Second Florian Civil War

Second Florian Civil War
	; Map of Florian territories as of 1744.8 AN
Date	1744.8 AN –
Location	Eastern Floria
Status	Ongoing
Belligerents
Floria	East Florian Workers' Front ; Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Eastern Floria
Commanders and leaders
Michael Hutchinson	Ivan Markov
Units involved
FLO Western Command
Strength
445,680	40,000

The Second Florian Civil War is an ongoing major internal conflict in Floria, primarily centered in the eastern regions of the country. It was triggered by a communist uprising known as the Crimson Dawn of 1744, which eventually led to a brutal conflict between the separatist forces of the Democratic Republic of East Floria (DREF) and the UPR-led Florian government in the west.

Background

The early 1740s in Floria were marked by escalating political tensions between the Social Democratic Party (SDP), which was growing significant influence in Eastern Floria, and the conservative, right-leaning UPR dominating the federal government. Eastern Floria, consisting of Mesoun, Outer Mesoun, Southern Ontario, Pentucky, Southcliff, the Temple Islands, and Sri Alba, experienced increasing social unrest fueled by economic inequality, large labour disputes, and dissatisfaction with federal policies perceived as neglectful or repressive.

Eastern Florian forces led by the Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Eastern Floria (RFLEF), capitalised on widespread strikes, distraction from far right, factory occupations, and protests, culminating in the establishment of the East Floria with its capital in Dongrad, Mesoun.

Questions soon arose as to the absence of the formations of Army Group East from the field in Sri Alba and Mesoun. In the uncertain atmosphere of the time, rumours soon began to gain traction to the effect that wholesale desertion and defections were undermining the cohesion of the Florian Army in the eastern states.

Reactions

Domestic

ESB Group (Apollonia): The request of the Resident of the Honourable Company in The Promenade for an enhanced security presence was rapidly met by the Security Directorate through the commencement of Operation Turnstile, with the Apollonian Field Group of the ESB-Holïurs-Afzælt being dispatched from Tiegang to Port Balaine under the command of Siegfried Friedrich Heinrich Einhorn.
Florian National Vanguard Party: The Humanist Archon, Victor Kessler, mobilised the 4th Division of the Humanist Vanguard, the paramilitary wing of the NVP, to support the Florian Army in suppressing the communist uprising in eastern Floria, where armed communist groups had seized towns and clashed with police.
UPR: Alexander Popov, Governor of Mesoun faced harsh criticism from both the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and his own United Republican Party (UPR) for failing to detect or respond to the early signs of armed unrest and was forced to resign from office before being captured by Eastern forces in 1744.9 AN.

