ON ISTKALEN August 4, 2021, The Most Blessed State of Inquista and the Inquistan Orthodox Church will recognise the Republic of Istkalen, currently led by President Liros Ikomar and Vistek Rikkalek, as the official and legitimate government of Istkalen. In the recent months of social and political impasse, the Republic of Istkalen has demonstrated itself to be the only seemingly existent, operational, and widely supported and popular government of Istkalen. Any other governments propped-up by foreign actors do not seem to be active, operational, cohesive, or have any sort of public or local support, and thus have virtually no measurable legitimacy or even operational capacity. While military retaliation against Istkalen was justifiable considering the country's decision to declare war on the entire European Union, the Most Blessed would like to see the country's return to normalization as soon as possible, as all European Union member states should be able to co-exist with each other harmoniously and peacefully with stability and dignity. The Most Blessed State disapproves of any further foreign occupation of Istkalen, particularly any occupation with the goals of imperialism, and calls for foreign-powers to make peace settlements with the Republic of Istkalen and withdraw from the country as soon as feasibly possible. Anja Emerett Bishop Secretary of State

@Istkalen The DIDM has decided to move forward with its review of the diplomatic application from the Republic of Istkalen. We have decided to accept the application and the diplomatic mission. The Most Blessed State of Inquista will also appoint an ambassador to the Republic of Istkalen. We hope that this is the beginning of mutually beneficial cooperation between our nations.

Nation: The Most Blessed State of Inquista Name of Embassy: Inquistan High Commission to the Sertian Union Ambassador Name: Marco Zactorius Image: [IMAGE] Number of Staff: 20 Number of Security: 2 Weaponry Present (if any): Hand guns, tasers, pepper spray Ambassadorial Vehicle(s): Armoured SUV, armoured limousine Special Requests / Important Details: Country code U72 (Plariaras)

"While I would like to see justice for Mr. Coventry, who was brutally assassinated in a sinister plot, I agree that it does not make the most sense to have such a clause in a Eurogroup manifesto. I support its removal, although I would still like to see Coventry's assassination investigated in the future so that true justice can be had. The European Central Bank only prints money for the use of European Union institutions, and also provides data on the economic situations of European Union member states. The ECB doesn't oversee any monetary policy of any particularly EU member state, so I don't see it as a tool used by the bourgeoisie - at least not yet. For now, I see no reason to abolish it, so I would support removing that clause. However, I also think we should remain steadfast in making sure that the ECB isn't expanded to have any further powers, otherwise it might eventually turn into a tool used by the bourgeoisie to dictate international monetary policy, and so I think we should make it a point in the manifesto that the ECB shouldn't be given any further economic control. The last point of the manifesto is a big vague, although I largely agree with it. I don't have any particularly opinion about keeping, removing or amending it. I would like to bring attention to the clause on theocracy under Section I of the manifesto, which I would like to see removed. I understand that, historically, religious authorities have often suppressed, divided and have put themselves above the working class, and that capitalists actively use religious doctrine and talking-points to undermine worker's movements, and so I fully understand Marx's great wisdom in recognising that religion has been used a tool of the oppressor. Yet, I strongly believe that this doesn't have to be the case, and that there is actually a role that religion can play in supporting and empowering the proletariat, abolishing class structures, and creating equal and socialist societies, which is what I have been working to achieve as a member of the clergy in Inquista. I firmly believe that God created all of mankind equally, provided all of humanity with the tools to be industrious, and has shown in scripture and in His actions that He would like to see humanity advance into a scientific and socialist future. At the very least, I feel that this should be an area where matters of opinion should be allowed to diverge in our group rather than condemned. Moreover, I think removing the clause would allow us to grow our caucus and build a larger movement for the left."

