Khabarnama-e-Sikandari

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KHABARNAMA-E-SIKANDARIAH
• 12th of December, 1952 • Sikandara's oldest English daily • Roshangarh Publishers •

POLITICAL​	BUSINESS	INTERNATIONAL
Govt. MPs see power slipping in Parliament The political leadership of the progressive-IeD is being inundated with notices from its parliamentary members, pointing out instances of delay occurring in legislative affairs due to the lack of a majority in the Parliament. Pointing to recent private bills being crushed in Parliament, the MPs have demanded that the Government placate the Labour Party and ensure their return to their seats. Reports of a possible deal between the IFI and the Imperial Party have done little to calm the anxiety prevalent among the ruling party – which is on the cusp of passing important measures at the end of December.	Potenza unhappy with wheat import, farmers shocked Domestic farmers and agriculturalists are shocked by reports emerging from Potenza that the Gallic country is not satisfied with the quality of wheat it has imported from Sikandara and is considering to look to other suppliers. The impact of any such abrupt change in trade figures would harm the already delicate national economy and the Ministry of Agriculture has begun measures to ensure that Sikandari wheat continues to find a market abroad – as a preventative measure against any Potenzan decision. ​	Foreign governments praise anti-communist resolution While the domestic reaction to the anti-communist resolution in Parliament has been mixed, international praise is showering on Sikandara for what is being perceived as a much needed move – one in which Sikandara has far outpaced other nations in. Two governments in particular have used the resolution as an opportunity to invite Sikandari officials to their capitals to conduct talks aimed at furthering the bilateral relationships between their countries and Sikandara. The Government has not announced who will lead the delegations but has accepted the invitations. ​

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KHABARNAMA-E-SIKANDARIAH
• 13th of December, 1952 • Sikandara's oldest English daily • Roshangarh Publishers •

HeK MPs RESIGN AS DISCUSSIONS STALL Failure in discussions sends Jhangvi government into crisis

SHAHDARA: Yesterday, at the end of a round of serious negotiations, being conducted under the Emperor's direct orders, the Labour Party announced that it would no longer be participating in the dialogue, which was organised to defuse the tension created by passage of an anti-communist resolution in Parliament. The announcement surprised most, particularly the ruling IeD leadership, with Chancellor Jhangvi having praised the meeting by saying "matters were proceeding fairly" a few moments before the Labour announcement. The Labour leadership following the meeting conducted discussions amongst its own ranks and decided that it would resign from its seats in Parliament – a move which it knows would force the Chancellor to call fresh general elections, due to his own weak position in Parliament. Urged by members of the press to respond, the Labour leadership stated they were frustrated by the positions of the other parties in Parliament and would like to see a new election held, which could adequately resolve the matter, by which it is meant that the electorate should give one party, or another, an outright majority. Following a few comments with press members, the Labour leadership joined the ongoing protest being held by its party members and MPs, outside the Parliament building. The demonstration, which began the day of the walkout by Labour MPs, has attracted around 35,000 supporters of the HeK and continues to grow every day. Despite having taken the refusal to attend further negotiations lightly, the second announcement sent the Jhangvi government into panic, as it sought out its own MPs to discuss which strategy would best suit them given the situation. And following a meeting held at the Chancellor's Residence, the IeD offered the Imperial Party an offer of forming a coalition – an attempt to weaken the Islamic IFI party, which is the second biggest party in the Parliament. It has been reported that the Imperial Party has rejected the offer and remains in its unofficial alliance with the IFI. Rumours suggest that the Government has asked the other two party's left in the legislature to respect their plurality and to abstain from voting against the planned presentation of government proposals in the following few weeks. The IFI-Imperial bloc in Parliament is expected to be unforgiving to the IeD Government, which forms a minority government, and is expected to pass a motion of no-confidence, at the urging of the Imperial Party, which has emerged as the most troublesome power within Parliament for the Government, by first presenting the anti-communist proposals and now the motion. The IFI and Imperial parties have both held press conferences, at their own respective headquarters, and categorically stated that there was no alliance between their parties and that the two had only agreed to join forces to initiate proceedings to block questionable legislation which would only serve to aid members of the urban middle-class, the key support base for IeD in elections. The two parties, separately also said that they would field candidates against each other in any future election. The Imperial Office has not released a statement from HM The Emperor, who is reported to exasperated by the squabbles in Parliament and particularly disappointed with the current deadlock. It is expected that Chancellor Jhangvi will petition the Emperor to dissolve the Parliament and allow new elections to held for Parliament. MILITARY INDUCTS NEW TANKS You must be registered for see links The KMH-10 main battle tank IMPERIAL ADDRESS TO CHRISTIANS ON DEC 25 Emperor to acknowledge vital role of Christian community in Sikandari society and culture SCIENTIST JAILED FOR ESPOUSING "ATOMIC THEORIES" Government arrests scientist claiming atom can be manipulated, called irresponsible and dangerous

