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Buckingham Bay, April 6 2022 | Sirens blare as troops scramble from their barracks with their weapons and gear to the country's coastal fortifications at the coast of Buckingham Bay a few miles from HMNB Wilmarine, these are the sights from the Coastal Defense Exercise or CODEX 2022. Dummy targets are seen coming from the coast while troops dispatch to their positions and activate the equipment deployed, while the Coastguard are seen closing the coast from a distance. Soldiers and equipment from the Royal Army, Royal Marines, and the Coastguard join forces in the largest coastal defence exercise with observers from allied militaries and other branches of the Armed Forces. The media was allowed to have a closer view of the exercises where Uranium SAM-15 air defence systems were caught in action intercepting a target drone launched from a training ship of the Royal Navy. During the break, a press briefing was held in HMNB Wilmarine with high ranking officers of the Joint Service and the involved branches. According to Defence Minister Ben Wallace, they are expecting the conduct of a much bigger exercise within the coming months between members of the ECON in various disciplines and is just waiting for a finalization of the plans from the ECON Defence Council. Renowned Field Marshal Peter Renwalt is also seen observing the exercises having just returned from another successful mission abroad, he praises the current performance and technology level of the country's military calling it "the golden age" of the country's military prowess. The Prime Minister was not seen around but tweeted "Good luck to our forces during CODEX 2022, may they keep a tight defence of our country's borders". The exercises will span for two weeks until April 20, during which a simulation of a large-scale amphibious warfare operation will be held testing the troops in their capability of countering the threat. No comment has been made so far on the participation of foreign contingents in any upcoming Reitzmic-led exercises, except to that hinted by Min. Wallace.
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Caspian City, April 25 2022 | A contract was awarded by the Caspian City Council to SM Technologies for the public testing of Piezoelectric tiles on highly dense pedestrian areas to harness more energy and demonstrate the technology. The technology which has been used by various structures in the country's business districts are applied to harness energy from the vibrations caused by movement over the tiles. Some government offices also make use of this technology, usually being featured in parking areas and main entrances where there's a high density of movement. In addition to this, the Caspian City Council also announced that it is in deliberation of requiring high rise establishments to install solar panels to help in harnessing more renewable energy. Analysts think that the move is part of the government's nation-wide program to minimize nuclear energy and opt for renewable energy sources.
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Hampton City, April 29 2022 | An active shooter is currently taking hostages and open firing in the well-known Yonsei University as police arrive to tackle the situation. It is reported that there is currently only one gunman inside the building using students and school employee as human shields. Police speculate that the gunman is also responsible for the recently failed bomb scare at the same school last February. Everyone within the building is being evacuated following the protocols of the school while efforts are being made to tackle the gunman. Ambulances have also arrived to treat students wounded by the shooter's indiscriminate firing and eventual stampede caused by panic. So far, no casualty has been recorded but dozens of students and teachers are taken into the nearest hospitals to treat their injuries. More updates coming up in this progressing story. -
Cair Para, May 13 2022 | Following a quite long journey, the United Principalities of Ineland has officially ascended to the ECON after the application has received approval and the decision was announced by the General Council of the said organization. The issue of ECON membership was one of the primary parts of the campaigns of candidates during the recent Inelandic General Election, and with the election of Kasper Merckx as the new Minister-President came with the immediate delivery of his promise to bring the country into the organization. Decorations are underway along with arrangements to the ECON Headquarters in Cair Para to celebrate the entry of a new member and their occupation of office spaces for representatives and delegates to the organization. More updates coming up in this progressing story.
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Hampton City, July 17 2022 | Today's session of parliament opens with the first reading of another bill that activates a referendum to leave the European Union. The new bill, submitted by the Conservative Member for Victoria Square now seems to face less opposition as a poll suggests that there is increased support to leave the union as Juncker takes lead in polls across Europe. Renowned political analyst, Dr. Robert Isaac, said that the reputation of Mr. Juncker remains tarnished across the country. He added that the publishing of leaked recordings of the First Round of Caspian Negotiations by an unknown blogger also did not help in easing the hatred for the renowned "eurofederalist commissioner" who was known for having "acted impartially against the country in various circumstances". Despite this, the EURO organization formed by outgoing Premier Commissioner Sir Joseph Biden said that it supports most of the policies Mr. Juncker has outlined during his campaign but it will only support his candidacy if the said candidate makes a public apology. The organization, which was known for having advocated for reforms in hopes to prevent possible leaving of EU member-states, also called for the general public to give Mr. Juncker a second chance if he does make a sincere public apology.
Regardless of all the circumstances, the situation seems to still be unclear as votes continue to count for the EU Elections. However, it is expected that the bill may most likely pass the Committee level and be tested heavily at the final Commons debate. Meanwhile, the Black House has still not commented on the issue nor has testified that the leaked recordings were true.
