FNS Situational Briefing: 239202.07
From demonstrations on Inox to a blackout on Earth, the FNS Situational Briefing brings you the top stories happening now across the quadrant.
Current Affairs
Presidential prospectives court public opinion
PARIS, EARTH — With three candidates officially in the race and Federation President Nan Bacco herself still undeclared, the 2392 elections have come off to a false start with a lack of popular or notable candidates only a month before the deadline for declaring their intent to run.
Terra Novan Kevin Steiner makes long-rumored presidential bid official
TERRA NOVA — In an unsurprising announcement, Terra Novan councilman Kevin Steiner officially announced his candidacy for the Federation presidency.
Ion storm cripples StarBase 118
TRINITY SECTOR — An ion storm has wreaked havoc with StarBase 118’s systems and sent a civilian freighter crashing into the starbase’s strategic ops tower.
Peace talks between Brekka and Ornara end with a fistfight between planetary ambassadors
ORNARA — Peace talks between the two civilizations of Ornara and Brekka came to a spectacular end today when an Ornaran ambassador threw a fist at a Brekkian delegate.
Narala of Nimbus III joins race for the presidency
NIMBUS III — On the heels of Ambassador Lily Ventu’s presidential campaign announcement, Nimbus III Chief Administrator Narala joined the race for the presidency.
Ambassador Lily Ventu announces campaign for the presidency
EARTH — Ambassador Lily Ventu formally announced her candidacy today for the Presidency of the United Federation of Planets, becoming the first official challenger to incumbent Nan Bacco.
President Nan Bacco assures colonists relief aid as Transport Union strike continues
ESPERANCE — Federation President Nan Bacco has assured colonists that relief aid will be provided as the Federation Transport Union strike entered its third week, but those in the outer colonies are doubtful of the president and the Federation’s convictions.
Terrorists attack Deep Space 10
MENTHAR CORRIDOR — Terrorists calling themselves the Maquis Reborn have launched an attack on Deep Space 10, demanding the release of all remaining Maquis prisoners from Federation penitentiaries.
The Face of Treason
We know her name. We know her face. But who is Roshanara Rahman? Reza Kardgar searches for answers in her hometown.