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Germany will be annexing all of Ireland from Gabriel As per our RP'd War. and subsequent Treaty

As Irish Soldiers surrendered to the German Armed Forces. Their General formally surrendered to the German Army. After capturing the General, his staff, and officers the German Army detained the Irish Army. With Irish deaths at 23,000. The 227,000 survivors were placed in detainment camps under the guard of German Militärpolizei. In Dublin, the German Ambassador returned under the Guard of German GROM Special Forces. He handed the Irish Parliment a paper, demanding the cessation of all hostilities and agreeing to all German Demands for peace. Reluctantly, and in fear of losing Ireland they signed it. The Treaty contained 5 Key Elements The Irish Armed Forces will be disbanded, replaced with the Irish National Police and Irish Genadamrie The Irish Region will be administered by Germany Ireland and her overseas assets will be seized by Germany The Irish Government will condemn and accept the responsibility for mass killings of German Citizens General Cruise, his subordinates, and those responsible will be trailed under German Law for War Crimes. The War, or what would be called the 2 Day War was by far the biggest defeat for any army in History. The German Military had lost 0 soldiers, while losing 32,531 Civilians. The German Ministry of Interior named Bridget Macron to become The Governor of Ireland. Under the new German Constitution, the Irish Parliment was disbanded, and replaced with the Irish National Assembly. The German Armee's 4th Army Corp would be deployed to Ireland to protect the region and disperse dissidence. The IRA and German Government signed an Agreement handing Northern Ireland to the IRA and allowing them to operate within legal framework of International Law. The IRA has refused any and all violence. General Saigner and German Governor Macron signed the treaty.

TEA Airbase, Iceland “All Operational Units, Ice is melting, I repeat Ice is melting. All units Ice is melting German Special Forces from Armee-Ranger-Flügel and Operators from the Elite German Secret Third Echelon load onto special Blackhawks designed to remain hidden from enemy radar. Operation Mantis was launched, the covert operation was tasked to decimate Irish Command Structure, destroy Irish Military Installations, and Gather Intelligence “Command this is Reaper…We have departed the base..enroute to Dublin… “Reaper command copies. Caspar is in Dublin. Caspar is in Dublin, head to apartment complex Hector Alpha and receive package. *no response* "Reaper, do you read?" “Roger Command... Reaper will link up with Caspar. We will head to apartment complex, Reaper copies. --- Memo to President Laurens , Security Council, and Joint Chiefs: Reaper has departed from our joint airbase in Reykjavik. Our Intelligence Chief in Port Royalty helped us in transferring our agents into Dublin. Reaper has made it to Dublin and will execute Decapitation. --- Dublin “The blackhawks landed north of Dublin. Placing the Army Ranger Wing soldiers onto the ground, they drove in Dublin where they linked up with Third Echelon Agents. They geared up with MP5KS, M9 Silenced, and a couple hand grenades, smokes, and incendiary. They moved to their specific targets. Cafe, near Prime Minister residence "This is Reaper Actual, to Caspar. We have eyes on Moonshine, moving to intercept.” "Reaper commence decapitation,…” “Copy Caspar. commencing decapitation.” The Soldiers camfloged with civilians, followed the Prime Minister and his light detail. They killed his 3 bodyguards before shooting the Prime Minister. “All Units. Moonshine is down, Caspar 2-1 heading to Eclipse to destroy.” Parliament, Dublin “Roger, Caspar, head to Eclipse.” The Irish Parliament was the second target of the German Intelligence. Armed with C4, they set up explosives around the parliament to destroy it. However, Irish Police spotted them and a small firefight ensured inside the halls. Knowing the Irish Military would respond, they escaped the building and detonated it. A massive fire ball erupt around the parliament. North America, Gulf of Mexico “All hands, man your battle station, all hands man your battle station” The German SMDS Vengeance was a Nuclear Submarine situated of the coast of Texas. The Vengeance was deployed during the first civil war in Texas, and was armed with Striker missiles. The German Military ordered a strike against the Govenor’s mansion in Texas. “Sir, triangulating location, firing Fox 1 and 3…Fox 1….Fox 3, missile outbound. Eta 2 minutes “Command, missile launched, T-2 till impact. In Texas, the Governor was called away to a meeting with the Royal Guard. His family however was in the Compound. As he headed home, he saw the missile overheard, as it impacted his house, destroying everything inside the compound. The Governor was in aw…He was decimated, and his heart was shattered. His daughters, sister, wife, sons, and family members were in his compound. SMDS Outlaw, The Outlaw was monitoring the land teams progress, they were situated off the coast of Ireland. Waiting to pick up the special forces and intelligence officers. The German Soldiers and Officers headed to the Outlaw where they headed to the allied base. Once in international waters, the Outlaw headed to Reykjavik. The German Government was very pleased with the results. While they could not confirm how many died in the Parliament and Governor bombings, the destruction of Irelands Command Structures was achieved. The Intelligence Officers managed to hack into key officials within the parliament, as well as the Defense Mainframe. With this information, they prepared to strike against the Irish in Germany. Third Echelon had left behind evidence linking the paramilitary group IRA to the bombing in Dublin and the attacks against the Prime Minister. As suspected, the IRA happily claimed responsibility for the attacks. ---- Press Statement: We are actively looking into the matter on the events in Ireland. We condemn all types of terrorism and will continue to investigate the events in Dublin. The German Military did not support the IRA, and will not support the IRA.

Royal German Marine Recon Kommandos of the Recon Kommando Regiment were inserted into the region. They were scouting Irish Positions in anticipation of the attack to liberate west Germany. The German Kommandos designated enemy bunkers, walls, tanks, positions, and stockpiles. They returned back to their outposts to transmit to command. The offensive to drive back the Irish would begin soon.

