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Vysokan Politician Accuses Xanu of “Dominating” Coalition Politics NOUVELLE-ROCHELLE. XANU (GST) - In a speech against what she described as, “Xanan imperialism,” Rahe, Vysoka, politician Lkhagvasüren Bolormaa decried recent Xanan intervention in the southern Coalition following an increase in piracy against shipping. Bolormaa described the action as motivated by, “the profits of Markhor shipping executives,” rather than, “the increasingly flimsy idea of Coalition unity.” She additionally accused Xanu of, “deliberately delaying funding,” for the Frontier Protection Bureau (FBP) to increase dependence on its military. The FBP’s rangers — its anti-piracy arm — have requested quota funding increases since the start of the crisis, but Coalition member-states have yet to reach a consensus. Many smaller members have called the current FBP quota a burden on their own defense while others have called the FBP’s structure an outdated relic of the immediate postwar era. The Xanan public remains divided between support for the FBP, support for its reform, and support for its abolition. However, most (64%) Xanans described the FBP as ineffective or very ineffective, a sharp increase from last August (48%) attributed by the XNS to the ongoing shipping crisis in the southern Coalition the FBP has been unable to contain on its own. Coalition planetary authorities have also questioned why the FBP was unable to detect a massive phoron smuggling ring discovered on Xanu earlier this year. IXP leader Raphaëlle Begam accused Zavodskoi Interstellar, which controls significant portions of Rahe, of using the ongoing crisis as part of, “a cynical attempt to scare us into buying their products.” Further Reading: Free League Opens Expulsion Proceedings for Rep. Chatterjee as Protests Continue Navy Arrests Multiple Wanted Individuals Near Assunzione as Relief Effort Continues Fisanduhian-Xanan Reporter Marsha Stangl Released by Elyran Authorities After Detention on Kirinyaga

AXPSO Arrests Representative in Connection with Smuggling Operation PATALIPUTRA, XANU (GST) - As cameras rolled the All-Xanu Public Security Office raided the office of Representative Marie Chatterjee (FL) and arrested the representative along with several of her associates. Since then, AXPSO agents have removed dozens of boxes presumably containing evidence from the representative’s office. Special Inspector Jacques Lybaert, lead investigator of what has become the largest criminal investigation on Xanu in years, advised he was authorized to disclose Rep. Chatterjee had been arrested after messages were discovered on an encrypted email server which showed her and her office as being in contact with an individual identified as the Seeing Eye who is, according to Special Inspector Lybaert, the potential ringleader of the fuel smuggling operation based on recovered communication records. A Free League spokesperson contacted by the XNS advised the party was, “shocked,” to hear about Rep. Chatterjee’s arrest and had, “no prior knowledge,” of any wrongdoing. The spokesperson advised the FL is cooperating with the AXPSO and, “hopes this matter will be resolved quickly.” President Afzal’s office advised his stance is the same as the FL’s. Representative Murali Delacroix, leader of the Popular Democratic Party and former mayor of Pataliputra, advised he is, “utterly disgusted at the naked corruption of the Free League,” and asked if, “we can truly be certain this money hasn’t lined President Afzal’s pockets too.” The XNS has been unable to independently confirm any reports of misconduct by other FL members. As of the time of writing is unknown what the name “Seeing Eye” relates to. XNS journalists were able to identify a small cybernetics corporation in Foy-Niljen named Seeing Eye which, when contacted, advised they were, “flattered,” by the XNS contacting them, but had no in-house shipping company for their products, which provide cybernetic enhancements designed to counteract vision issues. An AXPSO media official advised he was unable to speak to the matter as, “the investigation is ongoing.” Further Reading: Protests in Pataliputra Call for Chatterjee to Resign Assunzione Continues Investigation into Zeng-Hu HQ Attack Alpha League Cricket “Very Successful” on Konyang in Recent Broadcast Season