Central Bank lowers interest rates Acting on the orders of the Ministry of Finance, the Central Bank cut the national interest rate by 3 points, bringing it to 1.5%, the first time it has been brought so low following the 1904 economic reforms. The measure is a part of the IeD attempts to boost the national economy's performance, last month, the government lowered company tax and is expected to announce a large stimulus measure, following the example set by Frescania. The firm action being taken by the Government under Finance Minister Daud is already effecting the economy, with the Sheravan Stock Exchange reporting stronger performances consistently over the last six months. Though recent political intrigues have dampened its rise. Wheat exports to be diverted to other Gallic states As Potenza responds to a failed bid for the Faisal Dam by cancelling trade contracts and wheat imports from Sikandara, the Ministry for Agriculture has advised the Farmer's Association to look towards other Gallic countries, such as Ardennes, Lorraine and Mergogne to diffuse the immediate impact of the cancelling of orders. Following concerns about the wheat standard, foreign inspectors were asked to conduct a quality survey on random samplings of Sikandari wheat and have stated: "Sikandari wheat is as wholesome as it has ever been and continues to be among the best in the world for its quality." The entire affair has damaged the bilateral relationship between the two states involved, with Sikandara summoning the Potenzan ambassador for discussions related to rumours that the cancelling is a form of revenge for the Imperial Government's decision.

 

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Military, alarmed by Raigestan conflict, increases defence alert level

The Ministry for Defence & War announced in a statement that, following recommendations from the Imperial High Command, the national defence alert had been increased, for the third time since the Raigestan conflict began, as tensions worsen following an increased escalation in hostilities and threat of greater regional threats to Sikandara for its harsh anti-communist line taken recently. Naval patrols, closer towards Raigestan, have been intensified and aerial patrols have commenced in the region for the first time following the recent purchase of several Danish reconnaissance aircraft.

Call for general elections issued; to be held January 1, 1953

Ten die in Labour Party demonstration against government from frostbite

International attention being paid to Sikandari-Potenzan diplomatic tensions

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ASRC : News Headlines

Inflation figures drop by 1%, much to relief of Government

Diplomatic tour planned for Grand Councillor Azam Khan

IFI and IeD expected to emerge largest group in elections

Continued ire in Shahdara over Potenzan targeting of Sikandari agricultural produce

 

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ASRC : News Headlines

International reputation of Potenza tarnished over anti-Sikandara measures

The Grand Duchy and Sikandara are many miles away from each other, yet have enjoyed a mutually beneficial trade relationship but all that seems now a distant memory as the two nations' governments are engaged in a serious war of words – with diplomats and businessmen the casualties of the battle. Cultivated carefully over the past few years, Sikandara was exporting large amounts of high grade wheat and other crops to Potenza, which would further sell them to its neighbouring Gallian states, in exchange for Potenzan machinery, vehicles and equipment for the ever expanding industrial base of the Sikandari economy.

But while the current situation has caused immense financial strain on both countries, the real damage being rendered is to Potenza's international image, which is tarnished for what the Sikandari government is calling an outright breach of existing contracts with Sikandari farmers and agricultural firms, as a political ploy to punish Sikandara for refusing to utilise Potenzan assistance in the construction of the Faisal Dam – one of the largest in the world and one of the most modern hydro-electric projects initiated in recent years.

The Government and Opposition in Shahdara, usually known for their strong disagreements, united in their condemnation of the Potenzan attitude, calling it "irresponsible, unethical and in breach of contracts signed" in a joint-statement issued by them earlier today.

