New Verham

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Baatrynsentii Conference launched as end to civil war edges closer
May 5701

Baatrynsentii - The Ostlander National Bloc, Vanukean People's Army and the Restorationists under Khasar have met for the first time in the newly liberated capital of the old republic, renamed from its Gaoic "Chukyo" name to its old title: Baatrynsentii. Representatives from the different factions were welcomed in the Unbataar Business Centre under the heavy security regime of Egelian forces, with help from Restorationists militia units. General Khasar assembled a delegation of several economists, militia leaders and civil servants seeking a full return to the Republic of New Verham. Both the ONB and VPA have other interests, mainly securing more autonomy for their respective communities. 

Economics are also on the table, with both Vanukean and Ostlander areas largely unscathed during the civil war, thus likely facing a financial burden for the reconstruction of the rest of the country. The most important objective however is the drafting of a new constitution, creating a viable and stable state in the territory that has so long been governed by Gaoist elites. Egelion has also send their own delegation to the conference, seeking to help all other parties in coming up with a workable compromise. Those close to the process also suggest that Egelion seeks to make binding agreements on a path towards democracy and the role Egelion will play in facilitating that transition. Altéa's main concern is the potential for a protracted involvement in the country. While open to helping New Verham create a stable government, the country does not seek a longer involvement then necessary. 

Alexander Hanschweig, lead negotiatior for the ONB, called the initial talks "promising" and has indicated that all sides feel the responsibility to come to a solution while the civil war is still ongoing, mainly seeking to prevent a "wild west" scenario in the country where militia's govern. Gaoist forces have now been largely pushed towards the Ostlander border, with Egelian and Restorationist forces mopping up remaining pockets of loyalist resisstance close to urban centers. 

The latest projection from Egelian intelligence suggests that the war might be ended within the next few months, allowing a new government to take control after this period. Whether the Baatrynsentii Conference succeeds within that timeframe will have to be seen.

Shine Shastir is a newly founded digital newspaper in the city of Baatrynsentii, providing primarily political and geopolitical news