Alliance Celebrates Reunification Day! Originally published 17 July 2468 NEW EDINBURGH, CALLISTO (GST) - In celebration of the Alliance’s third annual Reunification Day the SANN is pleased to print a special release by the office of the prime minister in celebration of our nation’s unity. My fellow Solarians, Three years ago today our Alliance — torn apart by civil war and strife for years — was reunified, and the Solarian flag once again stood proudly from New Atlantica to Visegrad. Since then Reunification Day has become an important opportunity to renew that unity, and our faith in the Alliance as a whole. Today, we remember the sacrifices of soldiers, sailors, marines, and civilians who have fought for a unified Alliance, and reeducate ourselves to the basic principles of our great nation. Reunification Day is a day to remember how far we have come as a nation since the dark days of 2461 and 2462, when the Alliance seemed to stand at a precipice. It is also a day to remember how far we must go. Millions of Solarians live under temporary foreign occupation, or in communities still scarred by war. As your prime minister I have committed to leaving no Solarian behind. On this day, I recommit myself to that goal. As we approach the next decade of the 25th century we must take measure of both our accomplishments and failings as a nation during this decade. Our Alliance has been at its weakest point since the Treaty of Xansan, and is now at one of its strongest points. We have rebuilt our economy, reformed our military, and stand more unified than any point in the past decade. The great lesson of today is to never forget the sacrifices made to protect our nation and its founding principles. If we remember those principles and our unity of purpose in ensuring they do not fade from the Spur, our nation will not falter, and we have no reason to fear the future. Hendrik Strom Further Reading: San Colette Opens New War Memorial in Nueva Isabela Trouble on the Frontier?: Megacorporation Under Fire in Coalition New Hai Phong Environmental Pollution Remains “Very Bad” per Department of Interior Report

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Suezi Port District Quarantined by Authorities Following Outbreak of Strange Illness QAMAR AZRAQ, NEW SUEZ (GST) - The Suezi Port Authority has announced the quarantine of the New Kosseir Port District following an outbreak of strange, flu-like symptoms among dockworkers. Workers at the plant reported feelings of exhaustion, sluggishness, severe headaches, and — in some examples — intrusive thoughts. As the port mostly handles refrigerated foods it was assumed the source of the outbreak was contaminated shipments or improperly stored refrigeration, or a gas leak, leading to hazardous working conditions. However, personnel sent in with hazardous environment respirators reported the same symptoms after several minutes and one responder was removed following an attempt to throw themselves under a moving automated cart system. When removed, the responder had no recollection of the event. The district is currently closed to all employees, with citizen workers assigned to different facilities if not required to ensure the safety of its automated and semi-automated systems. New Suezi police and National Guard personnel have established a security cordon and the governor is reported to have petitioned for the Ministry of Defense and Warfare to dispatch a hazardous environment team to the area. Local officials have urged calm and advise all arriving freighters should expect delays if inbound to the moon. As of the time of writing no deaths have been reported, but 83 port workers or first responders have been hospitalized for various conditions. Despite earlier fears, workers have not shown signs of being exposed to a chemical attack and seemed to recover quickly when removed from the district. Further Reading: National Guard Asks for Citizen Cooperation in Containing District Piracy Continues to Rise in Southern Spur 18 Non-Citizens Detained in Draft Office Riot

Assunzione Suspends use of Zeng-Hu Drug by Exploratory Agency TRIESTO, ASSUNZIONE (GST) - The Assunzionii Expeditionary Corps (AEC) and Council of Seven, the planet’s legislature, have announced the immediate cessation of its use of the Zeng-Hu anti-psionic drug PsiProtect Broad Use in operations. AEC officials contacted by the XNS advised they are also recalling all vessels not currently in the Lemurian Sea which have been issued the drug, and have begun investigations into the effect of PsiProtect branded drugs on AEC staff and operations with assistance from police authorities. The Assunzione Department of Pharmaceutical Research and Review (ADPRR) has issued an advisory against using PsiProtect-branded drugs and ordered a general recall of the PsiProtect Broad Use drug until allegations of misreported adverse effect frequencies such as the frequency of seizures, nausea, tremors, and death caused by its use have been investigated and reviewed by the agency. An official with the agency who spoke to the XNS on condition of anonymity advised ADPRR officials, “no longer trust,” Zeng-Hu’s internal review process following the release of multiple files demonstrating a pattern of neglect by its subsidiary companies in ensuring their drugs do not cause serious harm to patients. This investigation marks the latest in what has become a difficult year for Zeng-Hu, with an under-investigation fire having closed off multiple floors of its Assunzione headquarters and stock prices having plunged on Xanu and Callisto following the PsiProtect Scandal. On Xanu multiple delegates have called for an investigation into the megacorporation, and the AXPSO has allegedly begun to investigate several Zeng-Hu employees in connection to the ongoing Pataliputra fuel smuggling scandal. Further Reading: Burnt Computers, Battered Corpses: Triesto Police Continue to Investigate Motel Killing Allegedly Linked to PsiProtect Scandal Solarian Department of Commerce Launches Investigation into Zeng-Hu Under Special Authority Zeng-Hu Stocks Dive as Scandal Continues

