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The Zotkin Ultimatum
Topic Started: Nov 8 2011, 02:51 AM (311 Views)
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Chernovian News
 
77AE

ALEXANDROVSK - President Alexander Zotkin made a public statement today regarding the diplomatic crises and pressure from other nations on Chernovia to hold immediate referendums while the nation is still in a state of war. The president ferociously spoke out against Graanid, Saltorra and Berovnia and he applauded the Kingdom of Quen'Tharam for their courage to publically support our country. Zotkin expressed his wish to open diplomatic relations with the Kingdom of Quen'Tharam, for they are a ''country with balls of steel'' as the president complimented the attitude of the kingdom.

In a statement on television, Zotkin not only addressed the Chernovian people but the entire international community:

Let me be clear for once and for all. Two weeks before the elections: eruptions of violence occur throughout the capital - violence initiated by the so-called Red Guards and the Nashists. Both totalitarian movements who seek to exploit democracy to establish their totalitarian rule. 12 days before the elections: Igor Fedorchukov, leader of the Communists is leading the polls. 11 days before the elections: the security council perceives a communist victory - a victory of anti-democratic movements - a threat to democracy. To protect the democracy against itself, the security council under my lead temporarily suspends the elections. 1 day later: Red Guards and Nashists take up arms against the authorities, an urban guerilla develops. Chernovia soon enters a state of civil war.

Whilst I understand the initial international concern regarding human rights, the critics [Graanid, Berovnia, Saltorra] have been consistently using false arguments in an attempt to manipulate our internal politics and in an attempt to undermine our sovereignty.

First of all: the demand to hold free elections immediately. If the governments that demand these meassures are truly supporters of democracy... they should ... they really should understand that holding elections in the middle of chaos and political violence is asking for more trouble. How fair will the elections be if rebel armies are out there shooting at political opponents? A responsible government would not host serious elections under civil war conditions. Elections, genuine elections, can only be held in a country where safety can be guaranteed by the authorities. Therefore I am in no way obliged to hold elections immediately, I will hold elections by the end of this year. But elections we will have, so on that point - the foreign imperialists have nothing to complain.

Second of all, the country criticizing us the most is Graanid. Not only did they offend us publically by suggesting that we are a backwarded country that needs international supervision, Graanid itself has annexed a territory (Takaanis) which is bigger than their own just a few years ago! With military force Graanid brutally conquered Takaanis and annexed the land for economic motives. Referendums were never held in Takaanis. Where were the democratic principles of Graanid then? Graanid is not as holy as they pretend to be. In fact they are thieves. I spit on the government of Graanid.

They have, without legitimate reasons, frozen our economic assets. We offered them a way out - they rejected it and now we have frozen all Graanid assets. Graanid has stolen Chernovian property. Graanid has violently annexed a neighbouring country and they try to manipulate our domestic politics. I have never met such an imperialistic nation in my entire life... and I'm pretty old although you obviously can't see it.

I protected my country and it's democracy against itself: I prevented totalitarianism from getting elected! And all I got was Graanid trying to take advantage of the situation and stealing our property. It's Graanid that should be under international pressure! Not Chernovia!

I guarantee that every nation joining Graanid's ridiculous path of theft and imperialism against Chernovia will regret it. Chernovia has broken all diplomatic ties with Graanid, and they will not be restored until Graanid releases our economic assets. If Graanid refuses to release our assets too long, I guarantee, that Chernovia will come to Graanid and take what belongs to us, by force.

Chernovia warns all other nations not to join sides with Graanid over this issue. We make an appeal to reason. I call upon all leaders of Renatia to look at the facts and recognize that Graanid is the agressor in this case, just like in the case of the annexation of Takaanis.

Chernovia will impose a full trade embargo on Graanid if Chernovian assets are not freed in 24 hours. If a trade embargo has to be imposed, all people with Graanid passports will no longer be welcome in the Chernovian Federation and will be shipped back to their imperialist motherland where they belong. Chernovia will never take someone else's land like Graanid did, but Chernovia defends itself always to the death. Let that be clear to the world.

