Gérald Laurent

The German Minister of Finance and Monetary Council passed a resolution on August 29th Ceasing all German development in Rekishtein. All German Companies can no longer invest and trade in Rekishtein in fear that it will lead to a futher Economic downfall in Europe. Arch Duke Jæger said that he was prepared to help out the Rekishtein Economy, however, called on their government to do more and stop playing politics with its economy. It is no longer about Rekishtein's internal affairs, this is now about the stability of the European Economies and Global Economies.

The Vital port in Asia was a key strategic port for the German Navy and the German Asian Pivot. Lying in the straight of Malacca, the Port Houses the German 7th Fleet and the SMDS Merkel Aircraft Carrier. After the fall of the Central Government in Singapore, the German Armed Forces assisted Singaporean Police and Special Forces in maintaining administration. The German Army's Mandate in Singapore was ending by November. As Military prepares to overhaul its previous army structure the 81st Rumänisch Mechanized Brigade was to join the rest of its 4th Armee Division in Dresden. The Joint Chiefs could not risk the city falling into any foreign power's hands. The German Royal Marines, however, were making a push into Jungle and Tropic warfare. The 5th Marine Division's Royal Niederländer Marine Infantry Brigade and 5th Marine Infantry Brigade were going to be deployed to Indonesia as part of Operation Green Baker in Military Training with the Indonesian Government. However, the German Joint Chiefs decided that it would be cost effective to have the Royal Marines host the drills in Singapore. Roughly 7,000 German Royal Marines and 5,000 Indonesian Marines will partake in Operation Yellow Fever. In survival skills in the Jungles. The Singapore Royal Police would also join the Armed Forces of Germany and Indonesia in counter-terrorism and drug enforcement. Colonel Holden of the Royal Marine Corps decided that 5th Marine Division's Infantry Elements would remain in Singapore after the drills. 7 Knightmares would also be stationed in the event foreign nations interfered with German Interests in Singapore. The Airport in Singapore was now fully operational allowing an easier transition for the German Army to withdraw from Singapore.

In Wintery's Capital. Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia and King Ericson inspected the Wintery Honor Guard as The Arch Duke arrived to attend the closing of the Joint-Military Drills. Arch Duke Jægerr and King Ericson also held a roundtable meeting inside the Royal Palace. Although little is known of their discussions the two men seem to be very happy today. The German 2nd Armee Corp and Wintery 3rd Army Division stood at attention in the great field. Journalists and some pedestrians watched from behind police barricades as The King and Arch Duke stood at the podium with Military Officers. The King stood a the Podium making brief remarks. ""It is good to know despite what Germany has gone through, we were able to help build our bonds and our militaries so that in the future we can work together to take down any threat." Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia spoke from his Podium. “In Germany we have a term. Bruderschaft, or as people in Wintery call it, Brotherhood. Germany has few friends remaining in such a violate world. While the new World Order rises against us, we remember a time when the desperate pleas by Angela Merkel were met by aid and salvation by Wintery. When Emperor Frederick the Great made a defiant stand against our enemy at the Battle of Brunswick. Our Wintery brothers stood shoulder to shoulder, in the mud and rain. Unhinged by bullets or death, they stood. Like the many Germanys the stood before us, a common ally we had regardless of values and ideology was Wintery. That is what I feel right now, standing next to King Ericsson who I have known since he was Prince Ericsson. I feel a sense of Brotherhood. It is with this Brotherhood I am very honored to announce the German-Wintery Strategic Defense Accords. Detailing future Military exercises and the guarantee of Mutual Defense. If the very unfortunate were to happen, we hope Wintery will rest assured Germany will stand shoulder to shoulder with our Brothers. And we have no doubt that Wintery will too stand shoulder to shoulder as they have in the past." The Strategic Defense Accords detailed the Mutual Defense of Germany and Wintery, continued Military Support, Logistical Support, Tactical Information Relay, Strategic Cyber Defense, Strategic Naval Partnership, and Strategic Aerial Surveillance Partnership.

