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(OOC: This will be done in case The Knights Templars is Decree 12)

Romans Restore Order In The Vatican, Venetia after collapse of The Knights Templars Government

VENETIA (RFP)- The Roman Army today moved into Israel, Venetia and the Vatican today to restore peace in regions where violence has broken out with the collapse of The Knights Templars Government. Roman Military officials state that when they arrived to The Knights' lands, they saw "no Knight standing...it was total and complete anarchy."

"We're not sure what happened to them," said General Marcus Maderius, best known for his work in capturing Texas. "However, considering how close the hostility was to our lands we had to intervene."

Maderius reports that Roman soldiers were "greeted well" by the local populace, considering that the Knights and the Romans have had good relations for years. He also reports that the official position of the Government is not to directly annex the lands, but merely to "hold onto them in case the Knights' government returns."

"We did this to protect a friend," said Maderius. "The Knights needed our assistance and we arrived."

This is the breakdown of peacekeeping troops sent to Knight land:

Israel: 5 legions, 1 century
Venetia: 2 legions
Vatican City: 1 century

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"We have failed our people and our allies," The statement by Grand Master Varus began, "and in our haste we abandoned both. We misread a threat and erred in going into hiding, and will remember in the future to be more dedicated."
With this statement broadcast on every channel available, The Templars returned to thier lands, humbled and meek. With the first priority obviously Jerusalem, all Templar lends under the protection of Rome were quickly re-introduced to their old templar government.
In addition to focusing on re-organizing their old lands, the Templars priorities include repaying our debt to Rome, which is now hard to measure. Our loyalty to Rome is unquestioned.

******Official Communique From The Roman Government To Grand Master Varus******

With the resumption of your government we are willing to restore your lands to your nation. We invite you to come to Rome so we can discuss the details.

Signed,
Rodin Hartian,
293rd Emperor of Rome
August 2, MMV

WORLD BROADCAST

Grateful for Rome's help, the Templars will begin immediately working their way back into society. Grand Master Varus himeslf is set to travel to Rome for the official conference, to thank and work with our Roman Allies. Whatever the cost, We, the Knight Templars, will regain our former lands, for God and his will.
*The Poor Fellow Soldiers of Jesus Christ and the Temple of Solomon

Varus descended the stairs off the plane, eager to get down to business. It was time the templars got back in business