I will not let my country or my people be treated and humiliated this way. Graanid's had its chance to solve this in a nice way. Now there is no way back anymore. Stand down or I will personally see to it that Graanid will regret the day that they betrayed my Motherland.


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T-22 Hours - SIC

When the news broke, it took an hour to reach Lothan Marphals desk, and another to get the Executive Together, along with some of the related Directors.

Lothan began the meeting.

"Thank you gentlemen for coming to this urgent meeting. I've given you time to read Zotkins speech. What do you think?" He looked at Rolkin Mas, as this was his specialty.

"It is a three tiered political assault. First, it discredits Graanid, asking other nations to question their relations with us and our integrity as a state. Second, it condemns us as Aggressors. Third, it warns them to stay out of the way when they assault."

"When? That was more an if than a when." Thobold said, shocked.

"He said he would get the assets by force if we take too long. And how would they enforce an embargo that harms them more than us? This is more a promise of military force than a warning. They know that we would not release their assets unless they release ours, and even if we release theirs they would likely liquidate ours AND theirs, leaving us offended and without leverage."

"I was going to mention that." Lothan said. "We can't release their assets without showing domestic investors that our government is weak. The only course of action here is to put our money where our mouth is, if you'll forgive the expression. We're riding the tiger, lets grab it by the ears."

"Zotkin has consolidated power and is issuing threats." Rolkin said. "We need to get some gears turning."

"What do we need to do?" Thobold wasn't being very helpful.

"First, we need to mobilize all troops, and get an Immediate Draft of What takaanis citizens we can muster." He turned around, looking for an aid. "You got that?" The aid nodded. "Get this done ASAP." He said, snapping his fingers. The aid rushed out of the room. "Second, we need to issue a statement to placate the populace. Everyone is going to be spooked, and if they see that we are mobilizing they will get the picture. Lothan?"

"All ears."

"You need to release a statement that uses many words to not say very much. Calm the people, tell Zotkin you're working on it. You have speechwriters, yes?"

"Yes."

"Get them on it. How soon can you have it?"

"I don't know." He turned to an aid. "How long?"

"3 Hours sir."

"Halve it and we're good. Tell my writers please."

Another aid rushed out of the room.

Rolkin continued, clearly a man in his element. "Next, we need to contact our military friends. We have only clear indications of help from Hyperborea and Gebeta, we need to reach out to them with UTMOST secrecy. and complete urgency. Berovnia might be able to assist, but we can't rely on them since they have insulted the Quen'Tharem and that would likely tie them up."

Lothan and Rolkin glanced at yet another aid, who wordlessly nodded and rushed out of the room.

"How long before these preliminary stages are complete?"

"Mobilization will take the longest of these. The Draft will not be complete in 24 hours, but it will be begun. You need to give your speech as soon as possible and we need to get those communique's out as well. Response time is variable."

"Alright." Lothan said. "Gents, we're at a crossroads. If we come out of this on top, the world will be our oyster. This is our moment. Lets act swiftly, decisively, and may the Gods smile upon us."

Everyone nodded, and wordlessly left, knowing the importance of what they must do.

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SIC: URGENT HIGH PRIORITY COMMUNIQUE TO HYPBERBOREA
 

To: Archon Erik de Tyrgard
From: Graan Lothan Marphal

Mr. Tyrgard,

I regret that I have not communicated with you prior to this point. I send this message with another humble request for information, if not assistance. I understand that Graanid has relied heavily on your people recently, and I promise that, whether you agree on this instance or not, our debts will be repaid--with interest!

I seek your help on the subject of the Chernovian Issue. They have issued a clear and direct threat to Graanid, and we are currently pursuing many options in the next 24 hours to avert crisis. However, we note with optimism that you have deployed security forces in your sphere of influence.

I would like to know what actions, if any, you could or would take if (and this is a significant "If") Chernovia issued a declaration of War against Graanid; and if none what might be done to convince you to intervene on our behalf.

I regret that I must come to you under such dire circumstances, but I thank you in advance for any and all assistance you can provide.