In Germany, the pressure on the Government to reinstate Democratic Values has greatly increased over the years. Under Arch Duke Jæger, the calls for greater autonomy and self-determination have risen amongst the people. Although the Euro-Britannian Council and Council of Elders were unwilling to relinquish their great power to the People. Public Pressure soon turned into possible conflict. The Arch Duke was willing to compromise on reforming the Nationalversammlung and Senat of the Old Federation. However, he knew that giving into public pressure would result in further chaos. He would need to strengthen his supporters and followers. While many in the Nederlands and Northern Germany supported the Arch Duke and Britannia. Southern Germany was a continued nuisance of the Old Federation. One place where reform was needed and highly requested was the Armed Forces. Back in the early days of the Britannia take over. The Military was renamed to the Colonial Armed Forces, in conjunction with every other Britannia Colony. However as Britannia rules slowly diminished and greater autonomy was given. The Colonial Armed Forces were a sheer fabric of the Britannian Colony. The Arch Duke had a personal investment in the Armed Forces. The flaws of the previous German Governments were a lack of decisiveness and military might, but the Army had felt that the Royal Britannia Armed Forces had a stench of superiority. The Euro-Britannian Council reluctantly renamed the Colonial Armed Forces to the Königliche Deutsche Streitkräfte. The Joint Chiefs and members of the Colonial Armed Forces called it a major victory for autonomy of the Armed Forces. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs said that although the Armed Forces still serve The Homeland and Fatherland, it is a sign of integrity and heritage that will strengthen the kinship of our Armed Forces. I thank the Euro-Britannia Council for approving this rebranding. Overall, it is expected to cost 600,000 Kronens to rebrand and rename equipment and other places such as Websites, Embassies, Consulates, Recruitment Posts, and International Military Standards. The Königliche Deutsche Streitkräfte is also set to retire the Sunderland from the Royal Nightmare Wing of the Royal Air Force. Although there are not set dates, a Defense Spokeswomen said that plans were emplaced and that the Joint Chiefs will discuss a cost effective program to replace the German Knightmares. The His Majesty Royal Navy is also set to acquire a third Aircraft Carrier to it’s fleet. The Defense Spokesman said that the plans were emplaced back in 2004 during the Bundesreich’s Naval Advancement Program. The Charles Class Carrier is a 100,000 ton steel carrier. The Charles Class is expected to replace the Merkel Class Carrier. The SMDS Victory (a Victory Class Carrier) The SMDS Merkel (a Vengeance Class-Carrier) are the current two Aircraft Carriers of the Royal Armed Forces. Playing a pivotal role in Germanys Foreign Interventions and Foreign Policy. The SMDS Frederick the Great is to be completed by December 2017. The Carrier will be able to hold 90 Fighters, 3 Helicopters, and has a crew size of roughly 2,800 sailors. The Navy’s LSW Program has expanded to a total of 27 Ships. Finally the Chandler-Class Missile Cruiser replace the Reinhardt-Class Missile Cruiser. While the Royal Marine Corps is expected to remain the same, it is going to expand its aerial wing. Using funds from the 2016 Defense Budget, the Royal Marine Corps will add 12 Ospreys to it’s already 20 Arsenal and 24 Blackbeards. Marine Spokesmen said that the plans to modernize the aerial wing go the Marine Corps are to keep the Marine Doctrine active and compatible. The Bradley IFV was also purchased from Bradley Military Complex. Although the German Puma is far more superior the Bradley is quicker and faster. As well as being refined from The US’s war in the middle east. The Modernization is expected to cost over 1.3 Trillion Kronens, over the next 5 years. The Old equipment and ships are expected to be sold to foreign nations. As well as part of the German Militaries Foreign Aid budget. However, most are expected to be sold for scrap or dismantled to be reused. Speaking at the Dresden National War College, Duchess Katherine spoke to the rising class of the 2018. “It is lighting to see many new faces, every year I attend the Ceremony starting the School Year and every year there are more and more students. The Fatherland needs good officers like yourselves. While in the heat of battle, your training and your wit will save you. Not some fancy weapon or some fancy technology. Germany has had along tradition of warriors, and the valor of dutchmen and honor of the Singaporeans. While we identify as various ethnic groups, in the armed forces we are all soldiers of the Fatherland. To that, I bid you a hopeful and successful school year. May you rise as Germanys Finest, and led your brothers and sisters into combat with intellect and determination.

