate polls shows. The debate, which was largely focused on a mix of domestic and foreign policy, saw the President launch into a criticism of Governor Nelson's pro-DDI stance calling it an "invitation to involve Eserland in a conflict it has no interests in" citing recent tensions between DDI member Sylvania and Justosia following the downing of an Ambrosian jet last month that has resulted in a conference being called in Jugol, Azraq in an effort to avoid a war. "The ODS is strictly focused on protecting the interests of nations in Gallo-Germania," he followed, "and in promoting closer economic and diplomatic ties." Recent polls have shown public opinion turning against membership in the DDI as members of the alliance have begun to prepare themselves for the possibility of a war with Justosia if peace talks in Jugol fail to avoid a conflict.

While Nelson responded by saying that as president she would ensure that Eserland's membership would "exclude it from participating in any non-defensive wars," the President pointed out that it would still mean that DDI forces could use Eserland as a staging ground for forces in a war against Justosia. He also criticized the AEU's proposed plans to streamline the Federal Health Service as resulting in "reduced services for all Eserians," specifically targeting the fact that its cuts would disproportionately affect poorer Eserians as well as Gascarans and that it was necessary to stand up for the "most vulnerable members of the Union" as the FHS is an important institution that "binds all Eserians together." Even as Governor Nelson attacked President Macony for promising to push for economic development in Gascara only to "pull back at the first sign of trouble," the President defended himself saying that it was due to opposition from the AEU and "certain members of the FDP" that boosted infrastructure and education funding for Gascara failed to materialize and that he would "push stronger than ever" in his second term to make them happen.


The back-and-forth between Macony and Nelson largely overshadowed the often controversial Freza League candidate Arnold Radon, who was more muted than usual that some have speculated was on advice from his staff to project a more "presidential" demeanor. He criticized President Macony's attempts to divert funding to Gascarans away from "hard-working Eserians" while also stating that both candidates would entangle Eserland in a "web of alliances" that would lead to the lost of Eserian sovereignty and its ability to act as a "strong and independent" power in Gallia.

Other News:
  • Auraria set to officially join ODS after President Ordenes reaches agreement with Consul Valera, pressure grows on Eserland to follow suit
  • FarrisTech unveils new Telex 9X smartphone expected to launch this holiday season
  • Polls show President Macony maintains lead in presidential race, Nelson in second and Radon in distant third
  • Fishing boat goes missing off Varlesian coast as Coast Guard begins search
 
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We welcome the valiant efforts of the PRP to advocate for the principle of Régionalisme Gallien. The République Populaire is devoted to the cause of Gallian unity through peace.

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Concerns Grow Over Anti-ODS Demonstrations in Serenierre

Senior officials within the government have been looking on with consternation at the protests outside of the Aurarian Embassy in Villesen, which have now entered their second day, following confirmation that it would be joining the ODS once ratification passed the National Court. With the President coming out strongly for membership in the ODS and Gov. Nelson, the AEU candidate for president, supporting membership in the DDI it seems that the country is on an inevitable collision course with Serenierre over its push for Gallian unity. This had led to concerns of a similar outbreak of demonstrations outside of the Eserian embassy in Villesen should it join either alliance later this year as well as increased hostility from the Serenien government.

"It is almost certainly something I worry about these days," said Thomas Bergen, a former senior official from the Gallo-Germanian bureau of the Foreign Ministry. "Deteriorating relations with Serenierre, coupled with the Burgundian P.R.'s alignment with the Rurikgrad Pact, would leave Eserland in a precarious position in Gallia. But the benefits of joining either the DDI or ODS likely outweigh the risks associated with joining either one of these alliances, as a guarantee of security from other members would likely prevent any action being taken from Serenierre other than the usual bombastic rhetoric that can be expected from them. Still, the fact that the Serenien government has been actively demonizing the ODS in recent days likely means they support the anti-ODS demonstrations even if they have not said so explicitly."

Sources from within the Macony administration have been echoing similar sentiments over the past few days, although none have come forward on the record to discuss them. However, with mounting pressure to move away from neutrality toward either the DDI or the ODS in the face of expansion of the Rurikgrad Pact and increasing Kadikistani influence in Eserland it seems that relations between Banderfal and Villesen are set to cool later this year no matter who wins this year's presidential election. Neither of the majority party candidates support "Régionalisme Gallien" as the Serenien government calls it nor are they likely to back down from efforts to secure Eserland from the Kadikistani threat.
 

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The government of Eserland is wrong when it believes that membership of either the ODS or the DDI will protect them from the turmoil and persistent instability the Gallian region is known for. In fact it would be wise for them to analyse the historic precedents of such moves and the consequences they brought to bear. The dangerous path on which the Macony regime seeks to balance itself will bring them nothing except the offering of their lands as the staging grounds for imperialistic incursions.