The Bundesamt für Untersuchungen cleared President Laurens of all charges. The Director of the Bundesamt für Untersuchungen said in a press statement "The German people need leadership, and this investigation is putting Germany into an even deeper political crisis. The Bundesamt für Untersuchungen will continue its audit of President Laurens' personal finances but have cleared her of any wrongdoing. Across Germany, troops at the highest Military Readiness were marching West. The Army Corps have made it to their cities as evacuations took place. German Bombers and Fighters were off the table, the German Army would retake its homeland. President Laurens, King Raimond, and the President's Defense Council met in The Royal Palace in Berlin. President Laurens took the podium, speaking to the press. Many have heard about the fighting in Varl and Western Coast. These rumors are true. The situation has spiraled out of control. 250,000 Irish Soldiers now stand between Bremen and Berlin, ready to strike at a moments notice. The German Army will not allow this to happen, while we are outnumbered, outgunned, and out of options. We are fighting for our homeland, the fatherland will never fall, not to the Irish, not to their supporters, and to none. I am trusting in the will and wit of our commanding officers. As a precaution, the cities near Bremen were evacuated at the consent of locals. However fighting is expected around Bremen. German Gendarmerie has been called into action, the Federal Police have also been given the authority to arm themselves. This is a war we shall win, and a war we shall not forget. The Irish will pay with blood and tears, and they will be impaled from aboard and at home. We shall strike them down, and we shall destory what remains of their pity civilization. The German People must remain calm during these times, and rest assured the German Government will update the people when we have news. Thank yo u The German Imperial-Class F-20s were officially announced and passed production stage. These new fighters were at the forefront of modern technology and military aviation. Over 20 planes have been produced by Heckler and Kosh while another 45 are expected to be complete by November. The fighters made their debut in Cyprus where they targeted local armories and warhouses. The planes devastated the supply lines, leaving those who were left without ammo, fuel, and other lethal equipment. Ottoman Soldiers continued to laser, direct, and call in Airstrikes and Artliery around Cyprus and elsewhere on their offensives

German State Police in Wilhelmshaven was unexpected caught in a firefight. As Civilians called in distress, hundreds of calls reached the station. Unknown, they were facing the blunt of the Irish Army. The Police fought valiantly, however, before long the German State Police were annihilated. Civilians were rounded up and many were killed by firing squads. When the Irish Army finished with Wilhelmshaven, they moved onto Varel, a small town in North Germany. After pillaging the entire coastal region, Bremen the provincial capital was under attack. They enacted Directive 66. Governor Hammer telephoned Berlin, informing them that they were under attack. The Directive was a part of the Strategic Homeland Defense. SHD, the Directive ordered all able citizens with certified military experience to bear arms and supplies at their local armories. The State Troops in Bremen were outnumbered, and after Federal Troops in Fort Knuckle were overun, the city quickly fell. The Irish has invaded at a quicker pace, and far more lethal method. By the time 12,000 members of the State Guard arrived at their armories, the Irish had stopped them. As one witness put it, the streets dripped red with the blood of civilians. The Royal Armed Forces, however, was now aware of the attacks. Across Germany, decades-old war sirens rang. The German Government evacuated Berlin, with selected members of the Nationalversammlung, Senat, and leaders of all political parties being evacuated. German Forces in Hannover, Hamburg, New Haven, and Cologne were placed at Verteidigungsbereitschaft 1. Alarms rang across every police, military, and civilian station. German towns nearby the city were destroyed. As Irish soldiers looted, pillaged, and killed all in their path. German Police armed with handguns and few rifles were decimated. The Interior Minister reported that over a thousand civilians were killed since reports of hostile activity. Interim-President Underwood formally recused himself of the Officer of President. President Laurens was re-instated by the BFU and has been cleared of all charges. German Troops were beginning to mobilize. However as German Troops were tied in Copenhagen, and planes running sorties in Cyprus. The Royal Armed Forces to say the least was caught with their pants down. The German 2nd, 4th, and 5th, Army Reserve Corps have been declared active duty units. The 2nd Army Corp has been deployed to Hannover, While the 4th to New Haven, and the 5th to Osnabrück. German Aircrafts, however, were unable to fly as they were being prepared for transfer and other training exercises. The Royal Marine Divisions were however, able to deploy their airplanes to Cologne. Alongside the Marine Kommando Division and Princess Klaudia's Light Marine Division, German Royal Marines began to scout out the enemy positions. Germanys Ambassador to Ireland fled to Port Royalty where the Embassy Staff and whatever civilians they could evacuate took refuge. Even at its peak, the 3 Army Corps, and assorted forces of the Royal Armed Forces were at a 170,000 peak. Their numbers were unable to compete with the Irish, but they had wit, valor, and were fighting on their homeland. The German Media was held in a blackout as The Government attempted to stop fear and anarchy from swelling. In The Flemish Columbia, German State Police were backed by Federal Troops and Police as Governor Lapin signed Directive 63. The troops were there to ensure a Flemish Uprising would not occur. President Laurens and her Defense Staff were escorted to a secure bunker inside Berlin. The Joint Chiefs, Commander of EUROCOM, Generals of the Army Corps, The Ministers of Defense, Interior, and Civil Defense and President were assembled in the Underground Bunker. Protected by 400 Soldiers and Police the Bunker was a fortress in of itself. Prime Minister Korczak and the remainder of the Cabinet were in Dresden where they were to hold out until further notice.