Arabia, The Holy Britannian Colony After the devastating attacks in Europe by the Zodiac. The Chemical attacks on France and Evenstar, and even the assassination of countless Ambassadors, Diplomats, Caretakers and The Prussian Emperor. Measures by all nations were taken to destroy Zodiac. Now, in a time where the world is ever more divided. Zodiac was preparing to strike Europe and Britannia once again. Zodiac Leaders in Arabia were being dismantled, however after the fall of France, lack of leadership within the EU, and a global withdrawal by Evenstar. Zodiac was able to gain a foothold in Europe. However, in Arabia, the Zodiac was able to put a final resistance against the Britannian Rule. In Dresden, Members of the Zodiac International infiltrated the 5th Marine Divisions' base in Fort Louisiana. The Zodiac quickly overran the Military Hospital inside the Base. Lacing all entries with explosives and an unknown chemical agent. The Hospital was barricaded and heavily fortified. Several attempts by Germanies finest, the Army Ranger Wing were fatally unsuccessful. Over 34 were killed, and at least 3 hostages. The Arch Duke decided it was time to see if Rainbow was up to the task. In The Britannian Colony of Arabia. Zodiac Forces continued their insurgency against Britannian Soldiers. Arabian Colonial Militia bore the brunt of the Insurgency. Fighting in relatively peaceful sites in Arabia erupted as Colonial Militia attempted to batter the insurgency. Colonial Militias, however, were unable to penetrate their lines. Emperor LelouchViBritannia picked up the phone. He was not going to let another terror attack happen. After the Chemical Attacks in Europe, it was time to stop feeling remorse and start feeling satisfied with results. He called his good friend in Germany, green lighting Rainbow's second operation. The Arch Duke was happy to comply, and also revealed what had happened in Dresden. Lelouch looked stern, perhaps Zodiac was making a comeback. One he would not allow. Director Six. This is The Arch Duke. It is time for Rainbow to crack the Dawn. Charlie, we will hunt down the Insurgents in Arabia. Bravo will head to Dresden and take down the Zodiac inside the Hospital. Yes, Arch Duke. Rainbow is ready for any threat. In Fort Milicent, The Rainbow Unit assembled. Rainbow was a highly classified elite counter-terrorism team. Rainbow consisted of 5 Member States; The German-Britannia, The Holy Britannian Empire, The Kingdom of Wintery, Imperial Republic of Hungadada, and the Greater Meta Board. Together, the world's best Special Forces form Rainbow. The German Rainbow Project outfitted all members of Rainbow with the latest and high-quality weapons, gadgets, and armor. Charlie Team Jackal (German GROM) Toxaris (Meta DCP) Spectre (Meta DCP) Frost (JTF2) Twitch (JTF2) The Team arrived in Arabia. Departing near the border, they used civilian transport to get inside the conflict zone. Frost would be leading the team with extensive knowledge of her homeland and Britannia's colony. They began hunting down the Insurgents. Jackals Headgear, Toxaris' Marksmanship, Spectre's silent lethality, Frost's brutal traps, and Twitch's shock drone made them the perfect hunting squadron. One by one they picked off the Insurgents. By Dawn, Arabia's outskirts were cleared of Zodiac International. Bravo Team Blitz (German Royal Marine Kommandos) Echo (German Armee-Ranger-Flügel ) Solaris (Meta ISS) Vision (HIS) Savior (HIS) In Dresden, Bravo Squad had made it to the perimeter. Echo and Blitz moved inside the lower flowers. With the Volke Drone, Echo was able to disrupt the Perimeter Guards. Vision quickly accessed the Cameras and Electronics inside the Hospital. After Vision fished through the feed, they located the remaining 8 Hostiles. All inside the main building. Blitz, Solaris, and Savior cleared the floors moving towards the top of the building. Meanwhile, Echo and Vision were monitoring the situation. Inside, Blitz and Solaris breached the door, tossing in Flashes and Using Blitz's modified shield they smashed through the inner gate. On the comm link you could hear, 4 hostiles remaining, 2 hostiles remaining, Hostages in sight. The ringleader, however, was holding Doctor Kenndel hostage. With a gun pointed to her head, the team stood their ground. Waiting for him to make a move. "Listen! You will all leave, you will send me a helicopter unmarked with free passage or I will blow her head off." The man seemed to panic, not knowing what to do. Blitz put down his shield, tossing his gun aside. Behind him, Solaris silently walked into cover. "Listen, Friend, let's put the gu...." "SHUT UP! DON'T TELL ME WHAT TO DO!" He raised his weapon in a provocative way The Volke Drone was in position. "Blitz, Ready" "Fire" Before the man could react, the Volke Drone shot a supersonic burst. Disoriented, Blitz ran up and tackled him. "Center, this is Blitz. All targets killed, 1 captured, 3 hostages rescued. Rainbow pulling out. As The German Army rushed in to rescue the hostages, The Team slipped away, with their Prisoner they returned to Fort Milicent and were preparing to transfer The Prisoner to the Rainbow Center in Berlin. The Director gripped the railings, a smile belowed on her face. "Rainbow is here, and we are here to stay" The Other Operators cheered as both operations were succesful with no fatalities.