Nation:Strathae Ambassador Name:Samthann Ní Béara MacDhubhaig Image: Number of Staff:30 Number of Security:10 Weaponry Present (if any):Tazers, Pistols Ambassadorial Vehicle(s):3 Special Requests / Important Details:Family accomodation for 2 adults and 2 children in the embassy Location of the Spanish embassy or allocated address for an embassy in applicant country:Dùngael Embassy Image: Consulate (Y/N):Y Location:Madrid Quantity of Consulates:4 Number of Staff:30 Number of Security:10 Weaponry Present (if any):Tazers, Pistols Special Requests / Important Details:Family accomodation for 2 adults and 2 children in the embassy

3 August 2021 International Edition Two New Acts Introduced to the Customary Logistics Council This afternoon, Councillor Jamison Earhart of the Cadinafoy province and Councillor Fey Sewarty of the West Olves introduced two major bills to be debated and voted upon in the Council Chamber. The first, introduced by Councillor Earhart would allow a judge appointed by Council Alcalde to change the category of a case from Layeonic (civil, in international terms) to Criminal in order to impose a criminal sentence upon someone who is suspected to have committed a heinous felony or an Unaccepatable Offence. Such would be done if the judge presiding over the case could prove beyond any doubt to Council Alcalde that the suspect should be tried for a criminal offence. There are four Unacceptable Offences in Sertian Law: Treason Kidnapping Grade 4 murder Perjury The controversial punishment for the four Unacceptable Offences, under medieval code, is permanent and strict exile which still exists today. However, many convicted of these offences are permitted to remain in Gadalland and Aspern under detention to have their case appealed. About 20 Sertian citizens per year are exiled under this pretense. The bill would also serve to protect those wrongly accused of a criminal offence by allowing a judge to change the category of a Criminal case to that of a Layeonic one, eliminating the chance of detention. "I am confident that this bill will only serve to promote fairness in our justice system," Councillor Earhart said in opening statements. Thus began a long debate in the War Chamber today, with Councillor Earhart defending the bill from the many verbal attacks delivered by disapproving councillors. "I am worried, councillor Earhart, that this bill will make it easier for us to banish our citizens. It is surprisingly easy to find someone guilty of an Unacceptable Offence, the idea of which is wholly outdated," said Councillor Gillibry of Unthrushroe. Councillor Unthrushroe also serves as a Council Alcalde appointed judge. The second bill, introduced by Councillor Sewarty, would allow for countries with "strong diplomatic ties" to Gadalland and Aspern to be permitted entry for 90 days without needing to apply for a visa. This comes after the Embassy of the Kingdom of Reitzmag opened in Hemberdale last week, and the Embassy of the Nofoaga Islands opened last month. This act received a more positive response in the War Chamber, which has tried to promote healthy tourism after Gadalland and Aspern has been placed on high-risk travel advisories. The act defines "strong diplomatic ties" as nations with which Gadalland and Aspern has established embassies. The Council of Diplomacy hopes to establish embassies with all European nations by next year in order to promote the well-being of European citizens. A separate provisional act has been put in place for citizens of the Nofoaga Islands still seeking refuge from the eruption and subsequent displacement caused by the volcanic eruption last month, allowing them to obtain an emergency six month passport for safe passage through or residence in Gadalland and Aspern. The provision is set to expire the end of this year. There has been no debate on this bill in the chamber yet, and all councillors have declined to comment.

New Initiative by Reyali Corporation to build a semi-autonomous futuristic metropolitan city on a mega-manmade island Katie Winsburgen DOH TIN MAH CITY: The Briekish population is obsessed with water; islands in particular! Reyali Corporation, a multi-billion dollar company has begun building a metropolitan city on an island. More than 68 small and medium islands have been built along the coast of Brickston, all for luxury. But this island hopes to host a minimum population of 1,600,000 people! Under the "Right to Ownership", all private property must be protected and owners may enforce restrictions or regulations of any legal form. Reyali Corporation has capitalized on that. The city will be entirely planned by a private corporation, which in political terms can be considered as communist-capitalism. It is absolutely mind-boggling to political thinkers. The city is being built by more than 5,000 people. Ideals: Electric cars only Mandatory Multiculturalism Currency QR Code system No income or property taxes That last bullet point sounds too good to be true. But it is one of the marketing phrases the company is using to attract "Citistomers", which is what residers were referred to. The downside of coming to the city is that the cost of buying a home is 3 times higher than the average house cost in Brickston.

