Egelion

[Louis]

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The Royal Directory of the Armed Forces in Cartablanca has stated that a 10,000 troop rapid response unit from the Royal Marines has made its way to the Island of Meriath to help clear our any final resistance from the Vasseur invasion force of the mainland. According to recent reports, the Southern Armada has been extremely successful in containing the spread of Vasseur forces from the Union and have been able to isolate the forces which have already landed on the island. The 10,000 Royal Marines were transported with several Leopard tanks, transport vehicles, armed vehicles, and bulldozers to help with a large counter attack planned on Meriath. According to recent intelligence releases the entire northern half of the Island is in Egelian-Meriath control, while the southern and western parts are still in Vasseur control. 

Castillo Garibaldi confirmed that during the initial phases of the war, the ATENEA missile system launched over 20 ballistic missiles to several military targets on Meriath and on coastal Rildanor to contain the strength of the invasion force. 3 Hypersonic glide vehicles were launched from the southern armada in the Anantonese and all hit their targets efficiently. There were no reports of rogue missiles going off target. The Royal Directory has stated that the missiles strikes before the missile barrages of the Southern Armada made it possible for the island to hold on for a bit longer and wait for the necessary reinforcements. 

With all 10,00 troops and the necessary equipment to carry out several offensive strikes, Vasseurist forces have now set up several defenses on the southern parts of the island--ready for a final offensive. Each day, the Egelian Air Force and the Armada have sent missiles volleys to ensure that all defenses have weakened before sending in a coalition counterattack. According to sources on the island, including imagery released by Castillo Garibaldi, several installation have been significantly damaged and have been taken over by the Royal Marines. Reports say that Vasseur forces have been adopting a "scorched earth" strategy and are burning towns and villages along the way. Royal Councilor Montalivet stated that if caught, perpetrators and the Vasseur government would be considered in contempt of war crimes--but more evidence is needed. It is expected that the coalition forces will take Meriath and secure it in a couple of weeks.

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