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Troyes Affair

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Aosta:
OOC- Dave has given me the OK with this.

62 men and women had gathered in the basement of the Fleur de Lys nightclub close to the beach front in the city of Troyes. For the past few weeks they'd all been taking trips over the border to Aosta where they'd meet up with members of the Empire's Special Forces. Many of the 62 had served with Real Marseille during the fight against Materna but their skills had become a little rusty, after all many of them weren't exactly career military types. One of the 62 was Jean-Pierre Cantona, the founder of Real Marseille and the first President of Marseille, he had persuaded his former comrades in arms to reform the paramilitary group and now with weapons supplied by the Empire of Aosta. Jean-Pierre hoped that they wouldn't be needed but as he checked that he had several spare magazines for his weapon he couldn't rule out it either. They'd tried everything to get the city back for their homeland and even with international support it seemed that Seaforth were intent on keeping hold of their little slice of Albion. "Friends today we shall take back to last piece of our homeland. When we kicked out that damn cult and restored our nation as a Republic all should have been well but as we've seen Troyes failed to get that and now we must toughen our hearts, strengthen our spirits and prepare once more to go into the fire if needed. We promised that we would free all of Marseille and now we must finish the task. You all know your duties for the day and I pray that we meet again with our mission complete." He headed round the room and shook hands with each of them. The last three people he made his way to had stood to one side and not mixed with the others.

Lt. Mirko Russo, Sgt Ruben Clemente and Leading Rate Sara Zanetti had flown in that morning as tourists and stood in civilian clothing, accreditation given to them as journalists while in reality Russo and Clemente were members of the nations elite commando force Zanetti was a radio operator with the Navy. They were here to ensure that high command back home had a clear picture of what was happening. "You all set JP?" Russo asked Cantona as they shook hands.

"As much as we ever can be. You're sure everything is in place?" The former President enquired.

"Yes sir. We've had confirmation just a few hours ago.  We've got your back." With that reassurance the members of Real Marseille placed their rifles in gym bags and stuck pistols into holsters concealed under their jackets before they headed out. At first they made their way in ones and twos leaving at short intervals from the nightclubs back entrance. They made their way down towards the military base that dominated the harbour. There were the usual protests there with Cantona recognising several old friends who had fought alongside him years ago. They stood there with flags and plackards demanding the Seaforthians go home. It was once all the group had got themselves in position that the plan swung into action. There were four roads that lead to the base and now a large box truck full of bricks had swung across each blocking access by road to the base. Cars beeped their horns as traffic began to back up in the streets around the camp. The drivers exited the vehicles and their passengers stuck huge knives into the tyres other members of the group hurried forward and pulled on ropes sending banners unrolling down the side of the truck announcing that the Seaforthian base was now closed and that Real Marseille were in charge of the road blocks. Some of the crowd having seen the banners began cheering.

WIth the base now effectively stopped by the road a flotilla of four fishing boats appeared and dropped anchor in attempts to block the entrance to their dockyard. All that was left was an aerial approach and that would be next to impossible for the folk of Real Marseille to stop. While the locals did their work Zanetti kept the Aostan government up to date and then when the boats had dropped anchor the next stage of the plan swung into action.



--- Quote from: Real Marseille Statement ---
At 11:45am on 12th April 2024 the people of Real Marseille have determined that we can wait no longer. Today we have taken action to restore the city of Troyes to the control of Marseille. As a result we have today claimed an estimated 95% of the city for the newly established Republic of Troyes. In addition we also assert our rights to all waters, as laid out by the FSC and all air-space as recognised by international law. We hereby also declare that on the 1st July 2024 a referendum will be run in the city giving people a choice as to whether to remain their own independent Republic or rejoin with Marseille. Until that time Jean-Pierre Cantona will serve as interim President.


--- End quote ---

Almost instantaneously a group of Aostan naval vessels made their way into what Cantona had described as his new territorial waters. The HIMS Rothari lead a pair of Destroyers (Perctarit and Godepat) and the same number of Frigates (Liupert and Raginpert) took up positions on the main naval route into Troyes and then transmitted their own message


--- Quote from: Message from Aosta ---
As of 11:50 am on the 12th April 2024 the Empire of Aosta formally recognises the Republic of Troyes and Mr.Jean-Pierre Cantona as their provisional President. In an agreement confirmed by both nations the Imperial Navy of Aosta is to take up a role of maritime security for the new Republic until such a time as they can take responsibility for doing so. We wish this new nation the best and look forward to a bright future as neighbours

--- End quote ---

Abertone:



With immediate effect the Empire of Abertone acknowledges the independence and sovereignty of the Republic of Troyes and offers our help and support in running a fair and truly independent referendum as and when it takes place.

Additionally the Empire will stand by Article 4 of our bilateral treaty that establishes the Dual Empire Network that monitors shipping. We shall therefore be informing Aosta of any potentially hostile threats heading south through the Straits of Shaw.

We wish the people of the new Republic of Troyes well.

Emperor Marco of Abertone

Beatrice:

On The Matter Of Troyes

As neither the First Empire, nor any other member of the ADSN was consulted prior to the actions undertaken by the Empire of Aosta and the Empire of Albertone my response shall likewise be public and independent of the ADSN framework. While the First Empire maintains that a return of the totality of Troyes to Marseilles is an event which must happen we are concerned that the events of the last few hours increase the potential for unforeseen consequences, greater instability and a potentially bloodier path to the objectives of the Joint Statement by the ADSN on the Troyes situation. The First Empire is disappointed that the Empires have involved themselves with a series of actions without consultation with the broader ADSN, which could have seen the utilization of our shared diplomatic resources to effect positive change. While we will continue to support a Troyes and Marseilles which is free of foreign occupation, just as the Protectorate is not a legitimate exercise of sovereignty, unfortunately, neither is the Republic of Troyes.

