05-31-2022, 01:27 AM
Press Wing of the Chancellor's Manor, Geminus
May 30th, 2022, 2:16 PM
The Chancellor's Briefing Room, like usual, was filled with the loud, dull hum of reporters and camera operators discussing recent events. Unusually, the briefing room was packed to the brim in the mid-afternoon, when the usual press briefings were in the morning or evening. This fact was most certainly not lost on the reporters, who were practically chomping at the bit to figure out what events had triggered this unusual briefing.
The noise died down to a whisper as Pascal Lefebvre, the Chancellor's Press Secretary, walked onto the raised platform, taking his standard place behind the podium. "Lien Apečmēda, Tut dei vus." (Good afternoon, all of you). "I am only here to preface this briefing, I will not be giving the actual briefing itself. Last Monday, in a speech to the Xiomeran Parliament, Empress Calhualyana announced the expulsion of thousands of foreign nationals and ethnic minorities, under the guise of removing, quote, 'Potential security threats.' These actions have uprooted thousands of ethnic Huenyans, Eirians, Lauchenoirians, and others, and have been denounced by International Rights Watch, Huenyan leaders, and others amongst the international community." He glanced to the side, seemingly waiting for some signal. "And now, to speak more on this matter, Chancellor Leah Stendē."
Murmurings filled the rooms as the Eirian Chancellor took the podium, dying down as soon as she arrived. "Good evening. As you all know, the refugee situation in Xiomera is most dire. According to our most recent estimates, over two thousand Eirian nationals are now forced to leave Xiomera, or risk penalties and seizure of their possessions. As of an hour ago, we have negotiated safe entry into Xiomera in order to transport Eirian citizens home. These safe exit points are located in the city of Tecuala, at the city's port and international airport. Personnel transport ships and transport planes have been dispatched to those locations, staffed by brave members of our Navy and Air Force. We look to bring our citizens home safely and efficiently, with minimal risk to our citizens and soldiers."
She glanced through the crowd of journalists and cameras, her expression illustrating the gravity of the situation. "But it's not just our citizens who are suffering. Tens of thousands of ethnic Huenyans also have been expelled, many of them flooding into the demilitarized 'Canal Zone'. These people have lost everything they've ever had, forced out of their homes and livelihoods. We estimate that hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of these refugees may seek Eirian asylum. The Ministry of Diplomacy has begun the issuing of special asylum visas to these refugees, due to the fact that they already hold claims to citizenship within the Union of Caxcanan States."
Her tone grew sympathetic, appealing to the sympathies of Eirian viewers everywhere. "These refugees will be arriving here with little to nothing, not knowing what will await them. And so, it is our duty to aid them in any way we can. While the Eirian government will do everything in its power to help those fleeing Calhualyana's tyrranical actions, our help can only do so much. However, there are ways that you can help. The same charities that selflessly helped Aurian refugees have already set up new funds to help desperate Huenyan refugees in this current situation. If you are able, please consider donating to one of these funds. Your help will be invaluable in the coming weeks and months, and your generosity could help save lives."
Her tone hardened significantly, becoming serious and commanding, and she switched from Eirian to English. "If you have family or friends in Xiomera, please, reach out to them immediately, and ensure that they get home. If you are currently in Xiomera, and are a foreign national, please, get out now. You may not get another opportunity. After all, who knows what Calhualyana will do next? She has already shown how ruthless and uncaring she can be to her own citizens! Please, if you can hear me, get out of Xiomera now, no matter if you are Huenyan, Eirian, or even Xiomeran, please, get out of the Empire's control, as quickly you can. Calhualyana doesn't care about you, or anyone, and she will stop at nothing to maintain her dictatorial control of Xiomera."
"These despicable acts only further illustrate the cruel ambition of the Xiomeran Empress and her loyal puppets. Any further action or human rights violations will result in immediate action." Stendē straightened her suit. "We are not sycophants to be pushed and kicked around. We are resilient, we are strong, and we are not afraid. Certain people should keep that in mind before their rash decisions are met with serious, irreversible consequences." She averted her gaze from the cameras and to the gathered journalists. "As we all have work to do, I will not be answering questions. Have a good afternoon."
