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First Italian Invasion Attempt on Malta
As WWII escalates, Italy launches its first invasion attempt on Malta, expecting a swift victory over the British-held island. However, the Maltese, reinforced by British forces, mount a fierce defense, turning the invasion into a disaster for Italy. Italian forces face heavy casualties and retreat. The failure shocks Mussolini’s regime, exposing weaknesses in the Italian military and turning Malta into a key symbol of resistance against fascist aggression. -
Operation Barbarossa Begins
Swift, effective and devesating. The German Army begin their ruthless assault into the Soviet Union pushing deep into Ukraine, Belarus and the Baltic States. In a short few months the fronts of the Soviets collapse and the cities of Leningrad and Moscow are Threatened. -
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Eastern Front of the European Theater
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Stavka Directive No. 3
Germany saw success and the Soviets saw defeat. In a desperate attempt to halt the impossible to prepare for the efficacy of the Nazi War machine, the Soviets began a series of defensive operations and counterattacks to save Moscow and Leningrad from falling and begin to move towards a full frontline counterattack. The cities were saved but the Nazis held firm in their new gains. -
Soviet Winter Offensive secures front
With a broad defense-in-depth system of operations finally bore fruit and halted future advances, the Soviets began a winter counter-offensive that saw the regaining of lost territory revitalizing the Red Army. -
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Soviet Industrialization and Militarization Plan
Under orders from Stalin, a grand reconstruction and revitalization plan was initiated. The industry was moved east of the Urals. Cities were evacuated and the army began a massive expansion plan to increase the size of ready and fully equipped soldiers for the future reclamation battle plans. -
The Siege of Malta Intensifies
Following multiple failed attempts to invade Malta, Italy begins a prolonged siege of the island. Bombardments intensify, making it one of the most heavily bombed areas in the war. Despite severe shortages of food and supplies, the British garrison, supported by the Royal Navy and local Maltese militias, hold firm. The continued Italian failure to take the island strengthens British resolve in the Mediterranean, setting the stage for Malta's post-war role as a symbol of defiance against fascism. -
Formation of the Malayan Protectorate
After consolidating their control, the Japanese establish the Malayan Protectorate, a puppet state controlled by the Japanese military. The Sultanates of Johor, Kedah, Perak, and others are allowed nominal authority, but the real power rests with the Japanese administrators. Singapore is fully integrated into the Japanese Empire as a directly governed territory -
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Case Blue
The Nazi war plan to continue their push into the Soviets was, like the start of the war, effective. Hundreds of thousands were encircled and hundreds of thousands were killed. With its success came the initial foundation and planning of the General Plan-Ost. Stalingrad was captured and the Nazis pushed deeper into the Caucuses. Pushes into Central Asia however were halted. -
Battle of Stalingrad
Stalingrad had fallen but the battle wasn't over. December was a winter of blood as over a million soldiers died for that city leaving it a wreck of its former cityscape. The Soviets captured and lost the city numerous times eventually by Christmas day fully losing the city and being pushed back to the Volga estuary where the frontline would inevitably stabilize. -
The Hydra Memoranda Presented to Hitler
Himmler, along with Key SS advisors and members, presented the so-called "Hydra Memoranda" to Hitler beginning to seed doubt in Hitler's mind that he could trust no one... No one except Himmler of course. -
Operation Sunrise: Italy's Final Push for Malta
In a desperate bid to turn the tide of the war, Italy launches "Operation Sunrise," their final major assault on Malta. Coordinated air, sea, and land attacks are met with fierce resistance, as British forces, supported by Malta's underground network, sabotage Italian advances. After weeks of brutal fighting, Italy suffers yet another defeat, marking the collapse of Mussolini’s Maltese ambitions. -
Battle of Kursk
The Battle of Kursk was a brutal and vile battle that saw a major victory for the Soviets at the cost of too much manpower and equipment to consider it a long-term benefit for the war effort. While the cities capture allowed the Soviets to prepare for operations deeper into Ukraine it also left them in a state of disorganization and devastation that those future operations never could come. -
Germany Fully Secures the Caucasus