Despite the political and diplomatic tensions which were simmering for a long time following the Faisal Dam issue, the Potenzan decision to impose an embargo on Sikandara pushed Shahdara to impose its own embargoes on San Salvo, with a complete ban imposed on Sikandari fossil fuels; oil, natural gas and coal, being shipped to Potenza. Additionally, 150 million Asharfi worth of Sikandari assets were withdrawn from Potenza, mainly by cashing in bonds and other investments.

The rage towards Potenza has infected the ongoing election campaigns with several rural politicians sponsoring the burning of effigies of Potenzan government and state officials, as well as flag burnings. Rural politicians are seeking to demonstrate to farmers that they have a hardline position on Potenza, since farmers are deeply upset and financially compromised due to recent Potenzan policies.

The Emperor's Office released a statement which called for calm and restraint from people, saying that Sikandara was the injured party in the situation and had given Potenza many opportunities to properly resolve the matter, which San Salvo neglected to take seriously. The Emperor was quoted as saying that the world would see that Sikandara honoured its own commitments and contracts, whereas Potenza did not.

From the campaign trail, Chancellor Jhangvi spoke to a large crowd and said: "The Government's position is clear on Potenza. San Salvo cannot exploit Sikandara and Potenza needs Sikandara considerably more than we need them... after all, they have to feed their tanks in Solaren... without our oil they might as well retreat."
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The government is somewhat concerned, though understanding of the sentiments expressed by ordinary Sikandari people, as they burn wicker basket effigies of key Potenzan state figures and the torching of the Grand Duchy flag. We are most disturbed at this turn of events.

But, as ever, we shall maintain a certain distance from this conflict except that we shall maintain the woven glove of friendship to both sides our disparate, but clearly warrior-like, allies.

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Akbariyeh Chronicle
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Monday. 31. January. 1952 || Imperial Year 36

Raigestan Crisis: 70,000 refugees in Akbariyeh

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Akbariyeh | Imperial State of Sikandara

As the New Year approaches and the Raigestan Crisis drags on, recent intensification in hostilities is plain for all to witness in this southern city, which lies only a few miles away from Raigestan and on clear days can see the plumes of smoke and the ominous sounds of artillery shells exploding and gunfights echo in the dead silence of night. Given the harshness of the fighting and the desperate plight of the civilians of the island-state, the Sikandari Coast Guard has refused to halt the steady stream of civilian ships trailing into Akbariyeh harbour, which has resulted in the city hosting several thousand Raigestani refugees.

But the recent intensification of hostilities in Raigestan, the refugee situation in Akbariyeh has gotten much worse, with the Municipal Authority announcing that the city had 69,890 Raigestani refugees officially registered, with many thousands more still unregistered and living in the slums of the city, in squalid conditions. The city government has asked for the central government to provide funds to better administer the situation and to get a control over the refugee problem.

The presence of such a large number of foreigners, most of whom are existing on the generosity of local people and government handouts, has resulted in a large increase in petty crimes and acts of vandalism. The Akbariyeh Police has also said that human traffickers from other countries, as well as Sikandara, were tricking Raigestani refugees into enslavement and the issue needed immediate action. The Chancellor is scheduled to visit the city in the first week of January and chair a meeting of local politicians and citizens to address the problem.

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Headlines

:!: Neutrality of Inner Sea Straits must be respected, says Council of Defence spokesperson
The Council of Defence has responded to queries about the Sikandari position on the current conflicts in the region by saying that the Imperial State was "neutral" and concerned only with "protecting that neutrality" with great emphasis made on the Inner Sea Straits. The spokesperson said that Sikandara would not allow the Inner Sea Straits to become a theatre of war and would respond with military force to any nation which tried to break the international agreements in regards to Inner Straits.

:!: Potenza underplaying effect of Sikandari embargo
The irresponsible sanctions placed on Sikandara by Potenza have caused millions worth of damage to Sikandari businesses but the Government insists that its own embargoes on Potenza have hampered that country's military operations and the Grand Duchy was underplaying its effect. The Government has placed a condition on resumption of diplomatic ties, which is the dismissal of the current Premier of Potenza for his insulting and racist comments.

