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  1. Prussia is always lurking around the corner :ph34r:
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    NUREMBERG- Military exercises will begin in Bavaria next month. This will be the first major exercise following the collapse of the Athenian Federation. Only Russia and Prussia continue to function as beacons of stability in Europe. With the risk of violence stemming from this lawlessness, the exercises will focus on rapid response scenarios from natural disasters, cyber attacks and full blown invasion of a friendly state. In addition to these exercises defense companies will be on hand to showcase their new systems for military decision-makers. Virtus International will be the favorite to develop a new anti-missile platform, but there are rumors the system has encountered several delays during the most recent trials.
  3. Imperator Azenquor - entire Russian GM team for the win.
  4. Just make it an ownership thread where we list who owns what. There's not enough of us left for there to be too many issues to deal with, so lets not make it complicated.
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    Government to Expand Armed Forces Berlin - The government has announced plans to recruit an additional 50,000 active duty personnel and nearly 100,000 new reserve personnel in the first major recruitment effort in over a decade. Defense spokesman Jens Uwe, speaking in front of the Bundestag, said the recruitment drive is part of the armed forces modernization efforts. Such efforts have already yielded tangible results for the Navy, which is currently testing two new combat ships. The Air Force, meanwhile, is currently working with allied partners on continual integration and testing of its new aircraft which began in the aftermath of the Polish war of aggression. As part of the modernization effort, currently bases are undergoing an extensive review period to determine if upgrades are needed. In some cases, it is expected that recommendations will be made to phase out existing sites in favor of newly built facilities.
  6. "Prussia is the only member of the United Nations of the group, and therefore the only nation able to vote."
  7. Prussia would like to submit a resolution for the elimination of the European seat on the Security Council, currently held by Prussia, until such a time as there are at least three nations that are eligible for election to the seat. Prussia has become almost a de facto permanent member (sans veto) due to the continual instability in the region. With both the Athenian Federation and the Greater Russian Empire looking after the well being of stateless Europeans, and permanent members of the security council, it no longer makes sense to have a rotating European seat.
  8. I am always available for such a collaboration. :awesome:
  9. It warms my cold heart to see TWIN still kicking. As always, an enjoyable read.
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    Bundestag to Debate Drug Policy BERLIN- The Bundestag will debate the nation’s drug policy following an upheaval in public opinion over marijuana use. This comes as the nation gears up for election season, and some think it is a move by the chancellor to shield his party from a potential weakness on the campaign trail. While it is possible that the Bundestag could pass progressive drug policies, it would have to do so with the support of all SPD members, and a majority of the Greens which is unlikely. The CDU, especially their more conservative members in Bavaria, will object to any measure that seeks to decriminalize current banned substances. Some major cities under SPD control have passed new policies aimed at easing drug related offense for so-called “soft” drugs such as marijuana.
  11. Prussia recognizes and welcomes her new neighbors.
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    CDU Popularity On the Rise BERLIN- In what should send shock waves through the ruling party, a new poll suggests the CDU is viewed more favorably ahead of election season. While it is still early to speculate on the political climate with another year and a half to go before elections there does seem to be a lack of a front-runner for the SPD whereas the CDU seems to be coalescing around four-five candidates. The nation's economy has done surprising well the past few months which is usually a boon to the ruling party, so what seems to be shifting favor to the opposition? Professor van Schultzfeld explains, "A popular Chancellor is stepping down, and there is not a deputy that seems to have much charisma ready to take over. Coupled with a lack of international events which could raise national pride, conflicts abroad, and the media has shifted into a cycle of crime and sensationalism which portrays the nation in a state of distress." If the SPD expects to win the next election, it had better find a charismatic figure able to promote the economic accomplishments of the last six years or faces another time in opposition.
  13. Government to Invest in Infrastructure STOCKHOLM - The Riksdag has allocated a billion and a half kronor to infrastructure projects following a better than expected first quarter surplus. Railways (government owned) will benefit the most from this increase in funding as modernization efforts push to include more citizens with public transit options. As expected, the government included in the infrastructure bill a provision which will change the driving side from the left to the right hand side. This change will come into effect within the next six months, as preparation for the change has been mandated for over two years. This follows an extensive study by the nation's transit authority which concluded that continuing to drive on the left hand side would be detrimental to the nation's economy as the vast majority of her neighbors, with the exception of the British isles, drives on the right.
  14. Cheers all, my benevolent orderliness shall sweep through these lands.
  15. I would prefer a navy blue, if possible. Also, it looks like Greenland and Iceland are a different shade of my color, but I think it would be better if we go back to using stripes to show that a protectorate is being annexed. Finally, it looks like you missed marking the Svalbard archipelago as mine. Thank you for your work!
