Kalistani Major History

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The People's Press
Field Marshal Thorn Spearheads Militia Exercises
The People's Army and Revolutionary Socialist Militia of Kalistan begin conducting war games across Neveras and Suldanor
Lucid City, Suldanor
August 2nd, 4078


Field Marshall Thorn, Commander-in-Chief of the People's Army, delivers a statement regarding the exercises

Heightened tensions between the ruling parties in Baltusia and Kalistan have culminated in the two active militias in Kalistan- the People's Army (Labour Party of Kalistan) and Revolutionary Socialist Militia of Kalistan (Socialist Party of Kalistan)- beginning war games across the southern areas of mainland Kalsitan. In a statement to the nation, streamed across television, radio and the internet, Field Marshall Edward Thorn declared that exercises involving both paramilitary forces would begin immediately. The stated objective was to ensure the two forces became accustomed to the area and to each other, however, many are speculating that the controversy involving a failed attempt to extradite Karl Benn to Baltusia may have been the real trigger.

Given the code name Dernier Recours, the area in which the exercises will be conducted comprises the majority of the Baltusia-Kalistan border. The nature of the exercises is understandably nebulous but the People's Press has been informed that they will be limited to 'defensive manoeuvres, evacuation contingency plans and reconnaissance operations'. Dernier Recours represents the first occasion in which the two militias have cooperated in joint exercises, suggesting that a display of Kalistani unity was another reason behind the action. Both the Labour Party leader, Luca Curti, and the President, Florence Orlando, have spoken up in support of the activation but denied it was linked to Baltusia in any way. Curti was extremely influential in the creation of the People's Army, repealing the article in the party constitution which prevented the formation of a militia.

After his nationwide speech, Field Marshall Edward Thorn, who serves Commander-in-Chief of the People's Army, gave an exclusive statement to the People's Press:

Comrades, we are living in extremely dangerous times. Our great and united republic has created a haven for the people. Here all can be free from persecution and live in true liberty. Yet, this creates its own unique challenges! There are many across the globe who would seek to undermine and to disassemble my beloved Kalistan. It falls upon ourselves, as well as the RSMoK and the conventional government forces, to ensure that when those foreign agents strike, we step in to defend the Kalistani people. This is not easy. It is a heavy, heavy burden upon our shoulders. We must do everything we can to safeguard those who rely on us. We would be letting down those who need us most, if we were frightened into inaction. Kalistan will never surrender in the face of aggression. To protect Kalistan, we must understand Kalistan.