:!: Tomorrow's general election set to proceed
The Election Commission has completed the final stage of the preparations for the general election and the public is eager to exercise its democratic right in tomorrow's general election, which is expected to deliver a solution to the impasse created by the current hung parliament. Polls and predictions have suggested that the Socialists and Feudalists are expected to lose some seats to, both, the Secular and Muslim Reformists. Though at this time, it is not possible to predict which party, out of the two Reformist blocs, will form the next government.

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All Sikandara News Service| Headlines from Sikandara

IV JANUARY MCMLIII

IeD wins plurality in Parliament, M.A. Jhangvi to retain Chancellorship
Khabarnama-e-Sikandara – State owned

The Election Commission, today, announced the official results of the elections from earlier in the week. From the very outset, it was clear that the secular-reformist IED party had won a majority of the votes and would retain the government it had so precariously formed following the 1950 general elections. Chancellor Jhangvi, who spoke with reporters following the announcement, said that the IED could finally shed itself of having to compromise with coalition partners and thanked the electorate for breaking the deadlock by ending the hung parliament. The religious reformist IFI party also claimed a decisive victory against the Labour Party and the feudal oriented Imperial Party, both of which saw their numbers drop to a mere handful in Parliament.

The IFI Chairman, Mustafa Kazguri, said that as the main opposition party the "IFI recognises the role it must play in monitoring the government but it will not follow the precedent of petty politics set by the socialists and feudalists. The people have spoken and this party will work to ensure that the democratic mandate of this government is not challenged." The positive relationship between the two largest parties in parliament has also provided a national sense of calm and a feeling that the politics of undermining the government are finally over as the two major contributors to that have found themselves politically emasculated.

Coast Guard ordered to turn back Raigestani refugee vessels
Akbariyeh Chronicle – Privately owned

Following the IED victory in the elections, the government has ordered the Coast Guard to begin turning back Raigestani refugee vessels which have not been approved by the Ministry of Defence. The delay in the application of the policy was mainly due to the strong protests of the Labour Party, which had been a vital coalition partner of the government and threatened to back out from that coalition. The city of Akbariyeh has seen a flood of Raigestani refugees in recent weeks, which has tested the city's administrative setup to breaking point. The decision to block further refugees from entering Sikandara is deeply controversial in the country and has divided many in the country but in Akbariyeh, the city most directly affected by the situation, the populace is universally supportive of measures to restrict the refugees.

Emperor meets with Reformed Christian community in Sherayan
Sherayan Journal – Privately owned

As the diplomatic crisis between Shahdara and San-Salvo acquired a new dimension with Great Engellex positioning itself on the Grand Duchy's side, the Emperor visited the Saint Mattias Cathedral in Sherayan, which is the official seat of the Reformed Church, a Potenzan branch of the Christian faith, which has a small but noticeable number of followers in the city. Following concerns over the possible political victimisation of the community by religious extremists and conservative politicians, in response to the fallout of the diplomatic spat with Potenza, the Emperor visited the cathedral and met with the senior bishop of the cathedral and the head of the Reformed Christian community in Sikandara.

Towards the end of the visit, the Emperor announced that the Imperial Exchequer would fund the restoration of the foundations and refurbishment of the two hundred year old building, as a good will gesture and to show that the Reformed Christians are an equal part of the society. In a statement released later that day by the Imperial Court it was further announced that the Reformed Christians – despite their Potenzan connections – would be placed under the protection of the imperial court and any attempts to vandalise their place of worship or victimise the community would be "a serious matter".

Stock Exchange responds positively to IED victory
Shiravan Gazette – Privately owned

State Bank introduces tight regulations on banks
Shahdara Times – Privately owned

University of Shahdara gets A.100 million imperial grant
Akhbar-e-Shahdara – State owned

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TALKS WITH JURZAN, PARTHAVA AND THE MEZHIST UNION ON OIL
Chancellor Jhangvi seeks to create association of oil producing states

INDUSTRIAL SECTOR CONTINUES STRONG PERFORMANCE IN 1952
Report shows heavy industry and chemical processing sector exports grew by 15%