With the battle of Tbilisi and Abkhazia at an end, the Nazis have raised their flag in every city and town across these oil-rich lands. Preparations to begin extracting oil were underway before the army rolled through every street with their Panzers, but now a fully operational oil extraction and refining campaign could begin. -
Operation Citadel
The last push, the final struggle to destroy the soviet front and take Moscow and finally achieve the AA-Line. Against all odds, against the fiery rage of the defenders of the Union, the Men and Women who dared to defy the Hun with all their might were crushed under the treads of the Metal horrors made in some factory across the Vistula. The Germans were going to win, it was obvious to everyone now. Not even Stalin, the man of Iron, could put together a speech to deny that the Union has fallen. -
Gibraltar Threatened
During the final stages of WWII, Francoist Spain begins covert operations against British forces stationed in Gibraltar. The strategic territory, critical for controlling the Mediterranean, faces sabotage attempts and intelligence warfare, though Spain stops short of open military confrontation, Franco continues to allow the Nazis and Italians to ship in agents and arms to insurgents on the rock leading to a handful of incidents within Gibraltar. -
Order No. 0475 - Perm Government Established
Moscow had fallen, the nazis continued their push to the Urals and a new Defacto Capital had to be chosen. Of all the options, Perm made the most sense. It was, perhaps ironically, declared 4 years after the start of Operation Barbarossa. -
Proclamation of Indonesian Independence
At 10:00 Tokyo Standard Time on Friday, 17 August 1945 in Jakarta with the full backing of Japan, Indonesia officially declared their independence from the Dutch and formed the new United States of Indonesia becoming a full-fledged member of the Greater East Asian Coprosperity Sphere -
1/3rd Plan Enacted
Pavelić of the Reorganized Croatian State implements the "Thirds Policy," a brutal initiative to kill one-third of the Serb population, deport another third, and forcibly convert the remaining third to Catholicism. -
Formation of the Bucharest Pact
Romania establishes the Bucharest Pact, initially including only Romania and its Transnistria colony. The alliance is aimed at securing Romania's territorial gains and providing a buffer against future Hungarian or German aggression. This move signifies Romania’s growing influence in the Balkans as it consolidates control over Northern Transylvania. Germany, now more focused on stabilizing Slovenia, is unable to fully intervene in Romania's rise. -
Signing of the Anti-Fascism Defense Act
In a bold move to counter domestic extremism, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Anti-Fascism Defense Act into law. The legislation provides sweeping powers to federal agencies to monitor, investigate, and dismantle fascist and Nazi organizations within the United States. The act is a necessary measure to prevent fascist ideologies in America, particularly in the wake of World War II. It lays the foundation for future crackdowns on groups like the German American Bund. -
Stalin Dies
Stalin dies from an Unknown cause, many suspect assassination others believe it was simply a health failure - whatever the reason, Beria took full advantage of his death and began an rapid take over via NKVD activities, backroom deals, assassinations and speeches calling for Unity against Fascism of the world. -
Beria Coup Succeeds
Following the death of Stalin and a week of rapid decline in unity and chaos, Beria came out ontop as the new leader of the Soviet Union. Some died, others disappeared, but everyone knows that Beria was the only one who could have succeeded Stalin... Right? -
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The Berian Era
Almost two decades marred by brutal suppression of the people remaining in a beaten but not broken Soviet Union. Beria rules with an Iron fist and with an exalted NKVD who do as he commands to whomever he wishes. This era would finally end in a not too dissimilar way as Stalin, a mysterious death. -
Pact of Steel Falters
Italy grew in power after the war but had a lot of land consolidation to deal with, at this time the Nazis still had great influence in the Adriatic thanks to their Croatian puppet and the demand for more shipping lane access seemed to never end. Italy began to shift away from Germany on this day with the signing of the new "Italian Rejuvenation Decree" which notably declared the Adriatic to be "The Sea of Italy and Italy Alone" -
Great Perm Trials
To eliminate any lingering opposition, Beria orchestrates a series of public show trials in Perm, accusing former Stalinist elites, military officers, and dissenters of conspiring with Nazi forces or plotting against the regime. Dozens are executed or sent to labor camps in Siberia, securing Beria’s dominance. -