The Euro-Britannian Council agreed unanimously that Colonial Troops would withdraw from the Ottoman Empire. Over 5,000 Colonial Troops are stationed in Incirlik Airbase in Incirlik, Turkey. The Airbase was the hub of Allied Bombing campaigns against The Democratic Rebellion. Over 300 aircraft also departed from Incirlik. Arch Duke Jæger met troops at the Airbase before heading to Wintery to inspect the closing ceremony of German-Wintery Drills. Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia congratulated the Commanders of the Colonial Expeditionary Force, and praised the resolve and morale of the Colonial Expeditionary Force. The Colonial Armed Forces have already fought 4 wars in the name of their Fatherland and Homeland. I am honored and proud to stand as Arch Duke of German-Britannia. The Euro-Britannia Council, The Joint Chiefs, Myself, and the people of German-Britannia thank you for your service and sacrifice. The time of German interventions in and across the world may be dwindling, but it is prepared for any conflict and challenged thanks to soldiers like you. General of The Colonial Expeditionary Forces to The Socialist Ottoman Empire said that while Colonial Troops would be withdrawing all of its Combat Force. The German Air Special Operations Group has already left Cyprus and is beginning to dismantle the Airbase in Incirlik. While the Colonial Expeditionary Force has no current plans to hand over its base, any further agreement between The Euro-Britannia Council, Arch Duke Jæger and the Sultan of The Socialist Ottoman Empire. The Euro-Britannian Monetary Council estimated that the war costed the Colonial Armed Forces 7,125,000 Deutsches Kronens a day for airstrikes. Economic Minister Jefferson told reporters that the Arch Duke is in talks to discuss if and how the Ottomans will pay for the German Debt during the war. The Euro-Britannia Council called on The Sultan to pay to the price of German-Britannian Aide to the Ottomans and the blood shed by German-Britannian Soldiers.

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Ministry of Defense Spokesperson, While we will not share a lot of detail. As the public video has shown, the ADS is not as heavy as it seems and can be placed on any surface. Secondly, even if a soldier is weighed down by the shield, it is only specialists who may have them. As such, when 1 or 2 members of a squad are armed with it, they can breach a certain location stay put and provide cover fire without fearing a mortal hit to the head. Director Six, We are honored to host Emperor Lelouch Vi Britannia at our research headquarters in Berlin. We hope our other non-released weaponry and gadgets will catch the eye of the Emperor and perhaps see development in the Homeland to strengthen the Armed Forces.

