NationStates Jolt Archive

OOC: This is a semi-closed roleplay. It is closed to all those who want to join my side, however anyone is free to challenge me. Being realistic, a nation doesnt usually go to war over something like this, but you are free to challenge or applaude my actions as you wish.

NBC News: The Austar Union to intervene in the Azores Islands

For a month, civil disorder had plauged the Azores Islands. Just a week ago, riots finally turned to the government of the islands, forcing it out of power. Now, the Azores Islands have fallen into a state of anarchy. There was no law, there was no authority. Embassies on the island were no longer safe for diplomats, and bloodshed was becoming increasingly common. Today, the President made an important announment to the world.

"Citizens of the World, Citizens of the Republic. For the past month, you have watched the tragic story of the Azores Islands unfold before you on world television. We have decided that as a responsible member of the international community, we must help our friends in the Atlantic. The Azores Islands is no longer a safe place for its citizens, or for diplomats from around the globe. Therefore, we have organised a task team to be sent to the island to restore order.

Once our teams arrive, they will enforce a strict police order on the island, for two months unless deemed otherwise. After this period of time, we will release civil rights back to the public. After this, we will release political rights back to the islanders, before finally withdrawing from the Azores. The time our forces will remain on the island will be at the discretion of the Austarian government, and people of the Republic. Thankyou."

One Week Later....

Families were proud. Although they were sad to miss them, soldiers stood at attention as their ships left the port. There wasnt a lot, but enough. 10 000 to be exact. Their job was easy. Once completing a journey of two days to the island, they would act as a police force on the islands. They had their orders, and didnt mind completing them.

(OOC: For Reference Purposes)

http://www.verne.ru/country/portugal/images/engmap_azores.gif

Two Days Later...

Reports are coming in from the fleet sent to the Azores Islands that they have arrived to waters surrounding the island chain, and that they plan to make a landing on the islands tomorrow morning. For now, the fleet will remain 5km off the coast of Santa Maria.

One Week Later

"Hello, I'm Robert French, reporting LIVE from the Azores Islands. Well it seems as if the occupation has begun, and the islanders are reacting well to the Austarian presense. There have been some resistance on the first day, however it was highly disorganised, and it was easily destroyed. There is currently a police order imposed, and a strict curfew to keep the islands under control. However I dont think this will last for long. We will flash some images of the occupation."

Snipers keep watch over the cities

http://www.davidicke.com/icke/articles2003/pics/ashcroftphotossnipers2.jpg

Troops keep watch at multiple checkpoints

http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/rdonlyres/8252AFE2-00E4-4573-9D02-3643A36662AB/0/3DA8ED7665474F6F8EFE6ED79373E5EE.jpg

A vehicle being checked for arms or drugs

http://i.cnn.net/cnn/2002/WORLD/europe/08/20/iraq.condemn/long.pointing.ap.jpg

News Flash

This is the Central News Desk-
"The Grand Duke of Hamptonshire and the Privy Council have issued a Joint Declaration comdemning the forced occupation of the Azores, no matter how temporary it may be. Therefore, in order to ensure the protection of the lives and rights of the people of the Azores in this time of crisis, the Grand Duke has ordered the creation of a Peacekeeping Expeditionary Force. This force of 50,000 highly trained ground troops shall depart for the Azores upon air and sea.

As the Grand Duke said during the meeting: "While we do not wish direct confrontation with the Austar Union, We cannot stand by while the Azorean people are being oppressed. Therefore we shall committ a substantial amount of our military assets to ensure stability. It is our hope that the presence of Our troops will ensure that the Austar Union does not exert undo influence over these islands."

While it is not confirmed where the troops will be stationed, sources state that the main body of Hamptonshire Peacekeepers will be stationed on Terceira."

Photos

http://www.s-t.com/daily/09-99/09-19-99/troops.jpg
Hamptonshire troops readying to deploy

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Groundtroops readying for deployment by air lift

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Our Elite "Peacekeeper"

NBC News: The Republic's Response

Today, after hearing of the announcement made by the Grand Duke of Hamptonshire, the President delivered the following message:

"Whilst we seek to keep conflict to a minimum, all Hamptonshirian Troops are not welcome on any islands of the Azores, and will be forcefully asked to leave if any set foot on these islands. As a democratic, and responsible nation, we have a duty to the people of Azores Islands, and we will not be commiting any acts of hate or anger upon the inhabitants. Therefore, we request that you withdraw your troops. However, if you wish, you may send 1 Unarmed Official to each island for your peace of mind. They will be able to obeserve happenings on the Azores. That is all for now."

News Flash

This is the Central News Desk-

"In response to the statement released by the Austar Union President, the Grand Duke has decided to accept the offer of a single Unarmed Official to each island. However, the Hamptonshire Peacekeeping Expeditionary Force (PEF) will be kept at full ready and will be able to deploy within 24 hours.