First Dominian Troops Arrive on Lycoris LYDEN, LYCORIS (GST) - A spokesperson for the Department of Defense has confirmed the arrival, as of earlier today, of the first troops from the Empire of Dominia to assist with peacekeeping efforts on Lycoris. Our reporter on the planet, Le Quynh Cong, provided the following report to the ANN. PLAY? >YES< NO Further Reading: Dominian Heir Conducts Whirlwind Tour of Tundra Planet Tau Ceti More Reliant on Mercenaries to Remain Stable OPINION: ATLAS in Memory and History

Army Announces Procurement of Solarian Laser Defense System JINXIANG, MOROZ (GST) - Following a recent accord with Solarian military development companies by the Imperial Army, the Solarian-produced anti-laser system known as the Energistics Ablative Countermeasure System, or EACS, has been licensed for use by the army and production by the Morozian Interstellar Armaments Conglomerate. Describing EACS as, “both a valuable tool for our military and a kind gift from our allies in the Alliance," Lady Dr. Eliza Volvalaad, Chief Commissioner of His Majesty’s Imperial Military, advised she was, “very pleased,” with the acquisition, particularly in the face of growing Elyran threats against the Spur. “This system will allow our vehicles to better engage in combat against the Elyran threat and their multitude of energy weapons. We would be neglectful in our duties to the military as a procurement office if we did not pursue all possible measures to protect our citizens against the growing Elyran menace to the Spur.” EACS is a system of plates attached to a vehicle's armor which allow for the energy of a laser weapon’s shot to be absorbed and dissipated away from the vehicle and its crew. It was used by Solarian forces during their civil war to great effect and has long been an item of interest to the military, which currently relies on liquid nitrogen smoke projectors to disrupt and dissipate energy weaponry. With the Elyran menace already attempting to seize border worlds, MIAC has advised equipping vehicles with EACS is its, “highest priority as a corporation.” Further Reading: Caria Lodges Protest with Elyra Over Illegal Merchant Vessel Seizure Piracy Continues in Coalition’s South Fleet, Solarian Navy to Hold Joint Anti-Piracy Maneuvers

Consultative Assembly Special Committee Discusses Alleged Corporate Piracy in Southern Spur NOUVELLE-ROCHELLE, XANU (GST) - With survivors of the critically damaged Coalition-aligned refueling station Makris rescued by the Xanan 33rd Expeditionary Fleet having told authorities their station was attacked by a corporate vessel affiliated with the Republic of Biesel, the Consultative Assembly decision to hold an emergency session— the first of its kind since 2465 — to discuss the matter with corporate authorities has been widely praised throughout the Coalition. These allegations mark another blow to megacorporations in the Coalition on the heels of earlier revelations about Zeng-Hu’s testing practices and attacks against Hephaestus’ holdings. Anton Riviera, a lawyer employed by the Stellar Corporate Conglomerate (SCC), represented the cartel before the special committee. While the committee has yet to release its findings, recordings broadcast live by the XNS from its hearing earlier today has painted a contentious picture about the fate of the Makris. Testimony provided by multiple witnesses from the station indicated, shortly after most vessels left the station, a SCC vessel nearby engaged an independent vessel, which suffered a catastrophic reactor detonation, before boarding the station and engaging in a running gunfight with its crew. Myung Park, a maintenance technician aboard the station, advised he heard meltdown alarms shortly after the boarding shuttle departed, followed by, “a tremendous bang,” as the Makris lost central power. Nearby independent vessels and AXSF ships engaged in rescue efforts over the following days. Mr. Riviera called the allegations made by Makris crew, “blatantly misleading,” and advised the SCC vessel’s onboard data recorder indicated it had been fired upon by the Makris and its defensive vessel when approaching to purchase fuel. A Makris crew member with a bandaged face was recorded standing and yelling, “liar,” at Mr. Riviera as he spoke. Mr. Riviera indicated vessel security forces boarded the station to disable its weapons systems and escape the system without causing further damage to the Makris, and stated the SCC vessel’s recorder indicated the Makris’ crew had unintentionally overloaded their reactor through extensive weapons usage. Describing the incident as an, “unfortunate accident,” Mr. Riviera praised nearby ships and the AXSF for rescuing stranded crew the SCC vessel was unable to render aid to due to damage. Representative Jean-Marie Dumont (PDP-FN) questioned Mr. Riviera about a second alleged attack by a corporate vessel in the southern Coalition, to which Mr. Riviera advised he had, “no knowledge of such an incident,” but advised the SCC would cooperate fully with relevant national authorities. Rep. Fahmida Ghose (IXP-KH) asked if Mr. Riviera had any comment on ongoing issues surrounding a Zeng-Hu Pharmaceuticals drug testing scandal, to which he responded by stating he had no comment about the incident. Rep. Ghose responded by asking if Mr. Riviera had any interest in explaining to Xanans why the SCC had allowed Zeng-Hu to, “murder thousands of Coalition citizens through neglect,” at which point committee chair Rep. Albert Singh (FL-NR) adjourned the meeting. Further Reading: Ministry of Defense: Xanan Expeditionary Force Having “Stabilizing Effect” in Southern Coalition Controversial Author Ozias Terzis Detained for Breaching Police Cordon at Zeng-Hu Headquarters IXP to Hold Anti-Conglomerate Rally in Pataliputra