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Cair Para, July 19 2022 | A press briefing was called earlier by the General Council of the European Coalition at the ECON Headquarters in Cair Para. At the meeting, it was reported that the General Council failed to achieve agreement again on the administrative system for the alliance. The President of the General Council said that despite the growing community around the alliance, the delegations of the 5 member-states were not able to find a common ground on the establishment of an executive administration. He added that the delegations primarily disagreed on whether the leadership would be rotating or elected and on the composition of the administration. However, he reiterated that he calls for member-states to formulate a system acceptable to all at the soonest possible time to ensure the smooth inauguration and more efficient handling of the alliance's activities.
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Hampton City, July 26 2022 | As Former IAC Jean Claude-Juncker is announced as the new Premier Commissioner in another EPA-Commission, various situations have erupted across the country. Millions of people have marched in major cities calling for an immediate referendum to leave the EU, while apologist groups struggle to counter the still growing movement. In the Commons, the Committee on the European Union approved the Krexit Bill and will now pass it for debate at the main chamber. Meanwhile, 8 MPs have defected to the Conservative Party (5 Labour, 1 Lib Dem, and 2 Fed Dem). Due to the defections, all National Parties and 3 Regional Parties have made announcements calling for an emergency meeting to discuss the situation and their next courses of action. In addition, the Black House also confirmed that the Cabinet met immediately following the mass protests and quick build-up of people in major roads across various major cities. So far, the economy remains stable and police have began to be dispatched throughout the areas with large build-up of people to maintain smooth flow of traffic and the safety of those attending the protests. Various roads are also planned to be closed temporarily by the city governments due to the rallies. Outgoing Premier Commissioner Biden and the EURO have so far not yet commented on the situation, and the various National Parties are yet to make official statements following the emergency conferences.
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Hampton City, August 2 2022 | The House of Commons following a division vote has passed the Krexit Bill with 282 voting In Favour and 237 voting Against at today's sitting. Now, all eyes are in the House of Lords on how long they will hold the act within the chamber. Meanwhile, protests have now slowly dispersed with the news of the act's passing in the Commons. Some celebrations were seen among the protesters across the country, others even holding mini-music festivals. Back in Hampton City, a joint press conference was held by the three largest national parties on the country's fate within the EU. In the conference, leaders of the Conservative, Labour, and Liberal Democratic Party announced that they will be holding talks on their voting policy for the upcoming referendum based on the possible turn of events. The parties also said that they agreed that the country demand the EU to return its contributions to the budget if the country does decide to leave in the referendum.
"We never benefited from the EU, and we so far see more disadvantages of staying in the EU with Mr. Juncker back in its administration."
— Conservative Party Chairman Yoon Suk-yeol
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Hampton City, December 25 2022 | The Government has recently released a statement confirming that MV Lucious, an oil tanker bound for the United Duchies, and MV Hwarang, a bulk carrier loaded with coal also bound for the United Duchies, were both seized by the Svarnan Navy. According to Defence Minister Wallace, the Svarnan Government reached out in a communique demanding the extradition of key Svarnan figures seeking refuge in the country in exchange for the release of the ships and their crew. Further details disclosed that the ships were taken mid-journey over the International Waters Zone of the Caspian Sea by two frigates of the Svarnan Navy within the same day. In response, the Government said they are holding a meeting to discuss ways to retrieve the ships and consider all possible options. Svarna Surya has been known as a nation that had never been in good terms with Reitzmag ever since the interaction of both countries began, and is currently ruled by an iron fist dictator. Minister Wallace added that the attack on Hampton University last December 17th was also identified to have been the work of Svarna Surya's Government, thereby prompting the increased readiness and presence of the Armed Forces and the Police to counter possible Svarnan agents operating in the country. Another announcement is expected to also be released within the day to clarify the government's stand on the situations unfolding but assures the general public that the country is still safe and that only increased vigilance is encouraged.
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December 26 2022 | In a special session of the House of Commons, MPs assembled despite the holidays and voted in favour of the declaration of war against the Svarna Surya with 448 against 231. Heated exchanges were shared from both sides of the chamber on whether or not the war was worth the risk, although the results remained clearly in favour of the armed intervention. Outside the chambers were Pacifist groups, protesting and calling for a stop to armed conflicts. Despite this, the Armed Forces immediately announced that their units have begun moving in preparation for the conflict and the entailing operations. Across the country, people actively wait for possible counter-attacks from the enemy and prepare to evacuate when necessary. Air Raid Shelters and Sirens were revisited, tested, and further improved to be ready for use if the war reaches back to the Reitzmic homeland.