(OOC: This attack took place sometime before.) German Airbase in Incirlik, Pilots, your targets are on the briefings. The situation is dire. Ottoman troops were defeated on Cyprus, what remains of their army is now retreating or trapped on the island. Ottoman Command has asked us to take out their fuel and ammunition depots on the island. Your targets are in non-civilian areas so no need to worry about collateral damage. Nightwing and Bushmaker, you are leading on this operation. Striker and Tactician, you will be running air-air protection while 3 of our Hornets from the Air Base in Crete will provide air-sea protection. The Planes take off from Incirlik, as they pass North Cyprus they notice troops burning the city. Nightwing, are you seeing this? Bushmaker, please advise what are you seeing Holy shit...Nightwing we are reporting troops burning and destroying the city in Cyprus. Striker to Nightwing, we will take a close look, making flyby. Stiker's ECRs moved to a low approach as they saw troops burning the city. Roger, this is Stiker. Unknown combatants are burning and destroying the city. Possible Civilian KIAs. Striker be advised can yo...(Enemy AA attacks Airplanes) BREAK BREAK EVASIVE ACTIONS The Planes broke apart, firing flares the ECR's began their approach. Firing their radar lock-on missiles, they destroyed the enemy AA. This is Tactician, enemy AA Down. Proceed with bombings. The Fighters launched their ordinance at the Ottoman Depots, destroying all the fuel, weapon, and ammunition storages across the region. They flew back to Incirlik they watched as the city continued to burn. Nightwing...you got to take this to command... Bushmaker calm down. We will report to Command when we make it there. At the airbase, Nightwing's Commander briefed Commander Bastion about the situation. Commander Bastion, we do have something else to report. Yes, Lieutenant? During our flight, we flew over Cyprus to cut distance to target and avoid enemy ships and planes. When we flew over, we saw the city in flames and soldiers pillaging it. Did the city already fall that quickly? Lieutenant, those were Ottomans. They have a different thinking style...Unfortunately it is not as lovely as we hope, but in this type of region. A strongman is needed to ensure stability. I know you and your boys fought over in Sweden, but out here...In these parts of the world. We learn that our conscience is the first to die. Commander, you can't be d... Nightwing. Your duties are to destroy enemy troops, planes, ships, storage facilities, and armor. If you are unable to do the job, we will find someone who can. Yes, commander, the Lieutenant said distort. German Airsupport and Local Artliery provided decisive as across the region espcially in Syria and Iraq, the open deserts served as easy pickings for enemy tanks and troops. The Nationalversammlung however was not pleased with the Support of the Ottomans and demanded an emergency session to determine the future of German operations in The Middle East.

In Murmansk, Wintery Cyber Units managed to keep the city in a blackout as German Kommandos captured another HVT from Rebel Command. In Finland, German Marine Kommandos captured over 400,000 Swedish Krones worth of good as well as 30,000 weapons, rockets, and 10 Liters of Fuel and Gasoline. German Special Air Group Nightwing hit ammo and fuel depots of Rebels. The Allied Command declared victory against the Rebellion, however, expects rebel cells to continue their attacks against Allied and Swedish Forces. 210,000 German Troops have been Honorably Discharged. The German Military held a funeral for all those lost in the War of Liberation. The German Military listed 7,892 casualties. Over 350 remain in hospitals in critical care and another 3,000 who are expected to make full recoveries and be able to return to active duty by September. The German Military is expected to medically discharge 2,000 professional soldiers. The war has increased the German Debt from 12 Billion Kronens to 30 Billion Kronens. The German Royal Airforce has also reported that 45 aircrafts were destroyed and that 47 pilots were killed in action. The German Navy estimated that 12 Ships were lost, with 5 badly damaged. The Ground Forces lost 231 tanks, 52 IFVs, 200 transports, and 4 Attack Helicopters. General Westfal and other members of the Joint Chiefs attended a ceremony for the German Soldiers killed in Sweden. A moment of silence was held across the country, as General Westfal took the podium. We have fought a long and hard war. The cost of Freedom at times is a very high price. You have fought valiantly, honorably, and courageously. The fatherland is proud to have warriors such as yourselves. While many cowarded from the order to fight, you embraced it, the German Army is honored and proud to call you soldiers of the crown and Federation. Words alone can not describe your valor and sacrifice. But as the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, I would like to thank you, as does your President, your Commander-in-Chief, and the people of Germany thank you. Germany is ready for any threat so long as the warriors of the fatherland are ready to embrace the call. Germany will begin a withdrawal from Sweden and a complete withdrawal by September. The war in the north is complete.

The German Embassy in Istanbul was quickly evacuated. Alongside 5,631 German civilians, the planes were escorted back to Germany. The 10 ATLAS Air Transports arrived in Istanbul. Bringing Anti-tank, Weapons, Panzerfausts, Stingers, and other ammunition to Ottoman Troops. In Incirlik, The Royal Airforce supported the Ottoman Counter Attack and destroyed enemy tanks as they attempted to cross into the district. The 120th Artillery Platoon also set up behind Ottoman lines as they suppressed enemy charges at the Ottomans. Hungadada's Embassy and Citizens were also rescued from The SOE by Lufthansa and Germany Military King Raimond and his Ministers and Generals bid farewell to the Sultan and his ministers. Promising more aid and support, the King boarded a royal aircraft and flew back to Berlin to meet President Tristar. German Sattlielies noticed a massive enemy armada arriving near Cyprus. In the direct confrontation of the German Air Base in Incirlik. The German Royal Airforce bombed Rebel outposts across the Syrian Border. The Airbase was to receive 30 Tornado ECRs and 20 German Hornets armed with Anti-Ship Missiles. An additional 12 Coastal Batteries were deployed to protect the Base itself. German Joint Defense-Foreign Affairs State Press Release: While on a pre-arranged diplomatic mission, German Soldiers training with Ottoman Soldiers were attacked. 5 Members of the German Army Reserve were killed, and 2 tanks were badly damaged. With quick intuition, German Reservists defended their positions and were safely evacuated to The German Military Base in Dresden. The German Airforce has commandeered the old, Ottoman base in Incirlik. German Fighters, Bombers, and Paratroopers are using the base as our FOB. Over 5,000 German Troops and 300 Pilots are stationed in The SOE with 2 Navy Missile Cruisers and 3 Destroyers on the Coast of Syria supporting and evacuating German Soldiers and Civilians as Ottoman Soldiers press onwards. The German Embassy in Istanbul was evacuated, and over 6,000 civilians as well. We have also brought an unconfirmed number of Hungadada Civilians and Ambassador/Embassy Staff back to Germany where they will transit back to Port Royalty. The German Government condemns the support of rebel groups against the Legitimate Government of the Ottman Empire. War is not in anyone's favor and we call on international support to pressure nations to cease supporting the Democratic Rebels. The German Military will be in an active supporting role of the Socialist Ottoman Empire, however, and will not have ground forces fighting inside the Empire