As for the Unarmed officials to be sent, the Grand Duke revealed that Prime Minister Count Wessex will lead the delegation personally. Sources inside the government say that the Prime Minister has been given authority to order the PEF to deploy if he finds any "irregularities"."

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Prime Minister Count Wessex

Message to the government of Hamptonshire

We have made the airport on Graciosa available for your officials to make a landing. From there, they will fly, or sail to each island. They will be given accomodation, and security by Austarian Forces...

Message to the government of Austar Union

Since we are not being allowed to deploy armed troops or other military hardware, we request that you provide secure military transport to our Observers to their islands. Furthermore, We hold the Austar Union directly responsible for the safety of our Observers since you have not allowed us to send our own troops to protect them.
The Grand Duke requests that you allow us to send one civilian communications officer so that we may have direct, secure, and private communication with the Observers to ensure against "tampering".

Message to the government of Austar Union

Since we are not being allowed to deploy armed troops or other military hardware, we request that you provide secure military transport to our Observers to their islands. Furthermore, We hold the Austar Union directly responsible for the safety of our Observers since you have not allowed us to send our own troops to protect them.
The Grand Duke requests that you allow us to send one civilian communications officer so that we may have direct, secure, and private communication with the Observers to ensure against "tampering".

Your requests have been granted.

Our security personell are waiting for your diplomat's arrival...

http://news.bbc.co.uk/olmedia/940000/images/_944606_armedentrance300.jpg

Official Communication to the Government of Austar Union

While the Nomadic Peoples of Unemployed Students commends the efforts of the Austar Union to retore order to this part of the world, we insist that no foul-play be allowed to take place. To this end, we shall support Hamptonshire with any and all means necessary.

We will re-iterate your point, however, that conflict should be avoided, but this we leave up to you. Give us no reason to and we will not intervene. For your information, the USS Tequila, and the USS Snakebite have been deployed to the reagion, they shall remain stationed in the waters off Flores, as far from your fleet as possible to ensure no 'accidents' occur.

No troops shall be deployed or shall set foot on the islands, unless this becomes necessary. Should this occur, you may take it as a declaration of war, but we continue to strive for a peaceful outcome to this event. We anticpate no problems with the deployment of our fleet in international waters.

The Reaper, Count of the Pub
Foreign Secretary, The Nomadic Peoples of Unemployed Students.

Communication Ends

The Republic of Austar Union will allow the presense of Unemployed Students naval forces, however we will need to request that later, they withdraw their forces when we need them to.

NBC News: Update on the Azores Island's Occupation

Well a month into the occupation later, and all seems to be going well. The population has adjsuted to the new Austarian Government, and have been given several civil rights, including the abolishment of the strict curfews placed on them a month ago. In the meantime, people are speculating over the Austarian base, located on Graciosa Island, which appears to becoming more permanant than just six months. The government has refused to comment. In the meantime, this is NBC News.

OOC: nice thread, not sure about your elite peacekeeper though :wink:

OOC: nice thread, not sure about your elite peacekeeper though :wink:

lol, thats not mine! :lol:

Official Communication to the Goverment of Austar Union

Our forces are in International Waters and shall stay as long as is necessary, as deemed by our government. We shall, of course, listen to the government of the Austar Union, and continue to avoid conflict over this issue.

However, in the interests of the people of the Azores, we are here to ensure that the islands do not simply become a colony of the Austar Union and therefore our forces shall remain until the situation has been stabilised and your forces have been withdrawn, leaving the islanders to manage their own affairs again.

The Reaper, Count of the Pub
Foreign Secretary, The Nomadic Peoples of Unemployed Students

Communication Ends

...Meanwhile on US National News Service...

Government watchers and journalists across the country were today speculating the government's response to claims by NBC News that a military base owned by the Austar Union, on Graciosa in the Azores, is becoming more permanent than originally planned, despite the conditions seeming to improve on the island. They were however, dissappointed when the government failed to comment, saying only these brief statement at a press conference held outside parliament buildings this morning:

"We are continuing to monitor the situation in the Azores, with the help of The Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire, who have diplomats on the islands. We cannot say how long our troops shall be required to serve out there, but contigencies have been made for rotation of our carriers should the situation last longer than expected. All that is left to say on the matter is that our sailors and airmen remain in high spirits, conditions look to be improving, no we are not at war, and it is expected that our boys will be home soon. Thank You."

OOC: Sorry, I just reaslised how inconvenient my choice of name was when it comes to intials... :lol:

The Raginsheep would like express its official concern that Austar Union may set up a permanent military base in a contry under the pretence of restoring order.