In a recent update, Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia released the designs to their ally in Wintery. General Bishop of the Colonial Far East Forces said the move brings Wintery and Germany closer. While the news was kept from the public, the German General was able to obtain records of the Projects shared with Wintery. While they are still in development phase inside Germany, the Director of Military Research Allen Campbell expects it to speed up the process by 24%. Project Soviet is a Cluster Charge with launches 3 40mm HE Grenades into any confined Space. The weapon allows operators to clear out dense rooms packed with hostiles without injuring the operator. It is not recommended for capturing and freeing Hostages. Project Titan is a modified Breaching Weapon, useful to destroy obstacles. With a 40mm breaching round, it can penetrate almost every surface including concrete barriers. Project Health is a Pistol that can help bring a downed operative and soldier and give them a short adrenaline rush until they can get medical attention from a proper medical officer. The Stim Pistol as they call it can revive any soldier that is down. While its effects are depleted quickly, it can help operators stay on their feet. The Royal Army Medical Corp is set to test out this weapon this week to see if it can actually aid soldiers.

German Ambassador to The Nova Government While Project Rainbow is still an ongoing and highly classified Project. The Arch Duke has no intention of giving away the new designs to The Nova Government or their ally of Panama and MoGcorp. Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia said that the Project is restricted to select allies and friends.

The Arch Duke was delighted to hear about The Meta Board's interests in the Project. Naturally, as an ally and old friend of Prince Hunter, the Arch Duke was more than happy to send designs and prototypes of new projects to The Meta Board Leader Featherine. While Director Six objected the Idea of sharing primitive designs of the Projects, the Arch Duke reminded her that Friends of German-Britannia could always be trusted and would help us develop the ideas to much greater potential.

Rainbow Division, Berlin The Rainbow Division was a new Program personally formed by Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia. The Project had already beared fruit with The Active Defense System that could stop projectiles such as grenades and hand thrown armaments. The Yokai Drone that could disorient enemies and cause severe loss of motion and movement. The Rainbow Project is also working on many new protective and offensive weapons such as a glass shield that can be attached to rifles to protect Operators from a head injury. Director Six was named Director of the Program. While the majority of the Project is classified and highly secured. The Public obtained Public Records detailing the projects complete projects and were able to see a live demonstration of the ADS. Colonial Special Forces and Army Units are expected to roll out with the ADS in November.

The Colonial German Airforce and Ground Forces have announced a 3-day ceasefire with Rebel Forces. The German Expeditionary Force Commander cited that The Colonial German Military was seeking to allow humanitarian aid and food to reach civilians in Rebel strongholds. As well as allowing Germany to resupply its Airbase and bring home its dead. Some 21 German Soldiers died in The Civil War, The German Expeditionary Force confirms that an Ottoman Bomber hit an allied building wounding 4 Kommandos. The Kommandos have been making a speedy recovery and did not suffer any permanent injuries. Arch Duke Jæger De Britannia called for whatever remained of the Rebel Government to sue for peace and or offer to work diplomatically with the Ottoman Sultan to find a peaceful option.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Statement TRAVEL WARNING FOR BERLIN PRESS RELEASE In regards to the mass unrest and violent protests in Rekishtan, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is advising all German citizens to avoid traveling to the country. German citizens should not partake in any protest or demonstration and should remain clear of any protests of demonstrations. Citizens should know where they are at all times, and avoid confrontation with authorities. German citizens already in the city should monitor radio and media sources, and follow all directions from authorities. Citizens in detention by authorities should request to contact the Embassy. If you are unable to reach the German Embassy or demand to contact the Britannian Embassy. Ministry of Foreign Affairs Statement Statement in regards to Genoa PRESS RELEASE We condemn the acts of violence in Genoa. We call on the Rekishtan Government to find a mean to end the violence and prevent any further bloodshed. We also are very critical of Rekistan who fought a war against the Socialist Ottoman Empire to liberate the Ottomans while denying their own citizens in Genoa. Take in a conflict many many years agos. We call on them to hold their own international standards to themselves. The German-Britannian Arch Duke calls upon your Government and President to address the situation and mediate a conflict between The Genoian and Rekishtan Governments. The Arch Duke even offers Berlin to host the mediation.

German News Agency Will the TEA Defense Council dismantle and destroy the Nuclear Weapons held by Sweden? Secondly, Are and is The TEA Council fearful that the divisions in Sweden and the undefeated leadership of the Rebellion just going to launch a second rebellion and dismantle the new Swedish Government. And Thirdly, I am sorry for the many questions, but what does the TEA Council have in mind for the future of Sweden?