UNIVERSITY OF SHAHDARA INVITES INTELLECTUALS FOR CONFERENCE
Grand Councillor for Education commends initiative

FISHING VESSEL ATTACKED BY COAST GUARD IN AKBARIYEH
Ship mistaken for illegal refugees from Raigestan, condolences and apologies issued

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The Reformed Church of Potenza would like to respectfully respond to some errors in the article from the Sikandara news service. For one, the only cathedrals the church possesses are those which were Tiburan Catholic cathedrals converted during the Reformation within Potenza, but we do not call them cathedrals, and we do not name them after specific saints as we believe all men in Christ are to be called saints. We also are not aware of any "two hundred year old" building, as our missionary movement did not advance until the eighteenth century, and it would not be financially possible to finance the construction of any "cathedral" at so early a time, and in so early a missionary movement, if any such movement existed in Sikandara at that time. The "official seat" of the Reformed Church is likewise not Sherayan, but in the Potenzan city of Treviso, where it was founded. Also, we do not have "chief bishops" - we do not even have bishops - as our church leaders are called elders. However, we believe that the words used in scripture which are most often translated as "bishop" and "elder" are interchangeable, and therefore we can forgo this error. We simply do not want confusion with the ranks seen in the Tiburan Catholic Church or other groups.

Despite all these errors found in the article, we are in receipt that the missionaries present in the country have been assured of their protection, and we welcome these promises from the emperor and his government. We hope that warm relations between our missionaries, the government of Sikandara, and the Sikandari people, may continue despite the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the diplomacy of our two nations.

 

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COMMUNIST ATTACKS IN AKBARIYEH
Raigestani communist insurgent ring announces presence with violent shoot-out
Akbariyeh | Imperial State of Sikandara

For citizens in this city, the past four days have been nothing short of a nightmare. With anonymous gunmen running wild in the city, attacking civilians and law enforcement officers, alike, fire-bombing the many public places in the city, such as cinemas, parks and the city's main market square, life in this colourful metropolis of the Empire has ground to a halt. For these past few days, civilians have been forced to remain indoors as the sounds of explosions and gunfire transform this city into a scene of conflict. So, with this horrific terrorist attack on the Imperial State, and with 320 innocent civilians robbed of their lives at the hands of these dastardly criminals, the Emperor has ordered the immediate deployment of Imperial Rangers to the city. The Grand Councillor for the Interior has also sealed Raigestani refugee camps and the Government has ordered to turn back any refugee vessels from Raigestan, by threat of force if necessary.

But it is public opinion in Sikandara that has been changed by this event, with more and more people clamouring for a toughening and harshening of official policy in regards to the Raigestani conflict, which continues to linger on. The Council for Defence is also being petitioned by many parliamentarians to allow Danish military forces to base their operations in southern Sikandara to allow that country to enhance its military operations. Some right-wing politicians of the Imperial Party are demanding that rather than providing logistic support, Sikandara should outright join the conflict and end it once and for all. The Chancellor, while on a visit to the city of Azirmeh, said that the events in Akbariyeh were unacceptable and the Government could not be soft in its reaction. The Emperor has announced that he would be visiting the city of Akbariyeh on Friday to "honour the martyrs fallen to the devilry of communist terrorism".

Talks continue with Mezhist Union and Danmark
In these turbulent times, representatives of the Imperial Government are involved in a series of highly detailed discussions aimed at strengthening the bilateral relationships of the Empire with those two states. The Council of Diplomatic Affairs has stated that the discussions are proceeding positively and Sikandara would emerge stronger from the fruits of these discussions.

 

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TO: all whom it may concern,
Empire of Sikandara
SUBJ: Letter of Condolences
CLASSIFICATION: Unclassified

I, Hakim Tohki, as Foreign Affairs Minister for the Islamic Republic of the Jurzan would like to give our most sincere condolences from the entire nation upon hearing the news of what has happened in the city of Akbariyeh. The attack lead by communists which has resulted in the deaths of 320 people can never be legitimized as stand as one of the most horrific tragedies I’ve ever had the misfortune of observing.

The Islamic Republic will stand with our Islamic brothers in Sikandara to provide whatever aid we can to assist those who are suffering. The conflict in that region has taken too many innocent lives and it is the hope of our nation that the Kingdom of Danmark and the Empire of Sikandara can move quickly to ensure that no more innocent lives will be lost as a result of this conflict.

