1744 Nouvelle Alexandrie election terror plot
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 From left to right; top: (1) Federal Gendarmerie press conference in Cárdenas display seized weapons and explosives; (2) Federal Gendarmerie officers secure evidence at a raid location. Bottom: (1) Federal Gendarmerie patrol Cárdenas Grande Unión Station; (2) Federal Gendarmerie and local police beef up security at the Federal Elections Commission. | |
| Date | 5-8.VI.1744 AN (planned attack) |
|---|---|
| Time | Planned for 8.VI.1744 AN |
| Duration | Three-day operation (2-5.VI.1744 AN) |
| Location |
 Cárdenas, Punta Santiago, Parap, and other cities |
| Also known as | Operation Eternal Vigilance (counter-operation) |
| Type | Foiled coordinated terrorist attack |
| Motive | Disrupt upcoming federal elections, destabilize the government |
| Target | Multiple transportation hubs, government buildings, and election facilities |
| Organised by |
 Confederacy of the Dispossessed |
| Participants | Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie, Intelligence and Research Bureau, Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie, Regional security agencies |
| Outcome | Terror plot foiled, arrests made, evidence seized |
| Non-fatal injuries | 6 (security personnel during arrests) |
| Arrests | 47 |
| Suspects | Members of the Confederacy of the Dispossessed |
| Accused | 47 individuals linked to the Confederacy of the Dispossessed |
| Charges | Terrorism, conspiracy, weapons possession |
| Largest foiled terrorist plot in New Alexandrian history | |
The 1744 Nouvelle Alexandrie election terror plot was a foiled terrorist attack planned by the Confederacy of the Dispossessed targeting multiple locations across Nouvelle Alexandrie in June 1744 AN. On 5.VI.1744 AN, the Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie and the Intelligence and Research Bureau announced they had prevented what would have been the largest terrorist attack in the nation's history.[1] Security forces arrested 47 individuals linked to the Confederacy of the Dispossessed, a non-state actor that has gained strength following the East Keltian Collapse. The coordinated operation prevented multiple simultaneous attacks planned for 8.VI.1744 AN that would have targeted transportation hubs, government buildings, and election infrastructure across the Federation, aimed at disrupting the upcoming general elections scheduled for XI.1744 AN.
According to official statements, the plot involved synchronized bombings at railway stations in Cárdenas, Punta Santiago, and Parap, an attack on the Federal Elections Commission headquarters, and planned assassinations of several high-profile political figures. The operation to disrupt the attack, codenamed Operation Eternal Vigilance, is being described as the most significant counter-terrorism success in the nation's recent history.
Background
The Confederacy of the Dispossessed
The Confederacy of the Dispossessed emerged following the Wars of the Dispossessed as a loosely organized coalition of non-state armed groups composed primarily of stateless individuals and former residents of territories lost to the Green. While initially fragmented and limited in capabilities, security officials report that the Confederacy has considerably expanded its operational capacity since the East Keltian Collapse.
The retreat of Çakaristan from portions of Corum has created additional ungoverned spaces where the Confederacy has established training camps and operational bases. Intelligence reports indicate that the group has consolidated several previously independent militias under its banner and developed more sophisticated command structures and operational planning capabilities.
The group's stated objective is to "reclaim lands for the stateless"[2] and it has consistently opposed the established nation-state system across Micras. Previous smaller-scale attacks attributed to the Confederacy have targeted border installations, government outposts, and refugee processing centers, but never with the scope or ambition of the recently foiled plot.
The Terror Plot
According to documents released by the Department of Defense, planning for the attacks began approximately eight months ago, with the Confederacy establishing cells in major urban centers across Nouvelle Alexandrie. The operation was reportedly coordinated from bases in ungoverned territories in eastern Keltia. Intelligence officials believe the group smuggled weapons and explosives across the borders with the Green over a period of several months, utilizing a network of sympathizers and exploiting vulnerabilities in border security in remote areas.
The plot allegedly involved a coordinated series of attacks across multiple fronts. According to security officials, the terrorists planned simultaneous detonation of explosives at 12 railway stations during peak commuting hours to maximize civilian casualties and create widespread panic. This would be accompanied by vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices targeting the Federal Elections Commission headquarters and four regional electoral offices, directly striking at electoral infrastructure. The comprehensive attack plan also included armed assaults on political rallies and campaign events where large numbers of citizens would be gathered, as well as targeted assassinations of at least five high-ranking government officials, which investigators believe were intended to create a leadership crisis in the midst of the chaos.
The timing of the attacks, planned for 8.VI.1744 AN, appears to have been strategically chosen to maximize disruption to the electoral process and create a climate of fear in the months leading up to the November 1744 general elections.
Intended Targets
Security officials have confirmed that primary targets included:
- Cárdenas Grande Unión Station and Monumento Nacional;
- Punta Santiago Central Station and the Puerto Grande Ferry Terminal;
- Parap MetroRail Plaza del Sol Station;
- The Federal Elections Commission headquarters in Cárdenas;
- Regional electoral offices in Beaufort, Chambéry, Lausanne, and Hato Rey;
- Campaign offices of the Federal Humanist Party, Federal Consensus Party, and the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie.