Operation Desert Shield was in action. Operation Size: [4,000 Fallschirmjäger of the 5th Airborne Brigade; 35 Marauder IFV. 20 Armored Troop Transports, 10 Armored Troop Transports [light weaponry] 34 Atlas Troop Transports] [3,5000 Soldiers of the Army Reserves, 35 Tanks of the Army Armored Regiment, and 20 Planes of the Airforce Reserve] Commander Lizbon and the 5th Airborne Brigade deployed as a QRF to Allied Troops in, Assisted by the Swiss Light Infantry Shock Battalion, the troops landed in Incirlik where they set up defensive positions on the wall and set up a communications center. Commander Bastion of German CENTCOM, President Underwood, and King Raimond were on video chat on a secured line. President Tristar, and Commander Bastion. The situation in Istanbul has subsidies, however, we expect heavy fighting and possible artillery shelling of Istanbul. King Raimond...You have already declared a state of war, deployed German Soldiers, and engaged Germany in a second civil war intervention without informing the Interim-President, The Senat, or any member of Government.... President Tristar, you will remember I am Commander-In-Chief and have the responsibility to protect Germany, her interests, and people. Regardless, the German Reserves were under attack prior to my demand for troops to defend the King of Germany, and its citizens as they evacuated. Mr. President, and your Majesty. The 5th Airborne Brigade is already in Incirlik. It is perhaps feasible for us to recall all our troops send the reserves back to Dresden and bring in Air Power to support Ottoman Forces. Operation Desert Shield will consist of Mobile Artillery, Artillery Batteries, and Planes to support Ottoman forces as they push into rebel territory. The CENTCOM Strategy for Desert Shield is to provide logistically and support to the Ottoman Army as they advance. We will not require boots on the ground with the exception of Artillerymen and Paratroopers from the 5th Airborne Brigade. We have already captured the Ottoman Base in Incirlik, and have the 5th Airborne Brigade stationed there with 50 F-17 Fighters and Tornados. Our Fighters in Syria have destroyed over 50% of the enemy armor and began a retreat to Incirlik. Our reserves have loaded up onto transports and ships in the Mediterranian and been relocated to Crete. Our losses are estimated at 5 soldiers killed in Iraq and Syria. We will have more updates when Commander Lizbon reports back from Incirlik. In the mean time, 5 Air Force Transports and 10 planes form Lufthansa are en route to Istaunbul. The Ambassador, the Embassy Staff, and German Citizens number 5,631 in total. King Raimond, you and your entourage are to leave on the Royal Plane. There is no exception, we will need you back in Berlin to help us strategize. As long as you are in Istanbul you are a liability, I expect you on that plane. The President nodded with agreeance.

German Troops from Dresden under the German 2nd Army Corp were deployed to Wintery. Over 15,000 troops, helicopters, tanks, and ships would joint Wintery Forces in joint training exercises to solidify the allied forces and to learn various tactics and plans. - German Defense Attaché, Wintery

The German Tanks and Armored Personnel Carriers drove down the sands of Iraq. They were hunting Ottoman tanks and Soldiers, they quickly spotted enemy tanks and fired their virtual shell. The Enemy tank however fired their shells at the Germans. They took quick actions and evaded the shell, they began to hail the tank. This is FRIENDLY FORCES I REPEAT WE ARE FRIENDLY BLUE ON BLUE...The tank took a second shot...The Germans moved again and the tank line fired their weapons. The tank was destroyed, but in the distance, more tanks were approaching. The Platoon fell back to the allied base. In the base, German Pilots were scrambling, German Infantry in Syrian Port were ambushed by Ottoman soldiers and tanks. The German Pilots moved at attack speed, knocking out a dozen tanks. In Istanbul, The Royal Guard took the King. Taking him to the German Embassy where The Royal Marines and Generals were scrambling to address the situation. The Enemy is a democratic rebellion originating in Syria and Eastern Anatolia. We can confirm enemy troops have engaged the Infantry Division in the Syrian Port here, and our Tank Regiments across the Iraqi province have been attacked by Iranian and DR Forces. We have scrambled our fighters and our multi-roles attack planes, but the situation does not look good for the Ottoman garrisons in Bagdadah and even in Istanbul. We are making preparations for the Embassy to evacuate and all German Citizens will be extracted. We must radio Berlin and get reinforcements if we are to hold out. The King looked at his options, this was his moment. The moment that would have him in history, for good or bad he would have to act. General Röhe and Minister Reinhardt, radio our troops in Dresden and Klaas. We will reinforce the Embassy and provide logistical and aerial support for the Ottomans. We will not abandon our friends, you have authorization from the King to Proceed. Get me a secure line to Berlin and to President Underwood, we will hold out here until reinforcements arrive. Send the Marines out to round up Germans and send them to the Airport, we will evacuate everyone. Send someone to the Hungadada Embassy, we will also provide them extraction if needed. The German Quick Reaction Force in Crete was notified of the conflict. They quickly prepared their 5,000 paratroopers and 50 aircraft to head to Istanbul and Iraq. The Commander notifed Berlin and the TEA Commander as the planes prepared to take off.

