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Nuntia Lexae, VIII Kal. Januarius, MMXXIII

Breaking News:

Just now the ready bells began ringing throughout Lexa, marking yet another period of violence in the nation, on Christmas of all days. The reason for the bells ringing is that, less than an hour ago, the Vabasian Federal Strike Force 2, lead by the VFS Mariam, engaged Arstotskianian ships off the coast of Papalania. The SF 2 was aided by the Papalanian, Terra Argoan, and Pantsvillian Navies. The battle only lasted 25 minutes, but in that time, hundreds of missiles and torpedoes were launched resulting in the sinking of two Arstotskianian combat vessels and the Arstotskianian fuel tankers. The remaining two Arstotskianian vessels managed to limp out of the battle after sustaining heavy damages. After the battle, the VFS Mariam succumbed to its damages and sank, the only allied ship to fall. The SRP Allegiance also sustained devastating damages, however, it has managed to return to port in critical condition to repair. In total, as of right now, 71 Vabasian sailors have died, with 13 still missing in action. 112 Papalanians, about 40 Terrans, and at least 150 Pantsvillians have also been killed in action. Arstotskianian has lost an estimated 400 sailors, though that number is likely to be much higher in reality.

This is a dark day.