As this situation has brewed without consultation the First Empire is forced to remind the Empire of Aosta and Empire of Abertone that security agreements exist between Rokkenjima and Seaforth. Should harm befall any Seaforthian personnel, vessels or aircraft the First Empire would be in a position where those agreements could legitimately be called upon by the Kingdom of Seaforth, placing the First Empire in a rather difficult position. This is a situation which could have been avoided with discussions via the ADSN prior to this course of action being pursued.

In response, the First Empire is forced to deploy Task Force Vigilant Watch, centered around IRN Eleanor and IRN Beluga, to the Strait of Shaw to monitor the situation and, if necessary, respond according to the treaty obligations of the First Empire of Rokkenjima if necessary.  We will also be calling for a meeting of the ADSN to discuss these developments and, hopefully, see that the consideration of our neighbours as friends ensures better communications to avoid situations such as this in the future.

Respectfully;


Empress of the First Empire of Rokkenjima
Princess of Littlebrook

Achkaerin:
It was a peaceful night in the Marble Palace, Serenity was sat on the sofa, one arm around  her younger daughter Astrid, while her older daughter Lisa sat on Serenity's other side, they were watching the tv show the Octonauts - it was a favourite of the girls. Also on the sofa was Euphy curled up next to Serenity but behind Lisa.
"Is this the one with the honeybadger in it?" Nettie Taylor asked as she walked into the lounge.
"Yep." Serenity said "We're watching this then Euphy's going to help with them with their homework while I make snacks and then we're watching Moana followed by Brave."
"Movie marathon nice." Nettie said
"Why do I get the impression you're about to tell me I'm not going to be enjoying watching them?" Serenity asked
"Because this happened." Nettie said handing Serenity a summary document on what had happened in Troyes, Serenity glanced at it and looked at Euphy
"I think Val's doing homework help." Serenity said
"So much for our quiet night." Euphy said

Once the homework had been started Serenity, Euphy and Nettie all headed into the kitchen. "Ok let me just ask... what level of silliness is this?" Serenity asked as she switched the oven on "Is this how to lose support for your cause day? In what world does anyone think that the international community is just going to nod at this? Say yes to this and what stops the Gungnir just declaring any random village in Nya Aland as sovereign territory."
"That's not the main problem though." Nettie said
"Much as I admire the garbage fleet protest league worthiness of this affair yeah I know." Serenity said leaning against the wall and sighing "What happens when Andrew picks up the phone and calls me, calls Asuna, calls David etc."
"It gets messy." Nettie said
"You need to get in front of it." Euphy said
"I know." Serenity said with another sigh "Nettie talk to the foreign office get a statement out about this."
"Ok." Nettie said
"How'd you fancy a detour to Seaforth before we go to Rokkenjima for the Youth Diet?" Serenity said looking at Euphy
"I'm game." Euphy said
"Sakura should be finished in Clysperis by morning so let's get her down to Marseilles to talk to Sauzee and Deschamps." Serenity said "Meanwhile I go to Seaforth and  try to reason with Andrew before this gets out of hand."
"Do I need to talk to Adam about the military?" Nettie asked
"Yes, you know the drill." Serenity said
"I do." Nettie said, she walked away as Serenity looked at Euphy
"Sure you still want to hang around this madhouse?" Serenity said
"Totally." Euphy said before she gave Serenity a kiss "Now dinner to make, films to watch and we'll pack later."


Statement on Troyes
The Achkaerinese Government continues to recognise that the city of Troyes is the sovereign territory of the Republic of Marseilles, we do not believe it to be a Seaforthian protectorate because sovereignty over the city has at no point been ceded to Seaforth, this is the fundamental principle of sovereignty it can only be granted by the land owner. Therefore as there be no evidence that the government of Marseilles has granted sovereignty of Troyes to this 'Republic of Troyes' we do not  recognise it as a sovereign state and continue to assert the position that Troyes is part of the Republic of Marseilles. On that basis we do not recognise any suggestion that the waters and airspace of Troyes are not Marseilles water and airspace, nor will the Achkaerinese government recognise as legally enforceable any referendum held without the consent of the government of Marseilles.

KrisNord:
Niamh can you get the Seaforthians on the phone please. King Finley instructed his PA. It took her about half an hour, Finley suspected that King Andrew would be rather snowed under. "Andrew its Finley. I'm just phoning to say that Ui Cenneslaig will be making a statement that we support Seaforth and that Real Marseille have no authority..........if you need anything you've my number." The conversation ended and Finley got busy with several other jobs. It wasn't really a matter he was too worried about but he was determined to show Celtic unity and that meant standing by your friends and that included Seaforth.



Following the fall of the Sorority of Materna it was clear that the people of the city of Troyes could not be supported by their homeland. The city relied on a huge humanitarian and economic support from Seaforth and it is no surprise that the inhabitants of the city owed a great deal of thanks to the Seaforthians who today make up 1/3 of the population of the city. In the aftermath the city then swelled to its current size of 3million. Since then the Seaforthians have ensured a strong economy, a stable justice system and a transparent democracy. We have now however seen an armed gang supported by a hoodwinked Aostan Empire convince the people change is needed. I firmly believe that this is nothing more than a rabble rousing minority manipulating public feeling to try and steal away from Seaforth territory they saved from disaster and have nurtured and cherished. King Andrew can be assured that Ui Cenneslaig will stand by our Celtic cousins in this situation and that we will pray common sense prevails and we see a peaceful solution.

King Finley.

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