Humbly Yours,
-Lothan Marphal


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SIC: URGENT HIGH PRIORITY COMMUNIQUE TO GEBETA
 

To: President Rip van Winkel
From: Graan Lothan Marphal

Mr. van Winkel,

I understand that you provided assistance to our cause during our crisis with Tarkanea a year ago. I appreciate your efforts, and unfortunately must make another request of you, if it falls within the scope of your policy.

Graanid presently finds itself under the scrutiny of Chernovia, with the possibility of war. While you have prudently remained silent on the subject, I am requesting clarification. If push comes to shove, and violence breaks out, Can Graanid count on continued Gebetan military support?

I regret that I have not repaid you for your honorable service alongside Graanid Troops before I have another request. I promise, if you can help us, we will repay you in full.

Humbly Yours,
-Lothan Marphal


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Excerpt of Lothan Marphal's Speech
 


[...]Today we find Chernovia has acted as one might expect: With anger and rage against those who criticize their regime. They have given us a 24 hour ultimatum. Do not fear! Our government is pursuing many peaceful options, and we are continuing peaceful negotiations with Chernovia. We are doing everything in our power to soothe Mr. Zotkins concerns, and if we stand strong together as a state we can endure any situation, whether Zotkin remains a rational negotiator or not.

To the international community, I urge calm and a time of reflection as we let passions die down. It is easy to become caught in the moment when international intrigue grips our states. We welcome any and all criticism, support, and questions, and I will not rest until the 24 hours are up and a peaceful resolution is reached. [...]


T-15

[edited to soften military talk]
Edited by Epsilon, Nov 8 2011, 03:16 AM.
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SIC: ENCRYPTED COMMUNIQUE TO GRAANID
 
TO: Graan Lothan Marphal
FROM: Erik de Tyrgard, Archon of the Hyperborean Federation

Graan Marphal,

I am currently negotiating with President Zotkin to allow Hyperborean mediation in the Chernovian internal crisis. The current trend towards military conflict is unacceptable to the Federation's security interests, so it has become necessary for us to intervene. I have asked that the Chernovian ultimatum towards Graanid be dropped as a precondition to Hyperborean involvement, and offered to assist in the re-normalization of Chernovian-Graanid relations.

By now you must certainly be mobilizing troops to meet the possibility of conflict. My advice would be to not halt these mobilizations; however, in return I must ask that you take absolutely no other actions that could further escalate the situation.

There is a distinct probability that a joint Hyperborean-Chernovian-Graanisian conference may be held in the near future to iron out all disagreements - however, I cannot at this time promise anything on that subject. It is likely that Chernovia's internal situation will have to be normalized before this takes place, and at present I have no predictions as to how long or successful a process that will be. Rest assured, however, that I and my diplomatic staff will do everything in our power to prevent the Chernovian crisis from spilling out any further than it already has.

Yours,
Erik de Tyrgard, Archon of the Hyperborean Federation
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From Gebeta Whermacht HQ Bensa
To Graan Lothan Marphal

Field Marschal Rommel will be redeployed to your nation, as he has proven capable during the crisis. Along with him will be a advance JSF Element. Expect the JSF arrival soon and then followed by Rommel and his Recon forces. His forces will include 10 Abrams.
Air Assets will be as follows.
4 Un specified JSF units. Two Drones.

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Archon Tyrgard,

We will agree to the terms you have outlined. No further steps will be taken against Chernovia pending negotiations. Thank you for your swift intervention.

-Lothan Marphal

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((OOC: Sorry for the light/late reply. All this kinda got away from me! I'll be back into the swing of things soon enough.))
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Gebeta Whermacht HQ Bensa,

Your JSF and Recon Units will be attached to 1st Division, III Corps, in Sabaal. Thank you for your assistance, we cannot express our appreciation enough.

-Lothan Marphal


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SIC: INFANTRY DEPLOYMENTS
(the navy can be assumed to be patrolling)

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Legend:
1.X -> "1" signifies Corps; "X" signifies Division. These are Armed Services Commission deployments.
pi -> "p" signifies Phinnean VDM corps, i signifies the VDM division.
JSF -> Gebetan JSF Element, + Rommels Recon unit. Attached to 1.III


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