Signed,
حکيم کريمي
Hakim Tohki
Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Islamic Republic of the Jurzan

 

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The Grand Duchy is hereby advising that all Potenzan nationals leave the nation if Sikandara, as it is believed by our government that the weak infrastructure is crumbling apart, and violence will continue.

Gian Lombardo
Foreign Minister
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Despite the words of our government, the Reformed Church is insistent upon keeping our missionaries inside the nation, to assist in the local populace in whatever way possible, through the skills and labor of our men and women living overseas in that region.

 

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Comisariatul General al Afacerilor Externe
General Commissariat of External Affairs​

We are shocked that some terrorists who are so despicable that they attack civilians call themselves communists. The real communist is the man who fights to liberate people from oppression and to create a perfect society where everyone is equal. We ask for the Sikandaran Empire to act quickly before those maniacs kill more civilians and innocent people. The man who kills and terrorizes people to create the communist society is no real revolutionary. The revolutionary fights by making the people join him, not by killing them.

We would like to help the Sikandaran State by taking some refugees in Parthia, thus keeping them far from war while also helping the municipality of Akbariyeh pass through this crisis. For this we would also like to ask Danmark to let us come in Raigestan with some of our ships to evacuate the refugees.

Comisarul General al Afacerilor Externe,
Sorin Sokolov

 

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VESPER, TUESDAY, 8 JANUARY 1953
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THE Friendly Confines will do all it can to continue its campaign against extremist terror. We are all now praying that the Empire of Sikandara possesses the vigor an resolve to confront extremism where it takes root, prepared perhaps with the presence of white skinned warriors from Danmark. Someone - such as the Danish, or something - such as Sikandarans, must perform their duty and service to the world by engaging these terrorist killers.


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We receive news of these unfolding events with considerable alarm and it is our intention to provide immediate assistance to the government and local authorities of the Imperial State within which to bring some dose of order, quietude, and normality back to the city of Akbariyeh and other areas, including deployment of air and land forces within limits prescribed by Shahdara.

The continuation of the conflict in Raigestan has had an effect which is clearly a threat to the stability of even small areas of neighbouring countries, such as in Sikandara, via the infiltration of wildly militant trojan horses which needs to be swiftly lanced and knocked back onto an even keel before it gets out of hand any further. But the hardening public and political sentiments spurred by these insurrectionist and bloody acts, essentially dastardly insults to the host nation that has provided these people with shelter, food, and care, is one worth noting in terms of a new phase in the conflict.

As regards the offer by the Parthian Republic, we feel it right to allow vessels to Raigestan to alleviate the burden upon Sikandara in order to transport Raigestani refugees to other confines whilst the humdrum Raigestani citizen searches in desperation for freedom from this conflict for their children, loved ones and themselves, and to throw off the burdens of the oppressive red rogues of the Miroslavalist scourge upon this island. The only thing we ask is that the Parthians gives as much care to the innocent people as much as Sikandara has afforded.


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FOREIGN MINISTER OF THE GREAT DANISH IMPERIUM

 

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Re: Communist Attacks in Akbariyeh

Once again, this proves the barbarism participated in by the mongrels that fester in Red Miroslavl, and the degeneration of those who serve its regime! Whether as members of its unholy empire, or as proxies fighting its unholy wars, this matters not to us. These acts are universally damnable to the deepest circles of hell!

We in the Mezhist Union send out our deepest condolences to the Sikandari Empire, as a fellow nation stricken with the disease of communist extremism. Know that as terrorists pretending to be refugees infiltrate your lands by boat to ruthlessly exploit your commendable generosity to the Raigestanis threatened by war, so too do countless fanatics defile our lands by pretending to be true Sarmatians, who then backstab their own Fatherland with destruction, chaos, and anarchy.

We will send volunteers to come to the aid of the noble Sikandari Empire and assist in the efforts of our staunch allies the Great Danes as they provide relief to the suffering citizens victimized by this most evil betrayal of trust!