OBBC Today

The Rulling government of Old Brittania has today comdemned the forced ocupation of the Azores Islands, Mrs lee the foreign ofice ministress has gone on record saying "We would like to see more evidence of the necesity for this occupation
left wing orgonisations have leaped upon the chance, calling this, disregard for human rights and the freedoms of the Azores islanders,

the Priminister has issue'd a communication to the Duke of Hamptonshire, offering brittanic help should it be requested,

The government of United Elias congratulates the Austar Union for taking such actions which are putting his serviceman at risk for the peace and secuirty of others, the noblest of callings. Should your ntion require assistance we would be more than happy to provide it and a Corvette currently in the North Atlantic will deploy to the area to support your operations if necessary.

(nothing do with the fact we just annexed the Seychelles in a similar way of course :wink:)

The Republic of Ancient Terra joins with United Elias is congratulating your efforts to restore peace, order, and freedom to the people of the Azores Islands. Despite the humanitarian concerns we have over this issue, you have obviously taken the welfare of the people into consideration. We wish you luck, and pledge assistance to you should you ever require it. Once again, good luck!

~Emperor El' Jonson, Leader of Ancient Terra~
~Talus Karn, Prime Minister of Ancient Terra~
~Lord Admiral Yamato Ishida, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs~

News Flash

This is the Central News Desk-

"We have just received a recorded audio message from Prime Minister
Count Wessex regarding the Crisis in The Azores:

"Over the past month we have labored here. My team of Observers have for the most part been able to inspect most of the islands. However, we have been barred from visiting a military base. Our information states that this base is a permanent installation. We cannot allow this to happen.I have sent a personal message to the Austar Union President demanding that he let us visit and document the base within 72 hours. If our demand is not met, then we will be forced to re-evaluate our options. The Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire does not want war, but neither will we stand by while the Austar Union establish a permanent military base in the Azores and gives no power to the Azoreans to decide when the occupying forces shall leave. As Prime Minister and Field Marshal in the Royal Hamptonshirese Army, I have the full authority to act diplomatically,and if need be to deploy our peacekeepers."

A statement from the Grand Duke thanked all nations that have given support or the promise of materiale to help end this matter.

"I think that perhaps the nations that have supported us should prepare themselvesfor certain actions in order to protect the Azorean people." said Lord Easton, Foreign Minister.

It has been confirmed that amoung the Observers are the Ministers of Justice, the Interior, Agriculture, and Domestic Security.

Sources inside the Ministry of Defense have said that the PEF has been enlarged to 250,000 troops ready to fully deploy in 72 hours. In addition, the Grand Duke has activated all military units of the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire."

Photos of the Hopefully Unnecessary Build up:

http://www.hq.usace.army.mil/cepa/pubs/jan03/pict37.jpg

http://www.webprostor.cz/volny_cas/airborne/images/82letis.jpg

http://www.cnn.com/interactive/us/0207/10th.mountain.division/popup.10th.mountain.div.jpg

In response to the announced by the Hamptonshire, Field General Himmons has issued the following message:

"We apoligize to the Hamptonshirian government for not complying, however we must stress that we must be allowed to have privacy amongst our chambers. Whilst some information we will provide, we are not willing to comprimise the security of this operation. We also stress that if you look into the track record of the Republic, that we have a highly respectable history, and it is unlikely for us to break this pattern.

Therefore we must refuse your entry to the Azores Island Base.

About the base, we will only release the following information. We have recieved intelligence from sources on the island, that an uprising is likely to occur once our forces withdraw from the island against the new government. We will be withdrawing most of our forces when it comes to it, however it is nessasary that for the completion of this operation that a base be established to protect the new Azorian government. We are unwilling to allow our efforts to go to waste.

Any interference with our operation will be considered as a nuisance, and if this happens, we will deal with your forces as appropriatly. We do not wish war upon you, but we will protect this operation if need be.

We would appreciate if your forces stay outside of 20km from any islands. Any ships breaking that infringment zone will be considered a threat, and will be subject to boarding and siezing by Austarian Forces if need be. If they do not conceed to these rules, they will be sunk"

In the meantime, the government has boosted the number of troops on the islands from 10 000 to 100 000, flying in a whopping 90 000 troops overnight.

Photos have been taken to prove that the Austarian Presence is for the better of the people:

http://www.armymedicine.army.mil/news/mercury/03-01/earinfection.jpg

In response to the message from Field General Himmons, Grand Duke Reginald Leopold I issues the following declaration:

"While I do not dispute in any way the most excellent track record of the Austar Union, We are troubled by the recent events. Our goal is not confrontation. Our goal is the stablization of the Azores and the eventual removal of Austarian forces.

We feel that it must be stated that in light of the huge influx of new troops into the Azores, We have become even more concerned over the future of the Azores. To this effect we propose a Voluntary Quarantine of the Azores. The only purpose of this Voluntary Quarantine is to prevent an even further build up of military forces in and around the Azores.

