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Kerlian News Service

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Assassination attempt on Emperor Topilpopoca of Xiomera takes place
9th September 2019

An assassination attempt took place today in Xiomera, targeting Emperor Topilpopoca, by former Secretary of Justice, Cētlalhui. The attack, which led to the Emperor being hospitalised, took place outside the Palace of Flowers. The Emperor remains in the Imperial Military Hospital, where he is being treated. An investigation into the incident has been launched by the Xiomeran authorities.

The former Xiomeran Secretary of Justice, Cētlalhui, was apprehended at the scene following the attack, and was taken into custody. He was asked to leave his position earlier this year due to gross incompetence by the Emperor. It is unknown whether or not he was working alone, however the Xiomeran authorities do not anticipate any further attacks. A curfew has been placed on a number of Xiomeran cities and airport security has been tightened in light of the attack, to assist with the investigation.

The Council of Kerlile released a statement shortly after the event, sending their wishes and hopes for a speedy recovery. “Emperor Topilopoca is a friend to Kerlile, and one of a select few men who understand the importance of the Matriarchy in providing a safe haven for women, and in improving women’s standing in the wider world. Xiomera is a friend and ally to Kerlile, and we are willing to give them whatever support they need as they investigate this cowardly attack on a great head of state. We hope that the Emperor will make a full recovery quickly, and that Xiomera can move on from this attack and become stronger.”

President Arnott is thought to have scheduled a meeting with the Xiomeran Ambassador, Ixōtō, tomorrow morning in which she will express her sympathy for the incident and offer the Xiomerans any assistance Kerlile may give during this matter. The two countries have enjoyed closer ties in recent months, and the Kerlian government is committed to ensuring that the relationship remains strong.

Juliette Greenwood, one of Councillor Letitia Greenwood’s sisters, is also set to travel to Xiomera tomorrow, as part of a scheduled visit. She is expected to convey her best wishes to the Xiomerans upon arrival. Speculation that the trip would be cancelled was proven wrong, with the Greenwood family issuing a statement saying it was “more important than ever” that Kerlile stands with Xiomera at this time.