Cordially Yours,
Kondrat Olbroz,
Director of International Affairs


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Re: Continued Missionary Relief in the Empire

May the grace and love of our Almighty Lord Jesus Christ befall the selfless efforts of the Reformed Church of Potenza, as its missionaries brave the perils of a nation fraught with fanatical terrors and dangers for the sake of witnessing in His name, even as their own government pleads they return home! Indeed, the truest faith begets works, works that point to the authenticity of their salvation in the Lord. Though we have our own views on certain doctrines, know that we are nevertheless all children adopted into the family of God, and commend your beautiful acts.

The Lord shield you from the dangers that you face while serving His noble goals to provide aid in Sikandara!

Serving the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
Honok XII
Patriarch of Giecz

 

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IMPERIAL NAVY COMMANDERS MEET WITH DANISH COUNTERPARTS
Emperor and Chancellor announce measures following Akbariyeh tragedy
Shahdara | Imperial State of Sikandara

The Council of Defence has announced that the senior leadership of the Imperial Navy has met with the commanding officers of the Danish Expeditionary Force in Raigestan to discuss a common strategy to expedite a solution to the Raigestan conflict. In the statement, issued by the Grand Councillor for Defence, it was stated that several destroyers and cruisers of the Imperial Navy were deploying in the general region of tensions to stop the flow of refugees headed to Sikandara by use of force, if necessary, following the Akbariyeh tragedy.

As the military discussions were ongoing, the Chancellery released a statement detailing the decisions made in a private meeting between His Majesty the Emperor and the Chancellor yesterday. The Government will be accepting the Parthian offer to transfer the Raigestani refugees and allowing Sikandari ports to host Parthian vessels in that duration. The city of Akbariyeh has been put under martial law following the terrorist rampage of the previous week till such a time when the entire Raigestani refugee situation hasn't been resolved properly. The statement went on to state that the national security alert had been intensified and upgraded following continued reports of Raigestani terrorist activity in southern Sikandara. The Imperial Military has also upgraded its own alert level and patrols across the country's borderlands have been strengthened and increased in number.

The concern in the Imperial Citadel has resulted in the Shiravan Stock Exchange dipping considerably and international investors feeling unsure about the law and order situation. The Council of Finance is said to be involved in restoring their confidence by issuing an economic report, which will be showing that the recession of the previous five years, while still ongoing, was showing signs of improving, with the economy only contracting 1.1% due to aggressive exports, though concerns have been made about the effect of the diplomatic fallout with Potenza.

Oil talks planned amongst major producers
The Council of Diplomatic Affairs has announced that invitations have been dispatched to the governments of the Jurzan, Mezhist Union and Parthava to meet in Shahdara to hold a conference aimed at discussing the possibility of co-operating for the benefit of their petroleum industries. Of the top five producers, the absence of Talemantros is telling and bound to ruffle feathers in Talemaniki.

Guarantees sought from Miroslav of Inner Seas Straits neutrality
It is being reported that the Imperial Government is seeking to get a guarantee from the communist state of Miroslavl that it is respecting the neutrality of the Inner Seas Straits and not dispatching weapons and other military equipment to Raigestan through Sikandari territory. According to the internationally recognised Inner Sea Straits Accords, all military traffic can only proceed through the straits following Sikandari permission, without which, it is a breach of Sikandari sovereignty.

Census puts Sikandari population at 301,200,000
The findings of the 1952 Census have been released and surprised many people, showing a decline of 0.3% in the population, much higher than was expected by statisticians. People have attributed the decline to the less than adequate healthcare system in the non-urban areas and the high infant mortality rate in northern Sikandara, where mountains and remote communities make access to even the most basic facilities hard. The Chancellor stated that the decline was an eye opening experience and Sikandara needed to improve its healthcare system.

 

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SHAHDARA CONFERENCE LEADS TO CREATION OF OIL ASSOCIATION
Sikandara, Parthava, Jurzan and the Mezhist Union form ICPEN
Shahdara | Imperial State of Sikandara

The Imperial Government, by virtue of being the host government, has announced an end of the Shahdara Conference and the establishment of the International Council for Petroeleum Exporting Nations (ICPEN), a trade bloc which aims to increase cooperation amongst the major oil producers of the world, mainly Sikandara, Jurzan, Parthava and the Mezhist Union. The Sikandari initiative which has been well-received by the governments of the other nations, has been hailed as a much needed measure to stabilise the international oil prices, which have been plagued with instability following the outbreak of conflict in several regions of the world.