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AXPSO: Fuel Smuggling Ring Involved Weapon, Military Hardware Trafficking to Southern Coalition PATALIPUTRA, XANU (GST) - With the eyes of the nation focused on a growing criminal scandal in Pataliputra’s dockyards, the All-Xanu Public Security Office has announced a new and unsettling development in the criminal investigation. Checked by AXPSO and local officials of multiple National Militia facilities in the Bamhda District of Pataliputra hage revealed, “unacceptable discrepancies,” between reported stocks of weapons and equipment and the numbers discovered in the warehouses, according to an AXPSO inspector who spoke with the XNS on condition of anonymity. Several Militia officers are allegedly under investigation for involvement in a scheme to trade weapons for phoron to the unknown actor or actors involved in the fuel smuggling plot. Spokespersons for the AXPSO and the National Militia’s Office of Criminal Investigations advised they are unable to comment on active cases but consider the matter of alleged weapons trafficking, “extremely serious,” particularly in the wake of Assunzionii authorities discovering several Xanu-produced weapons during a recent organized crime investigation. Several port officials have been arrested in connection with the alleged crimes, but no details have been announced about who or what shipped the fuel to Xanu. Where the fuel comes from has turned into a topic of discussion for many Xanans and Coalitioners. A theory proposed by several individuals familiar with phoronic shipping have suggested the fuel may originate from the ERCSS Ghawar, an Elyran-flagged phoron supertanker missing for several months. The Republic of Elyra did not respond to a request to comment on the theory and the vessel’s operators declined to comment, citing currently ongoing investigations by the Elyran government and their insurance providers. Further Reading: Representative Marie Chatterjee Criticizes, “Damages to Shipping,” Caused by AXPSO-Related Shutdowns Assunzione: Southern Coalition Facing “Very Serious” Challenges Solarian Government Continues Anti-Corruption Investigations

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Sankt Frederick Reports Agricultural Industry “On Track” to Surpass Pre-Civil War Levels ROSENHAFEN, SANKT FREDERICK (GST) - Following a major economic downturn during the Civil War, prospects for Sankt Frederick’s agricultural sector — its largest by planetary domestic production— are on track to surpass prewar levels according to the Southern Reconstruction Mandate. From 2462 until 2465 production levels remained well below 2461’s peak levels, according to the Department of Commerce’s estimates for regional output during the Civil War (2462-65). The stabilization of its warp gate route to the Sol System, and a dramatic increase in the demand for food following the reintegration of the Northern Reaches, are reported to be major factors behind the planet’s economic upturn. But with a return to prewar levels of prosperity have come renewed calls for some wartime migrants to return to their homes and leave the agrarian planet’s small towns and cities, which have faced overcrowding and a shortage of funding compared to the more devastated Northern Reaches. Overcrowding has also driven down salaries of Fredericker workers, who have been increasingly forced to compete with refugees for employment in the planet’s agriculture-centric industries. Ingrid Seidel, a farmer in Marienthal County, known for its exported stouts, described the situation as, “regrettable,” but advised she would prefer for most of the civil war-era migrants to return home. “We’ve been more than obliging to the refugees over the past half-decade. We opened our doors for them, fed them, employed them. But we’re not Ganymede – we can only do so much with what we have, and how are we supposed to send our children to school or go to the hospital when our infrastructure hasn’t adapted to having so many people here? The civil war’s over and San Colette’s already sent their refugees back: it’s time we went ours back too.” Senator Albrecht Veidt (SPP-SF), one of the planet’s senators, was recently officially censured by the SPP for comments made about the refugee situation on Sankt Frederick, where the senator referred to them as, “ungrateful parasites,” who, “should have been dealt with when the civil war ended!” Sen. Anastasie Renaud (SPDP-CAL) described Sen. Veidt’s comments as, “abhorrent,” and, “against everything the Alliance stands for.” Further Reading: Fire in the South: Coalition Faces Continued Unrest, Piracy DOD: Empire of Dominia’s Military Expedition to Arrive on Lycoris “Very Soon” Pan Solarian to Cut Southern Coalition Flights Until Regional Military Operation Ends

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