Jesús Aguilar ordered the Palacio de la Moncloa's service to bring a cup of tea and a cup of coffee to President Mouri-Kudo and himself. While they waited for the drinks, Aguilar got out a box, which was a gift to the Leagioan President: "Ms. Mouri-Kudo, it's a tradition for me since I won the last Spanish election to gift all the leaders that come to Spain something. I hope you like this book, which is about the Spanish transition from the Franco's dictatorship to the democracy we are now. It's a very interesting read." Suddenly, the service brought the drinks and closed the doors. Aguilar drank a bit of coffee and then got his papers from his suitcase, to then speak: "First of all, I hope you have had a good flight from Leagio, Ms. Mouri-Kudo. Now, let's get onto business. I proposed this summit to your team and yourself because I believe the Commonwealth of Leagio is a very important and crucial ally for the Kingdom of Spain as for the estability of the European Union. Our nations have common points of view in a wide range of different affairs including the importance of climate change or equality between men and women, and that's something which makes our relationship, in my opinion, quite strong. Before we start discussing some of the topics I've brought to this summit, would you like to talk about something else?"

Country of origin: UNSR Name of the author: Constance DuBois Gender of the author: Female Age of the author: 54 Name of the art piece: Captured by Fascists The art piece: Name of the author: Anne-Marie Goldstein Gender of the author: Female Age of the author: 34 Name of the art piece: Heroic Nicoleizian Forces Save an Ungrateful Reitzmag The art piece:

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is glad to welcome the diplomatic team from Gadalland and Aspern ( @Gadalland-and-Aspern) led by Amb. Parshon. We hope you find your suitable office at 63 Europe St., Hampton City, Buckingham Province, Kingdom of Reitzmag. Albert Westbaron Secretary, Secretary of Diplomacy Harvey Wilfred Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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The Constitution of The Republic of Brickston (Official summary) Please note that [A] or [B] means the changes in that Article. Preamble: "The Republic of Brickston is a sovereign, democratic and secular republic, ensuring freedom and justice to all its citizens." Artlcle 12, The rights of all citizens in the Republic of Brickston 1: Freedom to contribute to any democratic process (Any federal election or decision (voting and running for office) with the Supreme Authority monitoring the process) 2: Freedom of Speech (Press, Association, Opinion or any form of expression) 3: Freedom of Ownership (Private Property or possession must be respected unless the owner is unlawful to the Constitution; perpetrators may be prosecuted by the owner in a peaceful way with no violence [D]) 4: Freedom to Access the Judiciary 5: Freedom of Privacy (No person can violate another person's privacy without consent [C]) 6: Freedom of Cultural & Spiritual Belief (Religion, Ethics and Culture must not be violated but monitored under the Constitution, any symbol references to the tyrannical leader Maduro is banned [B]) 7: Freedom of Integrity (The Government must have no biases when it comes to citizens paying taxes, receiving welfare or pension benefits, going through a democratic or judicial process, and any other process which involves any formal federal government. The separation of the legislative, the Supreme Authority and the Judiciary must take place). Article 13, "Environment Regulation Act" Environment Regulation [A - All crossed off bullet points are no longer in use] All gasoline automobiles are banned All manufacturing or mining sites must undergo an environment regulation test every 2 months Vegetarianism only Meat cannot be shipped overseas [B] The Brickston National Environment Organization (BNEO) is introduced to protect the Briekish Environment and replant more than 5 million trees. Article 14, "Tackling Racism Act" Tying inclusiveness into the law; A body being offensive towards someone's race, religion, culture, ethnicity, language or ideology will be prosecuted [A], depending on the severity of the crime [B]. All news organizations with regional coverage must be impartial with their content and not favour an ethnicity, race, culture, religion, belief [D] or ideology[C]. Article 15, "National Language Act" This article in the constitution which alters the official language of Brickston will not be imposed on any person who does not want to use the official language. This amendment in the Constitution changes the official languages of Brickston to Briekish [A], English and German[C] as the official languages of Brickston [B]. However, all languages over 500,000 speakers shall be recognized. Article 16, "Minor Consumption Act" Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Consumption shall be regulated [A], with the minimum legal age for Alcohol being 14[B] 15[C] 18[D] and Tobacco having a minimum legal age of 16[B]18[C]20[D]21[E].