The ICPEN, which will have its headquarters based in a neutral country, with Arendaal, Ascheburg and Telora being the main contenders, is being established as an apolitical organisation, aimed at simply protecting the economic interests of the member states and stabilising the prices of oil by regulating international supply. The ICPEN members will meet at another conference in a few weeks time to elect the senior leadership of the organisation and formally decide where to base the ICPEN headquarters. It is expected that the members will allow non-member states to send Observer delegations to the first conference.

The Council of Diplomatic Affairs, following the signature ceremony, released a statement that Sikandara would be revoking its standing oil embargo against the state of Potenza, due to provisions in the Charter of the ICPEN, which forbid a member-nation from proceeding with an embargo without consultation and approval from the other members of the organisation. The Council of Diplomatic Affairs stated that it would not bring up the Potenzan matter with the other ICPEN members and hoped that matters could stabilise between the two countries, following an official apology for offensive statements against the dignity of His Majesty The Emperor.

Anger in Sikandara over lack of reprisal of Akbariyeh tragedy
The Parliament was in an uproar today at the Government's failure to announce a firm policy to crack down on the alleged presence of communist militias and insurgents in the city of Akbariyeh from the island of Raigestan, who are using refugee camps to hide from the Sikandari law enforcement agencies. The main opposition party, the IFI, has demanded the deployment of the Imperial Army to root out the militants from Akbariyeh. The Government has, however, offered to hold an all-parties conference to discuss with all stakeholders the situation and the government's plans, a move which has been supported by the Emperor.

Imperial Navy sinks fish trawler carrying illegal refugees into Sikandara
Following the Akbariyeh tragedy, the Government's imposition of a ban on Raigestani refugees into Sikandara has led to the Navy sinking a Raigestani fish trawler carrying illegal refugees, only after the vessel refused to cease from its course and failed to heed to Sikandari warnings. The Council of Defence has not responded to our queries over casualties figures, only stating that the directives were clear and it was the Government's responsibility to ensure the protection of the Sikandari populace.

Danish Government looks to Sikandara to help in expand gold reserves
As the Kingdom of Danmark looks to increase the money supply of their currency, the country has sought to support the increase in banknotes by looking to the Imperial State to provide the gold it requires to do so. Officials from the Council for Finance have been engaged in meetings with their Danish counterparts to finalise the details of the undertaking, which is set to provide Sikandara with a vast array of Danish weapons, technology and industrial machinery in a barter agreement.

Public ire over low health and education spending
The Council for Social Services has come under increased scrutiny following public pressure being put on the government to increase the national funding for health and education, which only receives a paltry sum in the annual budget, in comparison to the defence and the industrial development budgets. Civil society members have petitioned His Majesty the Emperor to improve the situation given the findings of the 1952 census.

 

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Military begins assault on Raigestan, as Empire declares war on island-state
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In an official statement, released by the Council for Defence, it has been announced that the Emperor has authorised the Imperial Military to commence armed operations against the communist nation of Raigestan, in retaliation to the Akbariyeh terrorist attacks, which were conclusively traced to Raigestani militants, planted in Sikandara under the guise of refugees, and for presenting a serious threat to the security of oil shipments from the Inner Sea ports. The statement informed us that His Majesty gave the military the orders last night and offensive naval and aerial operations began at dawn today. And as Sikandara's destroyers begin flattening the Raigestani coastal defences, cooperation with the Danish fleet already engaged in the conflict has allowed the Imperial State's traditional ally to now replenish supplies at Sikandari bases in the south.

It has been reported that the Sikandari attack commenced with a large wave of bombers, which carpet bombed much of the island for several consecutive hours, before the naval forces of the Imperial State began their operations, which are generally aimed at breaking down the island's defensive structures on the Eastern and Northern sides, which have been untouched by Danish shelling due to the close proximity to Sikandari territorial waters. Scores of leaflets have also been dropped in Raigestan which aim to weaken the resolve of the Raigestani populace and demoralise its soldiers.

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