To show Our intention not to incite conflict, we will recall all but 12,500 troops of our PEF troops to our Homeland. The remaining troops will be stationed 30 km from any island.

The Voluntary Quarantine shall not infringe upon the sovereign rights of the Austarian government. We will not board, nor will We inspect any ships or aircraft. But We ask that you do not send any more troops to the Azores and that you return your troop levels to prior levels.

The Voluntary Quarantine will only apply to those ships and planes specifically marked as military vessels. We will not in anyway monitor or trace civilian vessels or aircraft.

We ask the nations that have pledge assistance to provide naval vessels and aircraft to help enforce the Voluntary Quarantine Zone, which will extend from 50km to 60km from the Azores.

If Austarian forces attempt to run the blockade, they will not be stopped. But We will see this as a further troubling sign.

We implore the Austar Union to find a diplomatic and international solution to this crisis.

In the Spirit of International Friendship,
Grand Duke Reginald Leopold I"

Field General Himmons issued the following statement to who it may concern.

"To the leader of the Hamptonshire Operations in the Azores,
In an effort to satisfy the diplomatic wants of your people, I am willing to hold a meeting between ourselves in the city of Santa Cruz. You will be escorted by guards to the location, and you will be permitted to bring two unarmed guards with you.

As for the Voluntary Quarantine of the Azores, we will agree, however we will keep some forces outside of this zone for our own piece of mind.

Thankyou for your co-operation."

Prime Minister Field Marshal Count Wessex issed the following response to the previous statement:

"To Field General Himmons,
I accept your offer. I shall arrive at your leisure. I also commend your acceptance of the Voluntary Quarantine of the Azores. It is the hope of my people that we never have to come to blows."

Personal Statement from Premier Bomfy

Occupation for peace? What kind of rubbish is that? This blatent breach of international law does not bode well with me or my administration.

You have no right or business interfering with the internal strife of another nation, whether or not people are dying. Civil disorder and violence in such situations is a sign of weak leadership in the government of the nation and must be treated the same way a brushfire is treated: Left to die out under its own merits.

The government of the Aequatian Republic request that both the Austar Union and Hamptonshire withdraw their forces from the region of the Azores Islands and allow the situation to defuse on its own.

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Premier Bomfy
Centrist Republic of Aequatio

Prime Minister Field Marshal Count Wessex:

"Very Well, we will be awaiting your arrival."

-Field General Himmons

Official Message to President Bomfy, Aequatio

Shouldnt it be a rediculous idea to allow a nation to destroy itself. Through anarchy, civillians were threatened with death every day! I am appauled that you would say that we should stand by and allow our friends to kill thier own civilization!

We will ignore your message, for it shows great ignorance and disregard for human life.

We think it quite amusing to find that most people recognoise this as an occupation, rather than a "time of transfer" from destruction, to peace and prosperity.

OOC: When I said that you will be ignored, that was an IC comment...

News Flash

This is the Central News Desk-

"We have breaking news. Prime Minister Wessex is meeting with Austarian forces. Unfortunately, as ordered by the Grand Duke we are under a news blackout pending resolution of talks.
Any new news on this crisis will have to come from foreign sources..."

OCC: When you find it amusing that people think it as an "occupation" just take a look at the thread name :)

Any time that a military force is used to control the citizens of another nation, through force or propaganda, it is occupation... you are controlling another nation's internal affairs and in gross breach of international law.

Civilians are threatened with death everyday in every nation, whether anarchy ensues or not. Death is just a part of life.

Allowing a nation to destroy itself saves another nation from expending force to destroy it once a rogue general takes the leadership and decides to kill innocent people of another nation.

We find your compassion misplaced in such a hopeless region of the world, once again, we request that you withdraw your forces from the Azores Islands permanently.

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Premier Bomfy
Centrist Republic of Aequatio

Upon the Prime Minister's Arrival, he must enter a car like this:
http://www.panadriatic.com/images/luxury/mercedes-c.jpg

Numberplate: 14AZ-78G

It will be completed with an unmarked escort of two cars. We reccomend that the PM arrive disguised as a regular traveller, for security reasons.

OOC: LOL! I know!

Any time that a military force is used to control the citizens of another nation, through force or propaganda, it is occupation... you are controlling another nation's internal affairs and in gross breach of international law.

Civilians are threatened with death everyday in every nation, whether anarchy ensues or not. Death is just a part of life.

Allowing a nation to destroy itself saves another nation from expending force to destroy it once a rogue general takes the leadership and decides to kill innocent people of another nation.

We find your compassion misplaced in such a hopeless region of the world, once again, we request that you withdraw your forces from the Azores Islands permanently.