We are not blind for the capitalist ambitions of the West. Thus we will do what is necessary to safeguard the advancements of socialism, the emancipation of the working class and the people's governments responsible for them.

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Nelson Campaign Denies Rumors of Backtracking on DDI Membership, Vows to Pursue it "On Day One"

As criticism has mounted in recent days of Meredith Nelson's staunch support for full membership of the DDI after Ambrosia officially joined the alliance on Tuesday, her campaign has categorically denied rumors that she was considering backing out of full membership as nothing but "wild speculation" that has no basis in reality. "Gov. Nelson is committed now more than ever to begin steps to join the DDI on day one of her administration," said her spokesman Marvin Rosebury. "We will not allow Kadikistan to bully us out of acting in the best interests of our nation, Eserland's security comes first and foremost in the Governor's eyes."

It is no secret that public opinion has soured on DDI membership in recent weeks as war looms between members of the DDI and Justosia, despite the fact that members have no obligation to participate in offensive wars waged by any of its members. "It's about the appearance of aggressive behavior from DDI members," said Kelly Lamont, a pollster from OurGov. "The Eserian people are uneasy about joining an alliance that seems to have aims other than defending its member nations from outside aggression. With Ambrosia's membership of the DDI as peace talks occur in Jugol, it appears to confirm this very fear for many Eserians." The Nelson campaign is certainly making a bold move by sticking to it's pro-DDI platform and it remains to be seen whether that will hurt her in the first round of the election next Sunday.


President Macony Stands Firm in Face of Kadikistani Warning, Defends Eserian Sovereignty

In the early hours of the morning the Kadikistani government issued a stern warning urging the Eserian government to reconsider joining either the DDI or ODS or else they will "do what is necessary to safeguard the advancements of socialism," citing the consequences of previous alliances as reasons for Eserland to maintain its current neutrality. This has been considered a thinly veiled threat by many in the government, recalling the events that led up to the Seven's Day War just a few years ago. In response, President Macony called a press conference this afternoon to address concerns this has raised about the potential memberships in either security alliance.

"Eserland is a free and sovereign nation and as such will act in the best interests of its people," the President stated
in opening remarks. "We have every right to protect our own sovereignty and have a duty to ensure the safety and security of our citizens. No matter which direction we decide to take - joining the ODS as I have urged or the DDI as advocated by Gov. Nelson and others - we will not be deterred by warnings from Kadikistan or any other nation. Everyone understands the potential repercussions of joining either alliance and it is true that it will not solve all of the problems we face but it is certainly is a step in the right direction for Eserland to develop closer bonds with like-minded nations in Europe to defend our way of life."


Members of both major parties are leery of Eserland suffering the same fate as Furlanie when the Gallian nation signed a status quo treaty with Kadikistan in March that has left it diplomatically isolated from its democratic neighbors and beholden to the Rurikgrad Pact ever since. There is also the campaign of Arnold Radon of the Freza League, which could threaten to take votes away from the AEU should the party and its nominee - Meredith Nelson - appear to be weak in the face of the growing threat that Kadikistan poses to Eserland, especially in recent weeks.

Independence Protests Rock Gascara as Part of Weekend of Action

Protests in support of Gascaran independence have broken out in towns and cities across the province, including its capital of Forinta, as part of a "Weekend of Action" being pushed by members of the Moviment per Alliberar Gascara
(MAG), otherwise known as the Movement to Liberate Gascara, in order to highlight the plight the Gascaran people face in the run-up to elections for President and the Popular Assembly next weekend. "We will not be ignored any longer," proclaimed Llúcia Cardona, a mother of three who had joined a march in the town of Varenco. "As our people suffer from poverty and discrimination what has the government done? Nothing, other than promising action only to fail to deliver it. I want to ensure my children have a better future and the only way is if Gascarans are free to invest in our own communities, rather than sending our tax dollars away to Banderfal where they'll benefit everyone else but us. Independence is the only way Gascara can rise again."

Tensions have remained high in Gascara in recent years after Gov. Bascardo Olve launched a failed effort to hold an independence referendum shortly after being elected in 2017, only to have it invalidated by the Constitutional Court for failing to receive the approval of the federal government as is required for any action that would "alter the status of a province or any territory of a province" in the Union. Despite vowing to hold it anyway in defiance of the court's order, Gov. Olve ultimately backed down amid protests from unionists and from the FGG's coalition partners in the provincial assembly. Nevertheless, supporters of independence including the MAG and members of the FGG have continued to push for an independence referendum despite the hurtles they face.

So far protests have remained calm and peaceful and officials in Gascara expect them to continue until they are set to conclude on Sunday, when protestors plan to hold a moment of silence before dispersing for the weekend.


