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Muunilinst Falls to the Chiss Ascendancy

In a stunning turn of events, this morning, Coalition commanders reported the loss of Muunilinst in the Obstrexta sector of the Outer Rim Territories. Although some military analysts had predicted victory for the Coalition on Muunilinst, at least for the remaining duration of this year, initial reports on the ground estimate that the Ascendancy arrived with a force approximately double that of the Coalition, and were able to manuever the battlefield far more effectively than the emplaced Coalition brigades. In a battle that lasted just a few days, it is estimated that over 6,500 Coalition forces were made casualties of war before the full retreat was ordered by Maj. Gen. Barin to Kalee to reenforce ailing numbers of troops on the surface.

The Galactic markets dipped sharply by three percent following the news. Muunilinst was considered a major asset to the Coalition financial sector, with many incorporated businesses and trade routes relying on the planet for their continued success. Further speculation has not been offered by any of the spokespeople for the major brokerages.

To worsen the news, it has been reported that Hazim Kisi, star Smashball player turned Coalition private, has been killed in the action on Muunilinst. The cause of his death is reported to be unknown at this time, with conflicting stories being presented: some present claim enemy bombardment took his life, others say friendly fire. Whichever the case, it remains clear tonight that the Galaxy will be in mourning for Kisi, a hero on the sports field, and now a hero of war, a hero in death. Let his inspiration, however short, lead us through these dark days.

This is Galactic HoloNews, keeping you updated throughout the Galaxy. Stay tuned.

281.21 – Keth Tohll // GHN

Human Soldiers in the Ascendancy Ranks

The Galactic Coalition Military has released significant evidence showing that the typical red eyes and pale blue faces of the Ascendancy infantry are not as dominating as they once were. Official photos taken by Coalition scout units have demonstrated that possibly thousands of non-Chiss (mostly Human) soldiers have been integrated into the ranks of the Ascendancy, likely the products of conquered worlds in the vicinity of the Outer Rim Territories.

This news surfaces as something well short of a shocking impact, as the plausibility of drafting subjugated citizens into the Ascendancy services has often been a point of casual speculation amongst informed viewers. What remains a point of discussion however is the means by which these individuals were accepted into the enemy ranks. Did they do so willingly? Were they brainwashed? Are these individuals serving to protect their families, or simply backing the winning team?

Regardless of the likely various reasons for the diversification of Ascendancy forces, Coalition High Command has quickly stood behind a policy of no tolerance for the obviously new additions to the opposing forces in a statement made in conjunction with the release of official photos:

As unfortunate as this developing evidence may be, we must treat every individual in an enemy uniform on the battlefield as if they were born in the heart of Csilla herself. Terms of surrender will remain consistent however, and any such individual who surrenders shall be treated with the same civilized respect endowed by our understanding leadership throughout the duration of this entire conflict.

281.18 – Bak Sota // GHN

After three long and difficult years, the Order faces some of its most difficult times ahead as the war comes closer and closer to home, a danger already threatening the lives of many brothers and sisters in the Force as they fight by choice alone for the defense of the Coalition and life itself.

It is now that we announce sadly that our Jedi Inquisitors have completed their record of the losses of the Jedi Order with regard to the attacks on Dantooine, Yavin IV, and Ossus. The casualty report is enclosed below, with names appropriate to this branch of the Order also included.

In Memoriam to the fallen. Abide within the entirety of the Force for time forevermore. Rest in peace.

-The Jedi Council

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Chief of State Aquitenne Arrives on Onderon To Promote #8062297C

In response to the worsening fronts in the Outer Rim Territories against both the Chiss Ascendancy and the Mandalorian Empire, conservatives in the Senate have been pushing a new measure this cycle, #8062297C, an initiative that would lower the minimum recruitment age for the Coalition Army from age eighteen to age sixteen. It would provide for the first time this century that minors have been officially allowed to join the military in any context, and would only require the signature of a single parent or other guardian, or, to allow for further options, create an emancipation clause to allow those who cannot get permission to free themselves from custody.

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Terrorist Bombing on Naboo

Galactic Holonews has just learned that at least six Commonwealth guards and one of their ambassadors are dead following a large explosion in the capital of Naboo in the southern Outer Rim Territories. The blast went off past 2200-GST in the evening, causing panic and disorder amidst the streets of the city. It targeted a small diplomatic meeting being held by top-level ambassadors of the Alliance and the Commonwealth at a level two security clearance.

The current mandatory curfew enforced in all Commonwealth territories is said to have had a “significant impact” on limiting the severity of the attack. Following the blast, a small group of local terrorists identified themselves and attempted to defeat the local security forces, but were subsequentially killed once surrounded. Police on Naboo are still searching for possible survivors from this terrorist faction who may have escaped. There is no word at this time on the possible identity of the perpetrators. Information released by the chief of security, however, indicates that the terrorists had an inside man who allowed the other attackers unprecedented access to the safehouse where the diplomatic conference was being held.

The status of the ambassador present for the Alliance is said to be unknown, although local aides report that he was able to escape the fiery impact of the blast by crawling out of the safehouse window into the streets.

281.12 – Elhaar Bitim // GHN