Republican Takeover After FDR's Death
With FDR's death and the end of Truman's presidency, the Republicans gain control. While isolationist rhetoric grows, they maintain America’s global military presence, keeping a powerful armed force stationed abroad. The Republicans balance public desire for non-intervention with a need to project strength, particularly in regions like the Middle East, Australia and Latin America where U.S. influence counters rising Nazi and Japanese power. -
Hermann Göring is pressured into retirement
After Himmler manipulates Hitler into believing Göring has ambitions to challenge his authority, Himmler’s SS takes control of many of Göring’s economic and military resources, particularly within the Luftwaffe. -
Hitlers Health Declines, Europe Shakes
A public stroke shook the entirety of Europe as the Fuhrer fell from a podium and cracked open his head. Italy officially breaks from the Axis, Romania leaves and begins to threaten Hungary, Croatia declares an end to Nazi occupation and the German colonies begin to go up in flames with rebel groups taking over towns, cities and rural areas - the empire was in Chaos. -
Romanian Threats to Hungary
Following Hitler's collapse and coma on April 10, 1948, Romania escalates its territorial demands on Hungary, particularly regarding Northern Transylvania. With Germany's leadership paralyzed, Romania begins massing troops on the Hungarian border, pressuring Hungary to cede the contested region. Hungary, now isolated, appeals to Berlin for support, but with Hitler incapacitated, German response is slow, allowing Romania to gain momentum. -
Hitler Arises and Unites Germany
A stroke, a coma and the brink of civil war, Hitler broke from his comatose state and ended the conflict before it could truly start. over 200 nazi official were imprisoned and even more were killed following a bloody week of Fuhrer directive Germany was at peace, but the Empire would never be the same -
Siberian Relocation and Development Initiative
A mass redistributing of displaced soviets who fled the collapsing western Russian lands began to be dispersed to cities beyond the Urals both old and new to begin a massive revitalization campaign. The Gulag system was greatly expanded with over a million new labourers within the system from the numerous captured nazis, collaborates, dissidents and traitors to the Union. -
Japan Invades The Soviet Union
In a blitz considered impossible, Japan struck the Soviet Union in the east besieging Vladivostok, occupying the Kuril Islands and the rest of Sahkalin. While deeper into Siberia was considered an impossible task, the key city of Vladivostok was made to be the most important goal of this invasion. Unfortunately for Japan they did not expect the supposedly defeated Soviet Union to be able to put up a fight on land and even to a degree at sea. -
Outbreak of the Romanian-Hungarian War
Romania invades Hungary on August 28, 1948, launching a full-scale military offensive into Northern Transylvania. Romanian forces push through Hungarian defenses, bolstered by superior equipment and strategy. Hungary, weakened by political instability, struggles to contain the Romanian advance. Despite pockets of resistance, Romanian troops steadily gain ground, putting Hungary on the defensive. -
German Invasion of Hungarian Slovenia
With Romania's invasion of Hungary in full swing, Hitler recovers and, on November 4, 1948, orders Germany to invade Hungarian-controlled Slovenia. Germany frames the invasion as a necessary intervention to "contain instability" in the region, though it is primarily an effort to reassert control over Hungary’s deteriorating situation. German forces quickly seize key positions in Slovenia, cutting Hungary off from the Adriatic Sea and further weakening its strategic position. -
Croatian Invasion of Serbia
Serbia, nominally a puppet state under German influence, is invaded by the Ustase. The invasion occurs as the Nazi leadership in Berlin falters due to Hitler’s declining health, and the once-monolithic Axis alliance begins to fragment. The Ustase justify the invasion as a "safety measure" as Serbia houses many Serbian Nationalists who seek to destabilize and destroy the new Croatian State. The War brings untold horrors to the region in which the 1/3rd plan is brought back to the Serbian mind. -
Refounding of the Republic of Carpatho-Ukraine
in the final days of the Romanian-Hungarian war, Ukrainian nationalists revolt against Hungary, declaring the Republic of Carpatho-Ukraine. Taking advantage of Hungary's weakened state, the new republic quickly gains Romanian support, which seeks to diminish Hungarian influence in the region. With Romanian backing, Carpatho-Ukraine achieves independence, positioning itself as a buffer state against Hungary and complicating the regional power dynamics further. -
Hungary Surrenders Northern Transylvania