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HMJB Manchester, December 28 2022 | The Royal Navy has officially reported that it has finally received the last batch of combat aircraft, among other things, that were ordered from the previous years for the nation's supercarriers. According to them, the aircraft will undergo preliminary operational testing before being officially commissioned into service. In the statement, the Navy also announced that it is continuing with its defense procurement program with the launching of 2 additional Amphibious Combat Vessels to occur early next year along with their sea trials. The statement also outlined some structural changes in the Royal Navy, including changes in the composition of vessel and unit formations. However, no mention of any operations as part of the conflict with Svarna Surya was present.
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Hampton City, January 21 2023 | Following negotiations between Duxburian and Reitzmic delegations, an agreement has been inked to establish various partnerships between both nations. The agreement includes free trade, extradition, technological research cooperation, and export exchange of natural resources between both nations. Due to this, the DU will be joining in the state-sanctioned Fusion Energy Research Program led by Cambridge University, the Atomic Energy Research Establishment under the Department for Nuclear Energy, and the National Institute for Energy Research under the Department for Scientific Development. The country would also be providing special programs for exporting coal and other products in exchange for Duxburian resources like silicon, including tariff adjustments among others. The treaty is now pending ratification from Parliament before being put into place, while the government has begun making preparations through policy-adjustments and restructuring of some institutions and agencies.
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Surrey Space Center, May 7 2023 | Following more than a year of delay, the Probe Rocket made its first flight in full stack. Despite continuation, the plan was scaled down to aim for Sub-Orbital Flight instead of a full Orbital Flight Test. The rocket lifted off from the pad with 3 of its 33 Hwacha Engines shut down, with more being disabled mid-flight due to technical problems. After about a minute during the flight, several flight control systems failed which resulted in cartwheels that forced the launch control to activate an automatic termination system. However, further problems in the ATS resulted in a 40 second delay before the explosives were activated to self-destruct the rocket as it tumbled from the sky. Due to its course, the rocket crashed at the Caspian, just off the coast of Gullicken where the debris were later recovered. Despite the failure, the event was celebrated by many space enthusiasts and scientists.
After the flight, the KRSA published photos of the launch pads that were heavily damaged by the powerful Hwacha engines as the rocket lifted off, as well as the many tons of dirt that were displaced. In a statement, the agency said they noted the problems and issues encountered and will seek to improve on the mistakes. The statement includes a list of certain areas to be improved, including the launch pad which will be strengthened and improved with Water Deluge System to be installed in the future to dampen the force created by the engines, which they admitted to have underestimated the power of.
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Hampton City, May 7 2023 | Various parties forming a coalition to push for Krexit have called for a General Election citing inaction by the Prime Minister on the issues brought by the European Union, including "biased manipulation" by the Premier Commissioner. The coalition, consisting of the Conservative Party, National Union Party, and Krexit Party also announced their endorsement for Opposition Leader Park Geun-hye to become the Prime Minister for the sake of "progress and sustainability". Despite this, the most recent poll released last Monday from independent agency Gallup Kingdom shows strong public approval for the current government with 63%. The Liberal Democrats on the other hand, responded to the statement calling Krexit a "move of a coward backing up from battle". The statement has alerted parties, which seemed to have begun preparing for elections despite the next regular schedule being on November 6 2025.
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Horse Guards Parade, May 7 2023 | The annual Armed Forces Marching Band Competition has concluded with the RAF Central Band bagging first prize, in a ceremony at Horse Guards Parade presided over by Prince Edward. The Band of the Coldstream Guards found themselves at 2nd place, and the Band of the Royal Marines Manchester at 3rd. In a speech during the event, Prince Edward expressed his intent of enlisting in the service that would win the competition. More than 10 bands competed, playing various marches and tunes whilst marching. The Corps of Drums of the Royal Marines made a surprise performance during the intermission while the judges deliberated on the results, while the Massed Bands of the Colleges consisting of marching musicians from Hampton University, Yonsei University, Cambridge University, the Far East University, and more. More than 10 ,000 attendees witnessed the event which ended with the 1812 Overture played by the combined Massed Bands of the Household Division and the Mounted Band of the Household Cavalry, with cannons fired by the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery.
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Victoria City, June 16 2023 | The Provincial Assembly of North Buckingham has passed various measures that was well-received by the Green Party and various environmental groups across the country, including a bill that aims to improve progress on the National Green Transition Plan in their province. The act provides additional fund allocation to grants for research studies aimed at green technology improvement, as well as incentives to small to medium sized enterprises that opt to use self-generated renewable energy such as roof-installed solar panels and wind turbines. While environmental groups praised the passing of the new measure, some traditionalist groups protested and claimed that the new policy may damage the economy and increase unnecessary spending. Despite the backlash, the move comes with more electric vehicle models also rolling out since the implementation of the Vehicle Modernization Act almost 3 years ago, with electric trucks also starting to be used by more companies. Analysts say that the move may slightly negatively impact the economy during the transition, but would boost employment and economic growth in the long run as companies begin to adapt to the new norm.