STATEMENT REGARDING THE HEAD COUNCILLOR OF THE CUSTOMARY LOGISTICS COUNCIL, MR. HENRY SPIGGEN Approximately a month ago, it was communicated to the CLC intelligence services that there have been outstanding threats of terrorism since the 2 June attack. This threat was also communicated to the other EU Intelligence services so as not to hinder cooperation. The terrorist organisation of concern is known as the Drarts. About a month ago they were thought to have been based solely out of the People's State of Precia, but it is now evident that they have expanded to the shores of Gadalland and Aspern. This threat became more imminent approximately 12 days ago, when the Head Councillor, Mr. Henry Spiggen of the Customary Logistics Council, was reported missing. He has not been seen since the investigation into his disappearance began. Based on our reports from the Terrorism Counteraction Team, it is certain and undoubtedly so that the disappearance of Mr. Spiggen and the increased activity by the Drarts are of a direct relationship. We believe that Mr. Spiggen has been taken by the Drarts. I, Councillor Édutitalle Dína, your European Councillor, will be acting as provisional CLC Head Councillor (pHC) to ensure continued stability of Gadalland and Aspern. As your pHC I will lead our security and counterterrorism teams to seek out the sources of these horrific actions carried out by the Drarts. Mr. Spiggen will be found, but we must all do our part. And now, people of Gadalland and Aspern, please remain vigilant. We plan to meet this threat of terrorism head-on, but we cannot do it without your help. Please contact the emergency number at 777 if you see any suspicious activity relating to the Drarts. This is a call to arms, citizens. We must protect our country, ourselves and each other. Mr. Spiggen will be found, and we will quash this new enemy. Thank you. pHC Édutitalle Dína

OP:Mennrimiak and Spanish bans are now unnecessary and racist Over the last few months there has been a radical change in Strathae and reversal of policy. We had 15 years of the extremist politics of Blairite politicians. The damage done was inclaculable and we understand why there were concerns before. It was wrong that Catholics were targeted and doxxed and Reitzmen were, don't get me wrong I'm not saying the Catholic Churhc does not need change whether its child abuse, anti-women policies and anti-lgbt policies there are issues that certainly need fixing and do agree catholic values among others are incompatible with liberal Strathaen values. Values that mean we treat the LGBTQIA as no different indeed it was only recently words for Lesbian, Gay , Trans Gender and Bi-Sexual were developed in our langauge, our culture has always maintained love is love and gay love is no different but it went too far. The doxing , the egging was too far , the campaigns against catholics to remove it from the country was and is too far but that is no longer the case. We have overturned the anti-catholic extremism balancing religious rights and LGBT and womens equality with new laws under the new coalition. The new coalition has extended privacy, libel and anti-doxing laws though arguably maybe too far with broad reaching implications on investigative journalism though maybe this could be reviewed in the future to balance things a little more when it comes to freedom of press and speech and privacy. Also of not fines are not the first course of action for first time offenders anymore but a culture of leniancy and cautions is developing. I honestly don't see what more can be expected of Strathaes new government , it would be unfair to expect the government and our people to abandon all cultural values and our expectation of tolerance and acceptance and full civil rights for all regardless of LGBT and gender identity. At this point one can only conclude the advisories and bans on strathaens as well as explusions of our citizens in Spain and Mennrimiak were not done on security concerns indeed there is no longer security concerns extremism is being dealt with. The banning of a whole group of people based on nationality has one name racism , its that simple. Thewy are judging a whole group by the actions of a few extremist Blairites and a minority who are extreme far right but that does not represent most Strathaens who overwhelming rejected the PoT under Blair's most extreme politics by 62% to 38% and furthermore rejected it again in the leadership contest of the PoT electing the most liberal and progressive PoT leader in decades leading to a split in the party. Indeed polls show that barely 10% support Blairite extremist factions, yes polls also show 65% are suspicious of Abrahamic religions but its not like they don't have good reason to be , unfortunately many denominations have not helped themselves with their homophobia, imperialism, anti-women policies and in many cases theocratic tendencies over the years and their involvement in anti-LGBT and womens rights campaigns though we must stress this is not all churches with the Inquistan Orthodox and ICS church being good examples of liberal churches and reformed Judaism and Conservative Judaism. But does this make most bigoted or extreme? I would argue no, one can oppose the ideas and branches without opposing the people and ordinary members and that is the case in reality most are taking issue with the institution. In summary its unfair to treat all of Strathae as if its extreme when in reality its a small percentage probably equal to Duchies level if you look at polling figured on extreme right parties in elections, to say all Strathaens are a threat is just naked racism especially when most who move abroad and go overseas are from the more moderate side of Breizhighism. Imagine the condemnation if Strathae banned all Catholics and Muslims or all Mennrimiak or Spanish based on "security" concerns just because some are homophobic or some vote Vox or some far right party or are involved in fascist street orgs . The world would not have it and quite rightfully so it would be unfair, racist and generalizing a whole nationality , that is not a European value.

