EuroTimes Edition VIII
Italy Invites Spain, Portugal, France, Greece to Talks in Rome Rome, Italy (AP) Italy has, in an explosion of Foreign Policy actions, invited the nations of Spain, Portugal, France, and Greece to talks in Rome to begin discussion of the formation of a new alliance in Europe to be called the NEW Life alliance (New European Way of Life). Italian officials have stated that these nations were chosen for their proximity and close ties to Italy, and that the alliance will hopefully expand in the near future. Scotland Invites FBI to Aid in Investigation of Assassination Attempt on Queen Edinburgh, Scotland (CNN) The first FBI officials have entered England today on a Scottish-lead investigation of the recent alleged attempt on the Queen's life by the Scottish government. The Scottish public, as well as the Scottish government, were outraged by England's claims, and First Minister Scott promptly requested American aid int he investigation as an "impartial third party investigator." Scots and Americans remain confident that the true perpetrators of the act will soon be brought to justice. English officials have still declined to allow English and Scottish investigators to interrogate the accused Scotsman about the attempt. English Parliament, Populous Cry for Peace London, England (AP) The English people and parliament have issued statements recently that they desire for the cold war between England and Scotland to end. Despite recent alleged "attacks on the queen's life" by the Scottish government, most Englishmen believe that, until ties to the Scottish government are actually found, the crime should be treated as any crime: the act of a single man (or small group of men); many English citizens interviewed say that allegations are not enough to commit thousands of people to their deaths. First Minister Scott of Scotland Issues Statement Edinburg, Scotland (CNN) "Scotland has never and will never support terrorism or acts of terrorism, it has been evident from recent event that other nations are better equipped and more willing to resort to violence. To date no evidence has been produced to support these English claims of our involvement in the attempt on the Queens life. She is the head of our state and although this might change next year if the people decide, it is ridiculous for us to try and kill our own head of state. The Queen is apolitical and as such has not provided a opinion on our recent crisis with England. I would have nothing to gain from the Queens death and only loss in influence and international standing. Machiavellia said that to find out the culprit of a crime it is better to look at which party has the most to gain form the crime. Ask yourself if it is England or Scotland that has gain out of this situation. Once again we have never support terrorism in the past or at the present and will not in the future. To help clear our reputation I have started a full public Parliamentary enquire and asked the FBI to investigate the details of this crime to ensure no stone is left unturned." France Increases Foreign Investment, Trade Paris, France (AP) The French government has announced plans to increase economic ties with the nations of Indonesia, Mexico, and Brazil. Though political turmoil has engulfed the rest of Europe, France remains an important international economic force. The United States has commended the French government for its work to assist the faltering economies of South America and Southeast Asia, and has announced that it will step-up its already intensive campaign to aid the modernization of these nations. Romania, Ukraine Petition Moldova for Elections Brussels, Belgium (AP) The Ukranian and Romanian governments asked Moldovian officials to put citizenship to a vote for that nation. Claiming that Moldova rightfully belongs partitioned between Ukraine and Romania, these two governments have agreed to accept the results of the Moldavian vote. Not wanting to upset the important political balance in Eastern Europe, especially with its two most powerful nations, the Moldovian government has agreed to consider the votes, but has made no offical promises. Germany Demands Danish Cession of Land Copenhagen, Denmark (AP) Top government officials in Denmark have released German demands that Denmark aquiesce control of its land, armed forces, etc. to the nation of Germany. Denmark has sought aid from her neighbors in the NU as well as in Benelux, France, and Poland. Danish officials say that they require aid from their friends in Europe, or they will have no choice but to aquiesce to the German demands. "Delende est Scotio"- England Invades Scotland Edinburgh, Scotland (CNN) Air sirens have been sounding almost constantly for the past three hours, when the English RAF began a massive bombing campaign of southern Scotland. Scottish officials claim that Scottish SAM batteries are having a better-than-expected affect on the English air forces, but the English EuroFighter2000 is evading Scottish air defenses as no one expected. Indeed, the EuroFighter seems to be performing about on-par with the F-16, though does not seem to be living up to the expectations previously had for it (it had been hoped to match the F-22H in performance). The English RAF stationed on Scottish soil was nearly totally decimated, as massive Scottish batteries swiftly attacked English airbases as English tanks and troops rolled into Scotland. No one is sure why PM Sheffield of England has decided to invade now, but nationalism and ties with Russia are suspected; PM Sheffield was quoted as saying "Delende est Scotio," or "Scotland must be destroyed,". Russia has dispatech a naval task force headed by a Kiev-class carrier to English waters to aid in the English cause, and American forces have responded with warnings against the English government to cease their ingress or face the consequences. America Calls for Nations of Europe to Unite "Behind a banner of freedom!" Washington, D.C. (AP) The United States government has cited recent English and Russian actions as reason for Europe to united against England and Russia. America has demanded an English cease-fire, and has asserted that American forces will defend Scotland if the need should arise. The Russian government coutnered this claim by stating that Russian forces would also become involved in the conflict should American troops assist the Scots. Russian Forces Enter Belorussia Brussels, Belgium Amid the turmoil around the Scottish-English affair, Russian forces which had ammassed along the boarder of Belorussia, have been given the green-light for invasion. Russian forces have blitzed into the poor eastern nation, and have as yet met little resistance. Polish, Ukranian, Moldovian officials, and others, fear for their safety as the Russian Bear continues to encroach on Eastern Europe. Economics: Europe: Last New Change Germany 5,178 5,167 -11 France 4,396 4,502 +106 England 5,298 5,204 -94 Nordic Union 2,711 2,718 +7 Scotland 573 561 -12 Italy 4,221 4,222 +1 Spain 3,211 3,210 -1 Portugal 1,226 1,234 +12 Poland 1,063 1,071 +8 Ukraine 743 782 +39 Greece 1,048 1,051 +3 Asia: Israel 2,362 2,363 +1 Iran 2,101 2,123 +22