The German 6th Mechanized Brigade and 8th Logistical Division arrived in the SOE, alonggside 35 Planes and 50 IFVs. The troops joined ottoman soldiers in a nearby a base. 3,500 German Soldiers will join Ottoman Soldiers to partake in Military Exercises. General Röhr met with his Ottoman Counterparts to learn and display Ottoman/German Tactics. Deputy Defense Minister Reinhardt and her Ottoman Counterpart Defense Minister Maiev Shadowsong spoke at a press conference at the Ministry of Defense Building in Istanbul. "The German Army is here both to learn how to cultivate desert warfare, and operating in extreme heats as well as teaching the Ottoman Army tactics and tricks."

Commander Röthke The German Armed Force's new strategy in Sweden involves covert operations both on the ground and unseen to our enemies. With the aid of the Winterian Cyber Division, the German Cyber Defense Anaylists, and Cyber Security Divisions have formed the Tactical Operations Cyber Division in Berlin. The Winterian Flag was raised alongside the German Flag in the Tactical Center. with an extra 500 operational capacity, the Wintery Cyber Division worked both in their homeland and the ability to work in Germany. The new Center renovations will allow us to impede the operations of our enemy, and to bring the war to a close.

Prince Raimond, The German Finance, Justice, and Deputy Defense Minister arrived in The Ottoman Capital. Visiting the German Embassy, they greeted staff had a warm reception and met the Ottoman Foreign Minister. Speaking at the Embassy, Prince Raimond Commemorated the Ottomans move forward, and looked towards future German-Ottoman relations to expand greatly in both Defense and Trade. The German People are certainly fascinated by both your culture and natural beauty. As such, I intended on working with The King to restore German-Turk relations." Prince Raimon left his Ministers to personally visit the King. He brought with him his personal dog Gelda, and the Royal Guard. They brought a special gift for the King. The Prince embraced the King, before showing him the gifts. 10 German Shepards were brought to the King for his affection of Puppos.

General Reinhardt Men and Women of the German Royal Armed Forces. We have fought a long and tiring war. We have faced opposition at home and in Sweden, but yet we push on because our struggle is not for personal glory or conquest. Our war is of liberation and moral brotherhood. We stand here today as equals, as a proud people, a proud army, and proud warriors. As our motto says, Action not words. We rely not on the documents that start and end wars, the papers that curse our wars, and neither the backlash of even our own people. We rely on our actions and our wisdom to guide us in turbulent times. I am honored to have served as your Commanding Officer, and I am privileged to hand over my command to Commander Röthke. I am certain he will overtake this command smoothly and ensure victory that we have bled and died for. In Sweden, 120,000 Soldiers left the Command Base in stockholm returning to Copenhagen where they begin to prepare to head home. In Stockholm over 60,000 soldiers remain and over 40,000 pilots, marines, naval personnel, and special operators remain stationed. Commander Röthke joined Allied Command this Saturdya.

In Berlin, 28 Members of the Ultra-Nationalists Christians Court union have been sentenced to 4 life sentences. The CCU has been at odds with the German Government since their armed insurgency in 2000. The German BFU also arrested several prominent members of the Alt-Right People's Worker's Party for involvement in Domestic Terrorism. Commander Röthke was named General of the German Militar Campaign in Sweden. Commander Röthke was also tasked with handling the 2006 Flemish Insurgency. Commander Röthke has promised to reduce German Military size and to use new tactics to combat the rebels to ensure a peaceful transition for the Swedish Monarch. The German Armed Forces will cut down 200,000 of its reservists. The Commander also ensured a third draft order would not be needed and that those drafted in the first and second draft order would be discharged. The War in Sweden has caused the German Armed Forces 7,782 Casualties and 5,000+ Wounded. Commander Röthke spoke at a public forum outlining his new strategy. ...We will use small tactical units in Search and Destroy missions... The German Armed Forces will return to peacetime standards and will begin to slowly withdraw from Sweden...The Main German FOB will now be Copenhagen, while a secondary FOB at Riga has been established...We will also begin the use of cyber warfare, and other covert methods to cripple the rebellion...I want to make this clear, we are not retreating nor folding to internal pressure. As the urban warfare has now come to an end in Sweden, we must adapt and strike. I congratulate General Reinhardt of the German Ground Forces for her efforts in the destruction of The Main Separatists Army. She has been resourceful for her efforts alongside the Joint Chief. Their work is unparallel, and they both know that it is now time to adopt a new fighting style. The Protestors in Berlin continued to damage and violently riot across Berlin. Some say the recent Norwegian Genocide has fueled even more protests. The German Government reports over 530 foreigners have been arrested for partaking in riots. The German Federal Prosecutors vowed to trial those who partake in arson, property damage, and other damaging crimes. The Protestors damaged a railway and military recruitment building in Berlin. Those who partook in the public damage have been arrested and sentenced to a 6-month jail-term by the German Federal Courts. Over 3,000 have been prosecuted for the riots in Berlin and New Haven. Acting-President Lozé has stepped down as President of the German Federation. Her resignation from the Role as President came as a surprise as Lozé was expected to hold down the fort. As stated in her address she said "I do not believe my role is as President, I will return to being Speaker of the Nationalversammlung" Prime Minister Korczak has denied she will take the role, as Prime Minister she is unable to become the role as President. Prince Raimond and Deputy President of the DBP Tristar Underwood have been rumored to take the vacant Interim Seat. The German Armed Forces at 580,000 strong is expected to make 200,000 honorable discharges from its ranks. The Armed Forces will return to a 180,000 strong active force and 200,000 reservats. The German Joint Chiefs expect the war to have costed between 500-700 Billion Deutches Kronens. The Federal Reserves say that the war will be covered, for the most part, however, the German Debt is expected to rise to 30 Billion Deutches Kronens until December 2017. By August 20th, 20,000 troops will return to Germany. Over 80,000 will be discharged and 60,000 will be returned by August 24th. Protests are expected to remain low in the capital as the Government cracks down on its leadership and begining measures to recall the troops.