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Premier Bomfy
Centrist Republic of Aequatio

Are you accusing Field General Himmons as being "rogue"?

Official Message to Austar Union

The Prime Minister has left and shall be Santa Cruz momentarily. He has followed all of your instructions.

Are you accusing Field General Himmons as being "rogue"?

We did not imply anything of the like in our previous statement, perhaps your people have interpreted our message wrong.

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Premier Bomfy
Centrist Republic of Aequatio

Allowing a nation to destroy itself saves another nation from expending force to destroy it once a rogue general takes the leadership and decides to kill innocent people of another nation.

OK. We must have mis-interpreted that. We apoligize for jumping to conclusions. However, we are building our base on the Azores to ensure this does not happen. We are a compassionate people, and would feel guilty to stand by and let the Azores slip slowly into destruction.

Plus, it looks good at the next Presidential elections. We will be withdrawing our "occupation" force soon, once we can establish a new government to reign on the island chain.

Since you will be withdrawing your forces soon Austar, perhaps you will allow the Hamptonshire Royal Police Force to help train the Azorean police force. They will be armed only with light handguns and we would send no more than 500 officers. We offer to send them to Sao Miguel to begin the training. Afterall, the electorate likes to see their rulers working with other nations.

-Ministry of Justice Statement

Sorry, we already have plans to establish a police force. We have already written up the plans for its establishment, and it would be a shame if they went to waste...

EDIT: Plus, we need to train a national guard too...

Are you sure that the permanent garrison of active military units in a proven hostile country is wise? It may lead to future anger and violence when the population realizes that they don't wish to be watched over by another nation like a babysitter.

Aequatians are compassionate people as well, however we are also a society of natural selection supporters. If a nation cannot survive on its own because the government cannot keep tabs on its citizens or the people are just violent in nature, then they deserve to be eliminated for the benefit of the international community.

We would prefer that the Islands new government is not established by the Austar Union, would it be possible to have the A.U. act as advisors to the islands as they create their own system of which to rule themselves?

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Premier Bomfy
Centrist Republic of Aequatio

(OOC: Blast, hopes for a conflict dashed to pieces!)

The Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire is ready and willing to help train any Azorean force.

Hamptonshire also aggress with Aequatio's position on the Azores new government. Perhaps it would be best if you acted in an adivisory role. It would be even better if you would bring in one or two other nations to help in the transference of power.

We would prefer that the Islands new government is not established by the Austar Union, would it be possible to have the A.U. act as advisors to the islands as they create their own system of which to rule themselves?


Field General Himmons only has the following to say,
"Obviously there would be a need to create a.....Austarian friendly government on the islands, so the answer would be no. The new government will be a democracy ruled by the majority. (like the AU). From there, they would be free to decide what they want. I will be opening a question session within the coming days..."

Two Days Later....

Two days later, Field General Himmons was standing in front of a press conference, awaiting questions about the operation in the Azores...

OOC: LOL!

While Field General Himmons is standing in front of a press conference, awaiting questions about the operation in the Azores...

Prime Minister Count Wessex is meeting several "special" Azorean citizens...

Two Days Later....

Two days later, Field General Himmons was standing in front of a press conference, awaiting questions about the operation in the Azores...

"General Himmons, Guy Anderson reporting for Aequatian News Net... what are your government's plans for the Azores Islands and the surrounding region? Is there a plan for a garrison of A.U. troops to remain on the island chains permanently?"

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Sr. Correspondent Guy Anderson
Aequatian News Net

A messenger runs up to the PM, delivering a message from the FG Himmons. It read, "I do apoligize for leaving so suddenly, but the operation was slowing due to a barrage of questions by foriegn sources. You understand i'm sure..."

"I do understand, but I would ask for us to meet at Ponta Delgada. I think we have much to talk about."

-Prime Minister Count Wessex

(He goes back to talking to the "special" Azorean citizens.)

"General Himmons, Guy Anderson reporting for Aequatian News Net... what are your government's plans for the Azores Islands and the surrounding region? Is there a plan for a garrison of A.U. troops to remain on the island chains permanently?"


"Our plans for the Azores, are to restore peace and establish a new stable government on the islands. Considering that peace has been restored already, we are now readying the population for a new democratic government.

A garrison of troops is not planned on the island chain as a whole, however, having said that, we do plan to continually run our base there until we see proof that the islands are self-supporting.

We do plan to have troops on the island chain for a...period, however this will remain as a protection for the new government until some kind of police and military force can be established, and stablized. Any other questions?"

"Will you allow International Peacekeeper, or additional Observers, from third party to observe the legitimacy of the elections?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"Our plans for the Azores, are to restore peace and establish a new stable government on the islands. Considering that peace has been restored already, we are now readying the population for a new democratic government.