After months of fighting, Hungary surrenders Northern Transylvania to Romania on February 1, 1949. With German occupation in Slovenia and Romanian forces overwhelming its defenses, Hungary capitulates, officially ending the war. Romania secures control over Northern Transylvania, establishing itself as a dominant power in the region. -
Crackdown on the German American Bund
In the aftermath of World War II, as part of the U.S. government's firm stance against fascism at home, the FBI launches a massive crackdown on the German American Bund, targeting its leaders and dismantling its network. Public support for the crackdown is strong, with the Bund portrayed as un-American despite its previous influence. This event sets the precedent for the U.S.'s harsh domestic anti-fascist policies, while paradoxically supporting authoritarian regimes abroad. -
Soviet Nuclear Commission founded
The Nazis had made the bomb, they dropped it over the Urals devastating Petropavl and bringing forth the new age, the nuclear age. Beria would gather up as many physicists of all colors and creeds and move them deep into Siberia away from the war so that they could immediately begin their nuclear project. -
Croatian State Atomic Commission
The Ustase establish the Croatian State Atomic Commission, beginning their covert nuclear research program. Initial scientific knowledge is obtained from secretive deals with German scientists, many of whom are facing disillusionment with the Nazi regime who have begun to underfund scientific endeavors. -
Founding of UFNA
After the conclusion of World War II, the United States establishes the United Free Nations Alliance (UFNA) to unify democratic nations against the growing threat of fascism led by Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan. Founding members include the U.S., Canada, the UK and South Africa. -
Bulgaria and Carpatho-Ukraine Join the Bucharest Pact
Bulgaria and the reestablished Republic of Carpatho-Ukraine join the Bucharest Pact. With Nazi influence in the Balkans weakening, the pact solidifies Romania's leadership in the region. Romania's military success and the growing instability across Europe attract new allies, positioning the Bucharest Pact as a formidable power bloc in Eastern Europe. -
Italo-Croat War
Italy, overwhelmed by an ongoing revolt in Libya and East Africa, is left weakened in their Illyrian colonies. Croatia, emboldened by the continuous decline in Italo-German relations and the falling of the Axis strikes westward to return their rightful coastline to them. This war expanded into Montenegro, Albania and even into Serbia where Croatia experiences a great success on all fronts due to the chaos in Germany and Italy. -
Foundation of the National Magyar Movement
Following Romania's consolidation of power in Northern Transylvania, the National Magyar Movement is established by Hungarian nationalists seeking to reclaim lost territories. Active mainly in Northern Transylvania, Banat, and border towns, the insurgents launch guerrilla attacks against Romanian military targets. Their aim is to undermine Romanian authority and rally support from the Hungarian minority. Discreet assistance from Hungary intensifies tensions between Romania and Hungary. -
Canadian National Unity Act
After WWII, Canada faces growing internal fractures, particularly between English-speaking Canada and French-speaking Quebec. To counter these tensions, the Canadian National Unity Act is passed to promote bilingualism and federal programs aimed at appeasing Quebec. This event is a precursor to the quiet revolution of Quebec in the 1960s. Despite these efforts, separatist tensions rise in the background, with Quebec nationalists opposing close U.S. alignment. -
Rise of American Isolationism
Though public opinion shifts toward isolationism following World War II, the U.S. remains heavily invested in military operations, particularly in Israel and other strategic regions. Diplomatic influence is backed by military might, with the U.S. curtailing Nazi and Japanese influence without overt intervention in Europe or Asia. A minor scandal erupts when it is revealed the U.S. had been more actively supporting Israel than initially stated, briefly damaging public support but recovered after. -
Malayan Communist Party Resistance Begins
The Malayan Communist Party were never going to sit idle as Japan colonized their homeland and destroy the culture of their people. The Sultans were happy with their autonomy and the military was ineffective and weak, the Malayan Communist Party declared an open state of Rebellion by killing the first military Governor of Malaya, Tomoyuki Yamashita, in his private property 3 miles north of Japanese Singapore. -
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Malayan Communist Insurgency
With the assassination of Tomoyuki Yamashita, Malaya was turned into a battle ground not even 10 years after Japan's Victory, after 24 years of constant conflict there is no end in sight as more Japanese soldiers are poured into Malaya and more Malayans take up arms against Japanese Imperialism. -