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Hampton City, June 16 2023 | Over the past few weeks, the government has set out to begin its biennial review of the curriculum for the country's Basic Education, this time with participation from student and youth groups during the hearings of the Curriculum Commission formed by the Ministry of Education. Some of the key topics discussed over the most recent meetings include reducing the average workload of students per week, adjustments to class hours scheduling, and change in subjects required each year. Youth groups thanked the government for allowing them to have a voice on the decision table that may change their future, with more than 23 groups having actively participated in the discussions so far. But the move was not left unnoticed by traditionalist parent-teacher groups, calling students which complained of the current strict education system as 'lazy-heads' and 'cowards'. In a statement, the government defended the move stating that modern technology and developments allow increased accessibility to education and a shift in focus of education from creating high quality academics and professionals to improving literacy while ensuring good mental health.
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Hampton City, June 24 2023 | After recent developments in Istkalen unfold, the Government expressed concern on the possible consequences brought by the violence and turmoil. In a statement, the Prime Minister vowed to take action should the safety and security of Reitzmics be in danger. Due to this, evacuation flights have already begun since last week and travel advisories have been raised. When asked about the possibility of a military intervention, the Prime Minister replied "we will consider all options depending on the circumstances, but a military intervention is not a step we will take for now". However, he added that the frequency of border patrols have been increased in both the country's North and Eastern border. The Armed Forces also reported that technology upgrades and maintenance were conducted on border installations, in preparation for any possible scenario.
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Hampton City, July 1 2023 | The sudden events that have unfold in Istkalen has alerted the government, with MI6 releasing its first statement on alleged 'agents' operating as impostors to force a regime change. Travel advisories remain raised as other countries coordinate with the government in using Reitzmic facilities to aid in repatriation efforts, with thousands of foreign nationals being brought out of Istkalen as the international community watches the situation deteriorate. The government commented on the matter calling for a "unified and just response to the chaos that may again threaten stability in Europe". Earlier, the Secret Intelligence Service or MI6 has held a press conference to clarify matters surrounding allegations of their agents operating in Istkalen long after the end of the occupation that resulted from the recent war.
In the event, MI6 Director Sir Alex Younger dismissed the claims calling them "delusional and misleading". He added that "it was and would never be the interest of the country to subjugate its neighbors, nor have planned to do so". He also reiterated that "the mission of MI6 is not to promote imperialism or neocolonialism, but rather to protect and defend the interests of the country in maintaining peace and security across the region". He also strongly denied any allegation of MI6 agents operating in Istkalen, and called for an end to the 'disinformation campaign' being held by Istkalenic authorities and media.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Defense are yet commented on the matter, and only said that they will also release a statement as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, police presence across the country also is increased and an advisory has been put by local governments to remain vigilant for any suspicious activities. The Security Service or MI5 issued a warning that possible terrorists may be present in the country, pointing out to the recent Stadium bombing in the United Duchies and the reported incidents at Europolis. The Department for Law Enforcement said that they are coordinating with other countries to identify possible terrorists and stop them before they conducting any harmful activities.
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Newhaven GCHQ, November 15 2023 | The Government in a recent announcement has affirmed its commitment to the nation's cybersecurity efforts following multiple reports of phishing and hacking over the past 2 months. This came as a sudden increase in cyberattacks from domestic and foreign sources have jolted users across the country, with reported attempts of attacking state cyberinfrastructure being thwarted by operatives working for the GCHQ. In a separate statement, the Department for Information and Communication announced that it will be holding a nation-wide campaign for awareness against the malicious intents of cybercriminals and their methodologies. Part of the campaign includes a week-long series of seminars held in partnership with the Ministry of Education on ways to improve security while browsing the internet, as well as how to counter identity theft and verify if an app or service is safe to use.
In a press conference for the launch of a new recruitment program for the Ministry of Defence, Minister Ben Wallace announced that the National Cybersecurity Center under the GCHQ would be holding coding bootcamps and other training programs to "bring out natural talents in Reitzmics that may help keep the nation safe". Minister Wallace also said that the Ministry of Defense, through the Directorate of Military Intelligence, will collaborate with the Federal Constabulary to increase efforts at arresting cybercriminals and take down scam hubs across the country using intelligence gathered by local reports and assistance provided by other countries' law enforcement units.
Statistics from the latest police report on it's anti-cybercrime activities show a reduction of at least 60% in reports of scam calls and texts as well as the blocking of more than 700 malicious sites over the past 3 years. In parliament, more than 23 measures have been passed seeking to help crack down on new and evolving types of cybercrime and increasing the budget allocation for intelligence and public order across various agencies concerned. These measures are expected to enable the government to have more flexibility in its actions for the country's security in the cyberspace.