May 30th, 2022, 2:16 PM
The Chancellor's Briefing Room, like usual, was filled with the loud, dull hum of reporters and camera operators discussing recent events. Unusually, the briefing room was packed to the brim in the mid-afternoon, when the usual press briefings were in the morning or evening. This fact was most certainly not lost on the reporters, who were practically chomping at the bit to figure out what events had triggered this unusual briefing.
The noise died down to a whisper as Pascal Lefebvre, the Chancellor's Press Secretary, walked onto the raised platform, taking his standard place behind the podium. "Lien Apečmēda, Tut dei vus." (Good afternoon, all of you). "I am only here to preface this briefing, I will not be giving the actual briefing itself. Last Monday, in a speech to the Xiomeran Parliament, Empress Calhualyana announced the expulsion of thousands of foreign nationals and ethnic minorities, under the guise of removing, quote, 'Potential security threats.' These actions have uprooted thousands of ethnic Huenyans, Eirians, Lauchenoirians, and others, and have been denounced by International Rights Watch, Huenyan leaders, and others amongst the international community." He glanced to the side, seemingly waiting for some signal. "And now, to speak more on this matter, Chancellor Leah Stendē."
Murmurings filled the rooms as the Eirian Chancellor took the podium, dying down as soon as she arrived. "Good evening. As you all know, the refugee situation in Xiomera is most dire. According to our most recent estimates, over two thousand Eirian nationals are now forced to leave Xiomera, or risk penalties and seizure of their possessions. As of an hour ago, we have negotiated safe entry into Xiomera in order to transport Eirian citizens home. These safe exit points are located in the city of Tecuala, at the city's port and international airport. Personnel transport ships and transport planes have been dispatched to those locations, staffed by brave members of our Navy and Air Force. We look to bring our citizens home safely and efficiently, with minimal risk to our citizens and soldiers."
She glanced through the crowd of journalists and cameras, her expression illustrating the gravity of the situation. "But it's not just our citizens who are suffering. Tens of thousands of ethnic Huenyans also have been expelled, many of them flooding into the demilitarized 'Canal Zone'. These people have lost everything they've ever had, forced out of their homes and livelihoods. We estimate that hundreds, perhaps even thousands, of these refugees may seek Eirian asylum. The Ministry of Diplomacy has begun the issuing of special asylum visas to these refugees, due to the fact that they already hold claims to citizenship within the Union of Caxcanan States."
Her tone grew sympathetic, appealing to the sympathies of Eirian viewers everywhere. "These refugees will be arriving here with little to nothing, not knowing what will await them. And so, it is our duty to aid them in any way we can. While the Eirian government will do everything in its power to help those fleeing Calhualyana's tyrranical actions, our help can only do so much. However, there are ways that you can help. The same charities that selflessly helped Aurian refugees have already set up new funds to help desperate Huenyan refugees in this current situation. If you are able, please consider donating to one of these funds. Your help will be invaluable in the coming weeks and months, and your generosity could help save lives."
Her tone hardened significantly, becoming serious and commanding, and she switched from Eirian to English. "If you have family or friends in Xiomera, please, reach out to them immediately, and ensure that they get home. If you are currently in Xiomera, and are a foreign national, please, get out now. You may not get another opportunity. After all, who knows what Calhualyana will do next? She has already shown how ruthless and uncaring she can be to her own citizens! Please, if you can hear me, get out of Xiomera now, no matter if you are Huenyan, Eirian, or even Xiomeran, please, get out of the Empire's control, as quickly you can. Calhualyana doesn't care about you, or anyone, and she will stop at nothing to maintain her dictatorial control of Xiomera."
"These despicable acts only further illustrate the cruel ambition of the Xiomeran Empress and her loyal puppets. Any further action or human rights violations will result in immediate action." Stendē straightened her suit. "We are not sycophants to be pushed and kicked around. We are resilient, we are strong, and we are not afraid. Certain people should keep that in mind before their rash decisions are met with serious, irreversible consequences." She averted her gaze from the cameras and to the gathered journalists. "As we all have work to do, I will not be answering questions. Have a good afternoon."
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