Istkalen Information Service: Government announces timeline for "democratic" transition" International The Council of Ministers, in line with recent reforms, and in an attempt to deny amounting accusations of fascism, has announced its intention to develop a new "democratic" constitution, based on that of 1931, setting a timeline for its creation, the holding of elections, and handover of power to a new government, occurring, in reality, unusually rapidly - all of this in but six months. Make no mistake - this is not an attempt to court, at the very least, liberal democracy. Istkalen's government has made it clear that it has no intention of ever truly becoming one, instead putting forward a concept of "Istkalener democracy" - effectively an authoritarian ideology that, as is tradition, integrates, rather than suppresses, dissent and political activities in general into controlled, "ordered" state institutions, mostly organized on the line of profession and, in some cases, identity (youth, women, minorities, etc, etc). The choice of the 1931 constitution - a particularly authoritarian document, although mild by Istkalen's standards - as a basis highlights this. With most Istkaleners supporting such a regime, however, having come to see, after the extreme corruption of 1973-1983, as well as the extravagance and myriad political alliances with the most bizarre of institutions that defined the Social Democratic regime until its violent attempt to purge these all through war both internal and external, even the basic trappings of liberal democracy as leading to failure, there is likely to be little internal opposition to this. "What has the multi-party system done for us?" asked a woman who wished to remain anonymous. "We saw - they were siphoning money for seances and all sorts of ridiculous ceremonies! Others were doing beheadings and stonings and all sorts of vile things, and when the Social Democrats, seeing the monster they had created, tried to get rid of them - whoosh! - invasion! I don't want it back, I don't know anyone who wants them back. Right now it is tolerable, but it won't be for very long, you will see!" What exactly will change? Very little. An elected legislature, proportionally appointed by chambers of various professions and vocations, themselves created by the Council of MInisters with the approval of the President and elected by "professional associations" and "workers' associations" and even, oddly enough, "artisans' guilds," composed entirely of members of the National Front, if the format of the 1931 constitution is followed. An executive structured similarly to the present government, requiring the confidence of the legislature, albeit without the same expansive legislative powers. A judiciary, censorate, and council of examination left virtually unchanged, as they have been since their recreation in 1910. In effect, the same old, same old - not of the Social Democrats, of course, but rather of past, "softly" authoritarian governments - the "Emergency Government" of 2003 after the devastating terrorist attacks on the country's government but before Social Democratic takeover, the Tiraki regime, and so on and so forth. The perfect manifestion, then, of the "Internal Revolution," the government's expansive, nativist attempt to rid Istkalen of the last remnants of the Social Democratic regime. Why all this? Why not simply establish a true democracy and gain the support of Europe? As is perhaps obvious, the people of Istkalen do not want such a thing, and believe, now more than ever, that true democracy has failed; such a thing would thus cause instability. More than anything, the very purpose of the present government is to prevent such instability, now by removing the last dangerous influences of the Social Democrats, and, through the adoption of a nativist platform, the countering of the far-right. It wants to create an oasis of sorts in Eastern Europe, a non-aligned state in all ways separate from European geopolitical conflict and from the militarism that it sees as consuming the region as a whole. Instability would counter this all - it cannot have any of it. Indeed, it would prefer isolation to violence.

"I ask no condemnation Jesus" said Romain while drinking his coffee. "I am only asking for a strong position on human rights." Romain Guichard put his cup of coffee on the side table, folded his hands together and leaned forward towards the Spanish president. "Jesus, I'd really like to talk about something else. About the economy of Nofoaga. It is no secret that our economy is not the strongest in Europe. Little natural resources, small territory... We're actually building on what our grandparents and great-grandparents worked on: fish. I'll get straight to the point. I would very much like to obtain a tax exemption for the fishermen flying the Nofoagenese flag in Spanish waters. And... the same rights as Spanish fishermen." The president of Nofoaga leaned back. After a few seconds of silence he shouted: "Oh, your coffee is up! Another cup?"

Simon was a bit surprised that there's a 3rd guest to the summit, but surely he'd be happy to make arrangements with two nations in one shot. When John Peter Key came in, he held himself and hoped that this summit would be more productive. He shook his hand and welcomed him to the meeting place.