A garrison of troops is not planned on the island chain as a whole, however, having said that, we do plan to continually run our base there until we see proof that the islands are self-supporting.

We do plan to have troops on the island chain for a...period, however this will remain as a protection for the new government until some kind of police and military force can be established, and stablized. Any other questions?"

So would you say that with the now garrison of troops in the chain and the establishment of a now A.U.-friendly administration and military bases the Azores Islands are no longer a sovereign nation, but merely a political protectorate of the Austar Union?

At what point will the Azores Islands be considered "self-supporting" by the government of the Austar Union?

What is the estimated length of time this "period" of mobilization of A.U. troops here in the islands?

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Sr. Correspondent Guy Anderson
Aequatian News Net

"Will you allow International Peacekeeper, or additional Observers, from third party to observe the legitimacy of the elections?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"We may, however we cannot make a full statement on that, as we have not yet considered that option.

Unofficially, I can say that we probably will, however any observers will not take part in the organisation, or the running of the elections. They will simply have right to observe."

"Would the A.U. support Hamptonshirese deployment to Sao Miguel in order to quell the charges from Aequatio that the Azores are being made into a puppet state?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

OOC: This is more fun than the war RP itself!

So would you say that with the now garrison of troops in the chain and the establishment of a now A.U.-friendly administration and military bases the Azores Islands are no longer a sovereign nation, but merely a political protectorate of the Austar Union?

At what point will the Azores Islands be considered "self-supporting" by the government of the Austar Union?

What is the estimated length of time this "period" of mobilization of A.U. troops here in the islands?


"To correct you, there will only be one base. We do not see the Azores as a political protectorate as you put it. It will be a soverign nation, but the situation will be monitered closely by the Austarian Government.

The point that which the Azores Islands will be considered "self-supporting" will be determined by monthly reports from officials still left on the islands. These reports will be interepreted by the Austarian Governemnt in Anatoba (my capital).

The period of time of which this mobilization of troops I cannot comment on. However I will say that over the coming months/years depending on the situation, the presence will decrease until the only troops left are those that are occupying the base."

"Would the A.U. support Hamptonshirese deployment to Sao Miguel in order to quell the charges from Aequatio that the Azores are being made into a puppet state?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"You will have to elaborate on a what you consider a "deployment"."

"Sources in the MOD have said that upto 2,500 lightly armed peacekeepers could be deployed to Sao Miguel. There is even talk that such a force would voluntarily be under the field command of the A.U. forces in the Azores. Would such a force be welcomed by the A.U. to help quell criticism?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"Sources in the MOD have said that upto 2,500 lightly armed peacekeepers could be deployed to Sao Miguel. There is even talk that such a force would voluntarily be under the field command of the A.U. forces in the Azores. Would such a force be welcomed by the A.U. to help quell criticism?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"I cannot say for myself, because it is up to higher command, however, I'm sure that if the forces were under complete Austarian control, then the forces would be allowed..."

"Sources in the MOD have said that upto 2,500 lightly armed peacekeepers could be deployed to Sao Miguel. There is even talk that such a force would voluntarily be under the field command of the A.U. forces in the Azores. Would such a force be welcomed by the A.U. to help quell criticism?"

-Hamptonshire City Times

"I cannot say for myself, because it is up to higher command, however, I'm sure that if the forces were under complete Austarian control, then the forces would be allowed..."

"I do add, that the numbers would probably have to be reviewed..."

OOC: This is more fun than the war RP itself!

"To correct you, there will only be one base. We do not see the Azores as a political protectorate as you put it. It will be a soverign nation, but the situation will be monitered closely by the Austarian Government.

The point that which the Azores Islands will be considered "self-supporting" will be determined by monthly reports from officials still left on the islands. These reports will be interepreted by the Austarian Governemnt in Anatoba (my capital).

The period of time of which this mobilization of troops I cannot comment on. However I will say that over the coming months/years depending on the situation, the presence will decrease until the only troops left are those that are occupying the base."

(OOC: It is actually, it really is!)

With the Austar Union now basically calling the shots on what goes on within the internal matters of the Azores Islands, does that not mean by logical definition that the islands have now lost their soveriegnty as an independent nation and that the Republic of Austar Union is in breach of several international laws?

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With the Austar Union now basically calling the shots on what goes on within the internal matters of the Azores Islands, does that not mean by logical definition that the islands have now lost their soveriegnty as an independent nation and that the Republic of Austar Union is in breach of several international laws?


Himmons begins to chuckle, "It is our view that the Azores lost thier soverignty when it was declared a state of anarchy. There was no government which held national soverignty. We do not view ourselves as an invasion force, but rather a peacekeeping force. Why, do you consider NATO in breach of international law when it intervened in the Former Republic of Yugoslavia? I think not..."

EDIT: Bad Post, New One Coming in a Minute.