International

Aerla: President of Aerla Michel Sabbagh, in a statement on Tweeter, strongly condemned the East Florians, stating that they would "..bring ruin onto their country." and that "Our great Republic will only recognize the current government in Northcliff as the only legitimate government!" A press release from the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Christine Hirschberger, stated that the Foreign Ministry would take "...all appropriate steps to ensure the safe return of all Aerlan nationals back home." and for "...the safeguarding of democratic principles and dignity of all Florians." All Aerlan nationals were ordered to exit Floria as soon as possible, and all diplomatic personnel were evacuated soon after the press release was published. In addition, all commercial flights by Air Aerla to Floria were halted.
Nouvelle Alexandrie: The government of Nouvelle Alexandrie expressed "grave concern" over the ongoing civil conflict in Floria, with Premier Juan Pablo Jimenez reaffirming support for the "democratically elected government of Floria" while condemning "revolutionary violence that threatens regional stability." In a statement following an emergency meeting of the Council of State, Defense Secretary Jose Manuel Montero announced the deployment of the Federal Navy vessels to eastern Florian waters to evacuate over 1,500 New Alexandrian citizens and diplomats from affected regions. The evacuation successfully extracted most New Alexandrians from conflict zones, with naval assets remaining in the area to provide additional support if needed. Secretary of State Victoria Montalbán called for "peaceful dialogue" and that "the territorial integrity of Floria must be respected", while offering to host reconciliation talks in Cárdenas if requested by the conflicting parties.
- The Department of State expresses profound alarm regarding reports of Shireroth pushing discussions concerning chemical weapons deployment in the Florian conflict. Secretary of State Victoria Montalbán issued an unequivocal statement^[1] reaffirming Nouvelle Alexandrie's unwavering commitment to international prohibitions against chemical warfare: "The Federation categorically rejects any contemplation of chemical weapons use, regardless of circumstance or conflict intensity. Such weapons represent a fundamental violation of human dignity and international law that the global community has rightly condemned." The statement further emphasized that Nouvelle Alexandrie stands ready to support diplomatic initiatives addressing the Florian crisis, but warns that any deployment of prohibited weapons would necessitate immediate and severe diplomatic consequences. The Federation has subsequently requested urgent consultations with Shirerithian officials to clarify the concerning reports.
Natopia: Chancellor Isabella Betancourt issued a statement expressing "deep concern over the deteriorating situation in Floria" and affirming Natopia's commitment to regional stability in Apollonia. The Natopian Defense Force placed military assets in Saint Andre on elevated alert status and repositioned elements of the Spacefleet to monitor the conflict zone while maintaining strict non-intervention. The Natopian Court of Calm Waters simultaneously announced a temporary suspension of non-essential diplomatic personnel in eastern Floria and established a humanitarian corridor for the evacuation of Natopian nationals from affected regions, assisted by Nouvelle Alexandrie.
Oportia: Federal Representative Marcel Vermeuil convened an emergency session of the Federal Cabinet of Oportia to address the crisis in Floria. In a public statement, Vermeuil expressed "profound concern over the escalating violence" while emphasizing Oportia's commitment to territorial sovereignty and democratic governance in Floria and calling for "peace and for national elections as soon as possible". The Oportian Federal Congress approved emergency funding for humanitarian aid for Floria, while the Department of State issued travel advisories urging Oportian citizens to evacuate eastern Floria immediately. Nouvelle Alexandrie currently assisting in the evacuation of Oportian citizens in eastern Floria.
Order of the Holy Lakes: The Secretariat of State for External Relations called upon all citizens of the Order to leave the territory of Floria at once, suggesting crossing the nearest border into Çakaristan or Shireroth. Moreover, the Secretariat stated that the Floria–Order of the Holy Lakes Free Trade Agreement was no longer enforceable and thus put on indefinite hold.
Mondosphere: Ermingander Village expressed "concern" over the outbreak of armed conflict in Floria. In a brief public statement, Highbloom's Director of Friendship and the Mondosphere, Ned Bleeble, described the situation as "not very jolly at all".
Shireroth On behalf of Kaiser Ayreon V, Steward Shen Suyi expressed grave concern over the eruption of civil war in Floria. He publicly reminded the Florians in a tlevision broadcast of the lasting scars left by the Kalirion Fracture and the more recent Mango Anarchy, condemning the revolutionaries for steering Floria toward chaos, and instability that threatens the broader security of the Apollonian continent. While officially withholding direct support for the Florian government, Suyi engaged in discreet talks with the Florian president, Baron Hutchinson of Pentucky (a title awarded for his diplomatic role in resolving the Shiro-Benacian War). Behind closed doors, the two sides explored the creation of refugee zones within secure Shirerithian territories, particularly in Audentior and Outer Antya Prefecture. Additionally, contingency plans were laid for the quiet transfer of surplus weaponry to bolster the Florian military, should the need arise. Silent approval for chemical weapons, if necessary, was also voiced during one of the meetings.
Çakaristan:The government expressed serious concerns to the Florian government. In a press conference, the Grand Vizier stated that the government is wary of preventing the conflict from crossing the border. "Either as a safe haven to flee the Florian Armed Forces or as a continuation of the conflict against the Çakar Empire. Both the border in the Thul Marusthal and across the Monalan Parvat is difficult to control, which is why the Çakari Border Guard has been put on high alert and is receiving support from other armed forces units. Intelligence on activities near the border is shared with Northcliff, and should the Florian Government wish it, Agra is open to further military support."