  16. Reestablishing Swedish Empire. My previously held territories were: Greenland, Norway, Finland, Sweden, the Faeroe Islands, Jan Mayen Island and the Svalbard archipelago. Of these, Greenland, the Faeroe Islands and Iceland were protectorates working towards annexation. New post for activity purposes: http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?/topic/124141-stockholm-tribune/?p=3360038
  17. Naval Exercises to take place near Greenland KARLSKRONA - The Swedish Navy has commenced large scale operations near the Greenlandic coast. These exercises will test the fleet's ability to enforce Emperor Bernadotte's protectorate over Scandinavian nations. Such exercises have become routine the last few months as the Swedish military undergoes modernization efforts championed by the nation's monarch. Following Finland's admission into the Union, a fresh wave of funding and expertise flowed to the armed forces. New research centers in Finland have born fruit in the form of specialized winter supply chain technology. This technology, which has passed all field tests thus far will enter its final stage during the navy's exercises as a special group of commandos will initiate resistance exercises in the harsh environment of Greenland.
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    Federal Police Raid Hate Groups DRESDEN- Special anti-terror units of the Prussian Federal Police launched simultaneous raids in the early morning hours across Dresden. Specifically, the raids targeted groups linked to the promotion of Nordic-Socialism, which has seen a small resurgence in popularity which experts are linking to the actions of the government of Austria. The government has confirmed thirty-five Prussians and thirteen foreign persons were arrested during the raids. The mayor of Dresden, Martin Roth, praised the actions of the police saying, “It is imperative that hate-groups understand the difference between free speech and activities that breach the law. There will be no tolerance for those that breach the law and seek to harm innocent persons.”
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    Chancellor to Step Down After Term Ends BERLIN- Chancellor Müller will not seek a third term in office he announced today in a press briefing. This comes as a shock to many, including those close to him, as his reelection gave the SPD a larger majority and a mandate for progressive actions. His third term has been relatively quiet with the economy taking much of his time and energy domestically, and terrorist incidents in the Athenian Federation internationally. A small slip of the economy several quarters ago gave his opponents the chance to harangue his refusal to take from the nation's savings. Yet, this proved a wise decision as mere days later worldwide oil prices began to fall consistently for the first time in almost a decade. With his opponents in the CDU scrambling to reorganize internally, and policy successes stacking, it is not quite known why the Mr. Müller will not continue in office. A relatively young politician, Mr. Müller is nearing fifty-four and has not had any serious health concerns. Minister for Foreign Affairs, Klaus Spreckles is is the rumored heir apparent, though differences between the Chancellor and his Minister may force the party to go with a relatively unknown candidate. One such candidate is the mayor of Breslau, Katarina Wiśniewski, who has had considerable success turning around a once outdated industrial city into a thriving center of innovation and technological expertise, especially in the nation's aerospace and arms industries. Mrs. Wiśniewski, a former engineer turned politician, has little international experience beyond that found in private industry which may prevent her from becoming too serious a candidate. With almost two years remaining in the Mr. Müller's term, there will be plenty of time for all major parties to find a candidate to present to the nation.
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    British Government Collapses... Again LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM - Instability has returned to Europe with the collapse of yet another British government. These past decades has seen the rise and fall of many governments in the British Isles. With yet another collapse of governing authority the question must be asked: Is Britain Worth Europe's Time and Money? The costs that burden the tax payers in the Athenian Federation, who now will no doubt seek to envelope the islands in a protectorate, due to additional military and diplomatic costs must be astounding. Prussia alone has spent countless man hours and millions in Marks to fund diplomatic expeditions, conferences, and interactions with and for the British people. No doubt, members of the Bundestag will demand a full explanation of how the Chancellor allowed the nation's finances to be continually drained into the black hole that is the British Isles.
  21. It's nuclear beach weather, and I'm wearing some kick @#$@ swimming trunks.
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    Lufthansa Pilots Strike COLOGNE- For the third time in as many months the pilots union for Lufthansa has called a strike over pay and benefits. The pilot's union, Vereinigung Cockpit, is pushing for pilots to retain a 60% pension with early retirement at age 55. Lufthansa contends that new pilots should not be given the ability to retain that large of a pension at such an early age, but has stated that current pilots will remain able to retire at age 55 with the current 60% pension. The company, who earlier this month announced another fall in profits over complications from union strikes, has offered to go to a government mediator if the union agrees to negotiate in good faith. Lufthansa's traditional giant status in the Prussian commercial airline industry has come under strain in recent years as low-cost carriers begin to lure customers away with prices as low as 80 Marks for round trip fares from Cologne to Breslau. This is the tenth strike Lufthansa has faced this year compared to their closest competitors one. Sources have indicated that for the time being the CEO's job is safe, but share holder pressure may force a change if the stock continues its steep decline on the Frankfurt market.
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