Edited due to editing of above post...

Himmons begins to chuckle, "It is our view that the Azores lost thier soverignty when it was declared a state of anarchy. There was no government which held national soverignty. We do not view ourselves as an invasion force, but rather a peacekeeping force. Why, do you consider NATO in breach of international law when it intervened in the Former Republic of Yugoslavia? I think not..."

It may be your view that the Azores Islands lost their sovereignty once anarchy had broken out, however that is not the case. Lack of government does not necessarily mean lack of sovereignty, you cannot be selective of what nation's are allowed to exist independantly and which are free to romp around in. Somalia did not lose its sovereignty and is still an independent nation despite the visible lack of any form of government. A.U. forces and its commanding government acted outside of and in disregard of international laws.

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Himmons begins to chuckle, "It is our view that the Azores lost thier soverignty when it was declared a state of anarchy. There was no government which held national soverignty. We do not view ourselves as an invasion force, but rather a peacekeeping force. Why, do you consider NATO in breach of international law when it intervened in the Former Republic of Yugoslavia? I think not..."

It may be your view that the Azores Islands lost their sovereignty once anarchy had broken out, however that is not the case. Lack of government does not necessarily mean lack of sovereignty, you cannot be selective of what nation's are allowed to exist independantly and which are free to romp around in. Somalia did not lose its sovereignty and is still an independent nation despite the visible lack of any form of government. A.U. forces and its commanding government acted outside of and in disregard of international laws.



"I produce the following document."



sovereignty
\Sov"er*eign*ty\, n.; pl. Sovereignties. [OE. soverainetee, OF. sovrainet['e], F. souverainet['e].] The quality or state of being sovereign, or of being a sovereign; the exercise of, or right to exercise, supreme power; dominion; sway; supremacy; independence; also, that which is sovereign; a sovereign state; as, Italy was formerly divided into many sovereignties.

Woman desiren to have sovereignty As well over their husband as over their love. --Chaucer.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary, © 1996, 1998 MICRA, Inc.


sovereignty
n 1: government free from external control 2: royal authority; the dominion of a monarch [syn: reign]
Source: WordNet ® 1.6, © 1997 Princeton University



"Sir, both of these terms have been flawed in this case. In definition number 1, the island chain was unable to exersise independance, due to their being a lack of government. And in definition 2, there was no government."

OOC: I will come back tommorrow same time. Prepare some questions, then post a whole ton if you want. This is fun! :wink:

OOC: All right, I'll be sure to get your tomorrow, because I almost had you now.

OOC: I'm back...

"The Minister of Defense has stated that if the Austarians asked for the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire to deploy to Sao Miguel then the Grand Duke would accede to any demand placed on troops numbers or field command structure. What is the Austar Union's response?"

-HNN (Hamptonshire News Network)

The Dr_Twist Government is rather Intrested in what Austar Union is doing in these islands, we would like to offically ask what are the plans you have placed for the islands and what will happen to them?

OCC: Dr_Twist, make sure to read the thread.

OCC: Dr_Twist, make sure to read the thread.

OCC: I have read the thread, but from my understanding off it, it doesn't clearly state what his plans are and what he plans to do with the islands themselfs.

"The Minister of Defense has stated that if the Austarians asked for the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire to deploy to Sao Miguel then the Grand Duke would accede to any demand placed on troops numbers or field command structure. What is the Austar Union's response?"

-HNN (Hamptonshire News Network)

"Well, we would appreciate any kind of co-oporatio with Austarian Forces of course..."

The Dr_Twist Government is rather Intrested in what Austar Union is doing in these islands, we would like to offically ask what are the plans you have placed for the islands and what will happen to them?

"Considereing that order has been mostly restored, we will be gradually be giving the islands back their full independance.

"We are ready to send any up to 2,500 peacekeepers to Sao Miguel. The actual location of deployment, numbers of troops, and field command will be left up to the Austar Union. However, I would like to remind you that our troops will still be ultimately responsible to the Grand Duke. What is Austar's response. The world wonders."

-Prime Minister Count Wessex

"We are ready to send any up to 2,500 peacekeepers to Sao Miguel. The actual location of deployment, numbers of troops, and field command will be left up to the Austar Union. However, I would like to remind you that our troops will still be ultimately responsible to the Grand Duke. What is Austar's response. The world wonders."

-Prime Minister Count Wessex

In response to the offer of peacekeepers by Hamptonshire, we will consider, but will not give any information on what our answer may be.

"Will the Austar Union categorically deny that the Azores will not become a colony or protectorate of The Republic?"

-HNN

"Will the Austar Union categorically deny that the Azores will not become a colony or protectorate of The Republic?"

-HNN

"We do officially deny that the Azores will become a colony of the Austar Union. As for a protectorate, I think you will have to define that further for us to answer that one..."