Other News:
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  • Defense Ministry announces military exercises to be held in the Engelsea in the first week of July
  • Monserans, Serenierre - this summer's hottest tourist destination?
  • Torenda reveals new drug that will help in the treatment of heart disease
 
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Macony and Nelson Advance to Second Round of Presidential Election, Left Loses Ground in Popular Assembly

Both President Macony and Fmr. Gov. Nelson, as had been expected prior to yesterday's election, have advanced to a second round that is set to be held in roughly four weeks on the 12th of July. With nearly 99% of ballots counted Macony stands at 40.3% of the vote while Nelson has taken 36.7%, a reduced margin for the President after his commanding lead in the first round four years ago. Freza League candidate Arnold Radon sits in third place with 9.8% of the vote, a disappointing showing after peaking at nearly 15% in polls in mid-May. The right has taken a combined total of 48.6% of the vote in the first round to 51.4% for the left, making it clear that this race remains a toss-up going into the second round.

In Popular Assembly elections the left-wing coalition of the FDP, DWP, and GP are set to lose ground as results for PR seats have indicated reduced support for the FDP while both the DWP and GP have held up or even gained ground in some provinces. However, this has not been enough to offsets the losses by the FDP. It remains too early to determine whether a majority coalition will be able to be formed as the vast majority of holdings are set to go to run-offs to be held concurrent with the second round of the presidential election, but it is safe to say that if the left holds its majority it will be a narrower than the one it enjoyed following the 2016 elections.

Charities Spring Up Across Eserland to Help Serenierre in Wake of Cyclone Minerva

Following the devastating Category 5 Cyclone Minerva which has reeked a swath of destruction across the Himyari nation of Serenierre after making landfall last Thursday, charities have sprung up to help Sereniens get through these difficult times. The Serenierre Relief Fund and the Cyclone Minerva Recovery Corp are two of the most prominent ones that have emerged in the past few days and have seen an outpouring of donations of food, money, clothes, medicine, and much more to help the stricken citizens of Serenierre. Church groups across Varlais have also mobilized to help the people of Serenierre, many of them already having existing partnerships with many parishes across the country due to missionary and charity work that goes back decades.

Other News:

  • Markets continue to rally in the wake of peace deal between Justosia and DDI members
  • Government pledges aid to Serenierre to help with Cyclone Minerva recovery
  • Gunder releases new trailer for Ghosts of Titan, the most anticipated movie of the summer
  • Thomas Fairgold, head of Freza Financial Group, steps down following allegations of sexual harassment
 

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Jossam Tower, Tallest Skyscraper in Eserland, Opens to Public

Considered by some to be the new crowning jewel of Brenton Row, Banderfal's financial district, the 1,189 ft. tall Jossam Tower officially opened to the public this morning. The new headquarters of Jossam Bank, the largest investment firm in Eserland and one of the largest investment banks in the world, the glass tower which topped out last August has now taken the title of Eserland's tallest skyscraper and is one of the tallest buildings in Gallo-Germania. It is also considered a modern engineering marvel, incorporating cutting edge energy saving and eco-friendly technology that will lead to a dramatically reduced carbon footprint. This includes a state-of-the-art water recycling system, the use of recycled materials for furniture, and an innovative cooling system to reduce the need for air conditioning in the summer.

"This is one of the greenest buildings in all of Gallo-Germania," noted the building's architect Jeff Greenberg. "I'm proud of the measures that have been taken to reduce the environmental impact of Jossam Tower and ensure that it will be able to operate in a zero-energy state for almost a third of the year." Lauded by supporters of sustainable development and green construction techniques, Jossam Tower exceeds government standards for green building by a far amount.


Macony Administration Considers Economic Sanctions Against Rurikgrad Pact, Closing Border with Burgundian P.R.

The recent Ivar-instigated coup in Crotobaltislavonia has dramatically raised tensions in Gallo-Germania, with some fearing the possibility of a conflict between the ODS and Rurikgrad Pact is on the horizon. At home protests broke out outside of the Crotobaltislavonian embassy in Banderfal following the coup to lambast the country's harsh treatment of its Yiddish population and the institution of an Kadikistani puppet regime that replaced the more loosely aligned regime that emerged in the wake of the Seven Days War. Pressure has mounted on President Macony to take action against Kadikistan and the wider Rurikgrad Pact, with the President publicly stating that his administration was carefully weighing its options before deciding on a course of action.

Government sources indicate, however, that the President has been leaning toward imposing economic sanctions on the Rurikgrad Pact in recent days to show solidarity with the ODS coupled with officially closing all border crossings with the Burgundian P.R. While security has increased on the southern border and travel has been limited in the wake of the communist uprising in Bourgogne last year and especially following the Burgundian P.R.'s joining of the Rurikgrad Pact earlier this year, the border has remained open to facilitate trade and commerce with southern Gallia. Now with Ivar's aggressive intervention into Crotobaltislavonia the government is committed to demonstrating that such actions will not be tolerated while aligning itself more closely with the ODS, possibly in preparation to join the alliance should President Macony win his re-election bid in less than two week's time.


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