In Germany, The Congress of German Parliment recognized the Akaatan Genocide against the Norwegian People. Acting President Lozé, Leaders of all the Political Parties in Germany, and leaders of the religious community gathered in Berlin to unveil the Norwegian Genocide Memorial. President Laurens and leader of the DBP took the podium first. Medborgere, parlamentsmedlemmer, pressen, og min norske bror og søstre I am honored to stand here as a member of the Norwegian community and people in Germany. As an ethnic Norwegian it appalls me, it shatters me, and it pains me to know that across our very borders our people have been massacred, our people have been murdered, and our culture destoryed. Our roots uplifted and borken, our homes destroyed, and our cities in tatters. War is deadly and brutal, but Genocide can not be accepted. Intentional or not! This was a genocide, and the German people, the Norwegian people, and even the world will never forget the atrocities committed in Oslo and Norway. While this may have been the actions of a few, and that the Akaatan Government does not endorse either support the genocides it does not fill my empty wounds. But for this I can promise, The German Government will not forget! The German people will not forget! We Will hold all accountable for their actions in Oslo, we will hold them accountable for the half a million killed, and for the innocents murdered in cold blood. The Akaatan General may have drawn the blood of our people, but we will remind him what it means to be a Norwegian. What it means to be Norse! NORWAY WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN, NOTWAY REMINDS US ALL OUR QUEST FOR FREEDOM IS NOT OVER, NORWAY MAKES US TO BE PROUD OF OUR PEOPLE AND NORWAY WILL STAND AS A TESTAMENT IN OUR HISTORY WHERE GOOD TRIUMPHS EVIL. Pope Gabriel Blitz of the German Catholic Church took the podium after the President. We are all children of God. We are his blessful creatures, and we are all brothers and sisters. While many politicize this issue, it is not a matter of who and why. We are here today, to remember those who died. The children of God, and may the Lord all mighty look over us all, as he has always. May the Lord look after his dead children, and place them under his mercy and care. It is the duty of the living, to remember and learn from the mistakes of the past. The Pope led a small prayer before Imam Ahmed Salafi of the Islamic Center of Berlin took the podium. As a Muslim, it pains me to hear of such death. While war is never a painless journey, it is unfortunate that people bear the consequences. Not only in Norway, but in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, the Baltics, and elsewhere across the world. May Allah watch over his children, may he lead us to better days. The Imam also led a small prayer before joining the Pope and political leaders in a moment of silence. Across the nation, a moment of silence was held as the German Norse Ski Korp and President Laurens laid the Norwegian Flag around the monument. The monument incribed in the names of leaders of the Norwergian Liberation across history, and the hundreds of thousands killed in Norway.

Berlin Acting President Lozé and Emperor Tristar as well as other guests The German People have no greater brother nor friend than Hungadada. Our bond unbreakable, and our love unshattered. Throughout the ages, our Empires, Kingdoms, and even Federal Monarch remained allies and compatriots. Our love can not be confined to words or monuments however as a sign of our brotherhood, in Berlin a statue to the founder of Hungadada Estfan Majestica I of Hungdada has been erected and facing Port Royalty. And in Port Royalty, a statue of Queen Marié-Thérèsa has been made facing Berlin. To serve as a reminder, there is no greater friend than Hungadada and no greater brother than Germany. Both Hungadada and Germany have journeyed through thick and thin. By that, we've fought off threats to our nations and won the hearts and minds of our people. But there is one thing that has stood through all of our Journey. It is our unshakable bond of brotherhood and sisterhood to one and other. Both our countries share this bond, and regardless of the situation of the world around us, this bond propagates a light that signifies all that is good: hope, trust, friendship, and faith. That is why, today, in commemoration of this unbreakable bond, I am unveiling 1 side of the 2 monuments that will represent in no uncertain terms, this bond of light, hope, trust, friendship, and faith

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Statement Travel Advisory Wintery The German Government offers it support in both monetary, diplomatic, and even military support to its friends in Wintery. The German Government also advises all its citizens to refrain from participating in riots and public disobedience. "There are more civilized and easily accessible ways to discuss your views while respecting the authority and government of wintery". We strongly urge our citizens to be wary of Wintery law and to avoid public locations where such riots are common. The German Foreign Ministry reminds citizens to constantly check local news and to be registered with the German Embassy in the Wintery Capital. Should you be detained, you are instructed to demand the counsel of the German Embassy. As German Authorities have little to no power of the judicial system in Wintery, we strongly recommend you read laws and crimes in Wintery as many laws differ between our nations. Be on the look for future updates from the German Government and Embassy.