"Will the Austar Union categorically deny that the Azores will not become a colony or protectorate of The Republic?"

-HNN

"We do officially deny that the Azores will become a colony of the Austar Union. As for a protectorate, I think you will have to define that further for us to answer that one..."

"We define a protectorate as a nation or region under the authority of a more powerful region. The more powerful region exerts control over managerial and govermental affairs, especially foreign affairs and finance. Thereby effectively establishing a self-ruling colony. This is our current defintion.

Is that what Austar wishes to establish?"

-PM Count Wessex

"No, the Azores Islands will be a completely independant nation. However, we will not rule out that they will be protected by the Austarian Armed Forces. That is why the base is becoming more permanant. To protect the new government."

"Since We also seek the safety of the new government, what would your response be to the fact that several very prominent citizens on Sao Miguel have asked for us to set up a Hamptonshire Royal Police Force Outpost on that island in order to ensure stablity and safety?"

-PM Count Wessex

"Since We also seek the safety of the new government, what would your response be to the fact that several very prominent citizens on Sao Miguel have asked for us to set up a Hamptonshire Royal Police Force Outpost on that island in order to ensure stablity and safety?"

-PM Count Wessex

"We would deny your forces access to the islands, but you can do what you want when the islands are independant if the new government allowed you to do so."

And what is the time frame for restoring independence to the Azores?

And what is the time frame for restoring independence to the Azores?

"Like I said once before, I am estimating approximatly a timespan between 6 months, to a few years, dependant on how the situation goes on the islands."

"In light of recent developement and clarifications. I feel that our concerns have been for the most part addressed. Our Observers will continue to remain in the Azores, We will still enfore the Voluntary Quarantene (although we will abandon this measure within 3 months), and we restate our offer of peacekeepers and Royal Police Officers.

The Grand Duke has decided to scale back the PEF to a force of no more than 5,000 peacekeepers to be kept on alert for only aggreed deployment by the Austar Union.

It is the wish of all Hamptonshirese that we may open official diplomatic relations with the Austar Union and eventually with the people of the Azores.

What is the response of the Austarian Forces?"

-PM Wessex

"In light of recent developement and clarifications. I feel that our concerns have been for the most part addressed. Our Observers will continue to remain in the Azores, We will still enfore the Voluntary Quarantene (although we will abandon this measure within 3 months), and we restate our offer of peacekeepers and Royal Police Officers.

The Grand Duke has decided to scale back the PEF to a force of no more than 5,000 peacekeepers to be kept on alert for only aggreed deployment by the Austar Union.

It is the wish of all Hamptonshirese that we may open official diplomatic relations with the Austar Union and eventually with the people of the Azores.

What is the response of the Austarian Forces?"

-PM Wessex

"We cannot think of any response to give other than thankyou for seeing th truth of the situation, and seeing that the Republic is innocent... Are there any more questions from foriegn correspondants?"

"We never saw the Republic as not being innocent. We merely wished that the Azorean people would be guaranteed political freedom. It is Our fondest hope that We have not offended the Republic."

-Statement released by:

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Grand Duke Reginald Leopold I

OOC: Will be back tommorow.... :wink:

OOC: Good, I can sleep then.

Field General Himmons looks up to the press gathering, "It is my firm belief that we have answered all nessasary questions, and I will not be answering any more about the Azores Island operation. Thankyou for your time."

He steps down from the podium, and as voices begin to shout last-minute questions, he disappears behind closed doors.

In the meantime, on the Azores...

The amount of troops on the islands had been gradually lessening. Commuters were now free to live their lives free from interference from Austarian forces. Patrols had become less frequent, and the amount of troops on the islands had been reduced to 5 000, 4 000 being in the Austarian military base, which was still being built.

Today, the newspapers made an important announcement from the Austarian intevention force:

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Austarians Set Schedule for Azores

11 March (RL)
Build a "parliament house"

15/16 March (RL)
Begin the training of a police force
Enact parliament, with Austarian MP's
Finish Austarian military base

17 March (RL)
Enforce Constitution
Enforce laws of the Azores Islands

18 March (RL)
Begin the establishement of political parties

22/23 March (RL)
Hold first elections

24 March (RL)
Hand police control to new Azorian Government

25 March (RL)
Declare the Azores officially independant from the Republic
Troops to act as national guard for Azorian Islands temporaraly
Begin the training of a military

Two Years Later...(NS)
Hold Second Elections
Hand control of military to Azorian Government
Troops to withdraw to Austarian Base on the Azores

Note: Subject to change without prior notice
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In the capital of the Azores...

Construction has finally begun in the city today of a new parliamentry building. It is expected to resemble the Australian Paliament House in architecture. The site has been closed off to the general public.