The attackers also planned to target a major campaign rally scheduled by the Federal Humanist Party on 8.VI.1744 AN in Punta Santiago, where Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez was expected to announce his party's platform for the upcoming elections.
Investigation and Discovery
The plot was uncovered through Operation Eternal Vigilance, a joint counter-terrorism initiative launched in 1742 AN following intelligence reports of increased Confederacy activity near New Alexandrian borders. The operation represented unprecedented coordination between multiple security agencies, including the Federal Gendarmerie of Nouvelle Alexandrie, the Intelligence and Research Bureau, the Military Intelligence Service, and various regional security agencies across the Federation.
According to government statements, the critical breakthrough occurred on 12.IV.1744 AN when regional security forces in North Lyrica intercepted a suspicious weapons shipment. Subsequent interrogation of suspects apprehended during this operation led investigators to documents that outlined portions of the planned attacks. This intelligence prompted expanded surveillance operations targeting suspected Confederate operatives, which ultimately identified key members of the terrorist network and enabled authorities to map out the conspiracy's full scope and operational timeline.
Arrests and Evidence
The culmination of Operation Eternal Vigilance began on 2.VI.1744 AN when security forces conducted synchronized raids across 21 locations in seven regions of the Federation. This coordinated three-day operation resulted in the arrest of 47 individuals on terrorism charges and produced substantial evidence of the plot's advanced stage. Authorities seized 380kg of explosives, confiscated 24 automatic weapons and 18 handguns, and recovered detailed attack plans containing maps, schedules, and target dossiers. Investigators also captured numerous electronic devices containing direct communications with Confederate leadership, providing further evidence of the group's involvement. During the raids, six security personnel sustained minor injuries, though officials reported no civilian casualties.
As of V.1744 AN, all suspects remain held in maximum security facilities while awaiting formal charges. The Department of Justice has indicated it is preparing terrorism and conspiracy charges against the suspects that could potentially result in life imprisonment.
Reaction
Government Response
Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez addressed the nation in a televised broadcast on 6.VI.1744 AN, praising the security forces for their "exceptional vigilance" and reaffirming that the general elections would proceed as scheduled.
"Let me be clear - no terrorist group, no matter how determined, will succeed in disrupting our electoral process or shaking our commitment to democratic governance."
King Sinchi Roca II issued a statement commending the security services and calling for national unity in the face of terrorist threats:
"The people of Nouvelle Alexandrie have demonstrated time and again their resilience in the face of those who would threaten our way of life."
Secretary of Defense Jose Manuel Montero announced increased security measures at transportation hubs, government buildings, and election facilities that would remain in place through the November elections. Additionally, the Council of State has convened an emergency session to review border security procedures and counter-terrorism measures.
Interior Secretary Martinique Gonzalez Villamil emphasized at a press conference that "These individuals intended to strike at the heart of our democracy. Thanks to the exceptional work of our security services, they failed."
Political Reaction
Leaders across the political spectrum have condemned the plot and expressed gratitude to the security services. Gabrielle Fitzgerald, leader of the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie, expressed gratitude to security forces, while Federal Consensus Party's leader, Morissa Baumann, cautioned against restricting civil liberties while pursuing security:
"We must remain vigilant against those who seek to undermine our democratic process, but equally vigilant that in defending our democracy, we do not compromise the freedoms that define it."
Public Reaction
Public response has been characterized by a mixture of relief and concern. Spontaneous gatherings expressing solidarity with security forces occurred in major cities, with particularly large demonstrations in Cárdenas and Punta Santiago. Social media campaigns with the hashtags #UnitedAgainstTerror and #EternalVigilance have gained significant traction.
However, civil liberties groups including the New Alexandrian Civil Rights Union have urged caution regarding expanded security measures, calling for appropriate judicial oversight and respect for due process rights for those arrested.
Impact on Election Preparations
The Federal Elections Commission has announced that election preparations will continue as scheduled, with enhanced security protocols. Commission Chairperson Martinique Aubin stated:
"The Commission is working closely with security agencies to ensure that all electoral facilities are protected. The people of Nouvelle Alexandrie can be confident that the November elections will be secure, fair, and accessible to all eligible voters."
The Commission has announced plans to implement additional security measures at polling places, including enhanced physical security at all voting locations, increased cyber-security for electronic voting systems, the deployment of additional security personnel during early voting and on election day, and the establishment of backup polling locations in case of emergencies.
Investigation Continues
Authorities have indicated that the investigation remains ongoing, with particular focus on identifying the full extent of the Confederacy's network within Nouvelle Alexandrie. The Department of Justice has established a special task force to coordinate the prosecution of those arrested and to pursue additional suspects who may have been involved in the plot.
See also
- Confederacy of the Dispossessed
- Wars of the Dispossessed
- East Keltian Collapse
- New Alexandrian general election, 1744
- Federal Elections Commission (Nouvelle Alexandrie)