In Berlin, Air Raid warnings go off. As the loud speaker issues orders for everyone to head to the underground subways, inside buildings, and under concrete structures. German Soldiers began shouting at people to follow them, or directed them towards the underground areas. People were confused, however after a minute they realized that something may have happened and they quickly ran towards the buildings. For what seemed like hours the streets of Berlin were silent. The Loudspeaker turned on “This is a drill, thank you for cooperation.” The people began to leave the buildings, On the seas and on the coastline, the German Military was running a new set of drills. The Diamant Faust was Germanys Missile Defense System, with a 99% accuracy, the system was deployed onto Missile Cruisers, Batteries, and on Military Sites. Diamant Faust was now being reevaluated. Missile tests were launched as the ships scrambled to intercept, the tests were unannounced to the crew, however 2 missile cruisers served as a fail safe to ensure the missiles did not damage or hit any military or civilian structures. The German Northern Strategic Aerial Defense partnered with the Royal Navy in testing the Hunter Missile Defense System used on the Jæger-Class Missile Cruisers. The new system used a computer system that tracts a missiles speed, trajectory, and information before it launches The HMDS uses a similar computing system such as the Diamant Faust and has been an active part of the Missile Defense Program in Germany. The System was tested in virtual and real life situations where dummy missiles were launched and the missile defense system would activate and neutralize the threat. The German Military has also launched it’s new defense training which involved over 100,000 members of the Royal Armed Forces. Ranging from teaching locals how to administer first aid, to rescuing civilians from trapped buildings. The training is aimed at aiding and supporting the people of Germany in any catastrophe and event. The German Ministry of Defense said that the training exercise will take place all over Germany and civilians are encouraged to join in to both learn and role-play in highly volatile situation readiness exercises German Soldiers also built small tents and camps The Royal Army Medical Corp Surgeon-General Marius Streicher told Press that the Medical Corp recently did an inventory of all armories in Germany and has added Medical Equipment to all of the armories. The armories serve as a defensive building so that all citizens can acquire weaponry to defend their designated zones. They are apart of the collective Strategic Homeland Defense Initiative, alongside mandatory military service. All men and women between 18-30 undergo the service to 2 years. As such, they are trained and ready to be conscripted or to defend the Fatherland against any and all attacks. The Suregon-General said that Medical Equipment will be able to help those who train to be military medical officers and for civilian doctors who administer aid to wounded soldiers and civilians in time of crisis.

Allied Port: 0200 Hours “All Operational Units, Winter is Coming, I repeat Winter is Coming. All units Winter is Coming German Royal Marines and Tanks load onto their designated vehicles, as munitions and fuel is loaded on the warships the German Covert Intelligence Division was taking aerial pictures using their satellites above. “Command this is Outlaw …. *radio static*" "Outlaw, come in. Outlaw, come in* *no response* "Outlaw, do you read?" “Roger Command... Outlaw and Bandit have linked up with HSF on site. Kingpin is a con... fr... *radio static*" *vehicles approaching in the background* “Come in, Outlaw. Be advised Winter is Coming I repeat Winter is Coming. “Roger Outlaw Copies... Enemy movement increase... Holy shit…. Bandit are you seeing this *background noise* Command we have a WM…..." *radio goes silent* --- Memo to President Lozé , Security Council, and Joint Chiefs Tristar: Outlaw, has confirmed Kingpin is on site, However, there is a confirmed increase military presence and an unknown weapon. We lost contact with Outlaw, however, we are certain they were not uncovered. Kingpin + 2 HVTs are on site. --- North Sea 1000 Hours “Winter is coming, prepare the immediate deployment of the Quick Reaction Force to prepare fall back zone. Outlaw and Bandit have eyes on Kingpin + 2 HVTs. We need that Air Support to be on moments notice. Gentlemen, form tight formation around Fatherland and the carrier. We will escort them to the coast and then provide fire support for QRF when needed. The Captains of the vessels nodded and quickly ordered their ships to move into a tight formation. Commander Winters, your men will be deployed at Nineteen Hundred Hours, remain on notice until then. Let's move Gentlemen, time is not our friend. Yes, Admiral, Commander Winters went to debrief is Platoon leaders. Swedish Russian Northern Coast Line 1900 "This is Seahawk Actual, to Papa Bear we have made landing” "This is Seahawk 2-1, heading to riverbed" "This is Seahawk 3-1, setting up landing zone" "This is Seahawk 4-1, heading towards firing position no contact" "Roger. All teams head towards objectives. Be advised Outlaw and Bandit are still operational, I repeat still operational hold position“ "Roger Papa Bear. ETA on Outlaw’s?" “ETA on Outlaw 2 Hours" “Roger. ETA on Outlaw 2 Hours, Setting Clock“ Carrier Group Fatherland 1910 “All Aircrafts, winter is here. All pilots head your aircrafts and deploy, all pilots head to aircrafts and deploy” “This is Nightwing, ready over” “This is Phoenix, ready over” “This is Tornado, ready over” “This is Nightmare, ready over” “This is Knightframe, ready over” “This is Dark Knight, ready over” “All Units, winter is here. Deploy” Murmansk 19:20 “Outlaw to Bandit, T-2 till Package“ “Roger, Bandit Copies” “T-1” *Explosions rock the city* The Swedish Air Defense Sites erupt into flames as German Tornado ECRs drop their payload. Flying at 30,000 ft in the air, the Fighters were able to remain undetected by radar and enemy missile range. The Swedish Carrier in port was the next target. “This is Nightwing, Enemy AA down. Commence bombing run Phoenix. Nightwing and Nightmare Evac Wiscinhster,” The German F-17s split up, as Phoenix Squadron hit the Dock destroying their armory, weapon depot, and the hull of the Swedish Carrier. The night sky was lit up as Rebel gun emplacements began to shoot at the planes. “Dark Knight, boogies on rooftop, please confirm” “Roger Phoenix, bodies on rooftop. Dark Knight has confirmation, commencing gun run” The Fighters lit up the rooftops killing the rebels. 2000 “This is Arrow, all assets neutralized. HIAF on standby for Phase II, Arrow is Eva Wiscinhster.” “Roger Arrow, return to Papa Bear” On the ground, JW GROM, ARW and HSF stormed the building. They quietly engaged the enemy soldiers, clearing out the building they made it to the cellar. They killed 5 boogies inside, and the JW GROM took out pictures on Kingpin. The GROM removed the head mask on the VIP. “Papa Bear, this is Bandit. We have confirmation, Kingpin is in play. Kingpin is in play” “This is Papa Bear, prepare for estraction, Phase II in T-30 Sierra.” “Arrow, launch P2 I repeat launch P2” “HIAF, Launch payload, Kingpin is at play” “This is HIAF Bomber, Payload dropped, t-10 seconds till impact” The second explosion made short work of reinforcements to the University. The Special Forces began to load up onto enemy trucks and transports. 2040 "Seahawk, this is bandit, we are Oscar-Mike. ETA 10 mikes. Arriving in enemy vehicles, south approach. I repeat Outlaw is in enemy vehicles on south approach. Kingpin + 2 HVTs rolled. Enemy is in pursuit, enemy is hot on trail” "Roger, that. Seahawk copies. ETA 10 Mikes, hostiles inbound, Bandit is in enemy vehicles. “Roger, Bandit out" 2050 Bandit, Outlaw, and the HSF made it to Seahawk 4-1’s position. The Marines fired their launchers and a chain of .50 caliber bursts. The enemy vehicles stopped to engage 4-1. “Seahawk Actual Bandit in site, heading towards LZ . 4-1 is in contact, hostiles 40 meters out, 50+ hostiles and more on the way. Heading to secondary defense point" "Roger, 4-1. 2-1 heading out to assist” "Understood, Actual." ---- As Bandit reached the LZ, the jets behind flew faster as well. The Seahawks were embroiled in a firefight. After inflcting heavy losses on the rebels, the Seahawks fell back to the LZ. “Seahawk Actual, this Seahawk 2-1, Enemy in pursuit taking heavy fire, requesting fire support." “Seahawk 2-1 providing, fire support.” The Special Forces loaded Kingpin and the 2 HVTs onto the Osprey before it took off heading to the carrier. The Special Forces formed a firing line as the Marines began to fall back. The Pilots of the Chincooks watched as the enemy technicals and soldiers began to surround the unit. “Commander, you need to move now, hostiles are surrounding this position. Mount up!” “All units load up, we are leaving!” The helicopters were filled and all friendlies were onboard. They quickly rose and headed to the open ocean dodging missiles and small arms fire. “All units, this is Papa Bear… winter is over, Kingpin has been retrieved. 2 HVTs have been captured, all friendlies accounted for. Lets go home” --- "Command, this is Papa Bear. We have Kingpin, rendezvousing with allied command in port” "Roger, Papa Bear, Judge has been notified.” -- The Fleet moved to the Allied Naval Port in Gothenburg where Prince Ciel was questioned to confirm this identity and his state of health. The German Soldiers escorted Ciel to a helicopter where he was brought to the Hungadada-German Military Hospital in the city. The Hungadada Military Police increased their presence around the hospital as Special Forces provided 24/7 protection. The young prince was the future and hope of Sweden, and had vital information to the Allied Coalition. ---- Defense Internal Report: Operation Winter-Storm was a success. The German Royal Marine detachment suffered 3 casualties, all are expected to make a full recovery. GROM and ARW have captured Prince Ciel and returned him to the Allied Safe Zone in Gothenberg. The HSF and German Special Forces have been providing protection for the Prince, and reported that the enemy has lost 2 High Value Officers. However the enemy has captured 5 Nuclear Warheads. We have informed Allied Command and measures are being taken to retrieve or destroy the Nuclear Warheads. Presidents Statement: I would like to personally congratulate every single member of the operatin who made this mission a success. This operation tested our wits and our will but we showed the enemy that they were dealing with force ready for any challenge. I would also like to thank the HIAF and HSF for their valiant efforts in this operation. This Operation will allow Sweden to rebuild itself from the ashes. A central government is instrumental in the future of Sweden and the administration of Sweden. The news of Nuclear Missiles changes the game, until said otherwise our new objective is to capture those nuclear missiles and all WMDs under rebel control. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

German Government We condemn in the strongest of words the Genocide of the Ethnic Norwegian people. We will hold Akaatan accountable for their actions. The deaths of over half a million Norwegians is unacceptable to Germany. While we will continue the operations to liberate Sweden, the German Government is deeply displeased and outright disgusted by the Genocide of the Norwegian People. Diplomatic Relations with Akaatan will be seriously reconsidered and changed. New Haven Mayor In light of the Tribunal being held in New Haven, the Gendarmerie will be assisted by Soldiers of the German Armed Forces and an increased security presence around the Court. We will provide all necessary arrangements and provisions for the tribunal.

Der Spiegel Does the TEA Council have a long term strategy in placed for the occupation of the Swedish territories? How does The TEA Council respond to allegations it's own members of Germany and Hungadada are perpetrating the indirect attacks against civilians? Some 2 million in civilian casualties has been reported by Swedish Authorities. German Broadcasting Channel What will The TEA Council do to address the results of mass destruction in major cities and breakdown of basic civil services? Deutschland Vierundzwanziq Our reporters are wondering when will reporters have access to the cities, as travel to Sweden has been heavily restricted by the TEA Council.