Siege of Yekaterinburg
The First step towards the great patriotic wars continuation, Yekaterinburg was under partial occupation by Nazi forces. It would be from this siege that the Urals stopped being the wall of the Reich and instead be their personal frozen hell as soviet incursions began pushing the Nazis back to their original goal of the AA-Line. -
Israel Declares its Independence
The British Empire by this point was being held together with glue and gum, it only would take one event to see it all topple over and that would be Israels Declaration of Independence. Israel almost immediately began an ethnic cleansing campaign against the Palestinian population displacing hundreds of thousands if not millions of Palestinians which began to press the Arab nations to prepare a response. -
The First Arab-Israeli War
The First Arab-Israeli War begins as Israeli forces defend their territory against Arab invaders. Zionist militias, bolstered by support from the U.S. and clandestine arms shipments, manage to hold their ground against a disorganized Arab offensive. Egypt’s Gamal Abdel Nasser, then a rising figure in the Egyptian military, begins to advocate for a Pan-Arab vision to counterbalance Israeli expansion. -
Britain Withdraws from Palestine
British forces formally withdraw from Palestine, unable to sustain a foothold due to increased domestic unrest across their empire, Israel continuous battering against British forces and the USA beginning to pressure Britain to give the land to Israel as American shipments of soldiers and equipment begin to funnel into Israel. -
The Novi Sad Incident
In the Hungarian occupied city of Novi Sad, a group of Croatian youths are found killed, supposedly they were executed by a firing squad from local Hungarian nationalist Paramilitaries. Croatia uses this incident as justification for an invasion against the already weakened Hungarian State from the ongoing border crisis with Romania. The invasion is swift and brutal leading to the return of northern Transylvania to Romania and the establishment of an Ustase Chapter in Hungary. -
NKVD Reorganized
The NKVD was now the backbone of the Soviet state. From organizing the workers to general policing to handling the communications between the different military branches, Beria's secret police were everywhere, and the state was his, for the NKVD was now the state. -
End of the First Arab-Israeli War
It was Patton, General of the Third American-Israeli Army who made the peace possible. Striking directly into Syria and taking Damascus in a month from crossing the border. The Damascus Accord was signed, and an Israeli state was created with a Palestinian state being allowed to exist in the west-bank region with a permanent occupation of Gaza. -
Post-War Tensions in Malta
Though Italy was defeated in WWII, post-war fascist sentiment remains strong in the Italian government. The proximity of Fascist Italy to Malta creates renewed tensions, with covert Italian agents attempting to destabilize the island. The British intelligence services uncover an Italian plot to fund pro-Italian nationalist factions in Malta, intending to stir unrest and push for unification with Italy. British authorities crack down harshly. -
Italy Cools Tensions with UFNA
Following the Malta Incident, Italy, under internal pressure, seeks to ease tensions with UFNA by officially apologizing for the misfire. Italian diplomats open talks with UFNA, aiming to rebuild relations and avoid war. With Germany’s influence waning and the Nazi-aligned bloc weakening, Italy begins positioning itself as a more neutral actor in Europe, looking to repair its strained reputation and to become a buffer between UFNA and Nazi forces. -
The British Empire Collapses
The first day of the third month in the year of our lord, 1953, would be a date that will live in infamy for the great empire of the British, a supposed bulwark against fascism and Nazism after the catastrophe of the 40's, has finally been laid to rest with the Queen herself, Elizabeth, declaring and end to the empire following over 300 incidents across the empire of open revolt and revolution. All soldiers are to return home and the navy to be docked. The empire falls. -
Kingdom of Iraq Overthrown by Qasimists
The Iraqi monarchy is overthrown by socialist revolutionaries, with Abd al-Karim Qasim emerging as the new leader. Qasim aligns Iraq with Nasser’s Egypt, embracing socialist reforms and taking a hard stance against Israel. The nationalization of oil industries begins, angering Western powers but empowering the growing socialist bloc in the region. -
Nuclear bombs Fly in Russia
With the Urals lost and the Soviet incursions finally at an end, the Nazis and the Soviets threw a total of 3 nuclear bombs, two Nazi and one Soviet. Their destruction of the soldiers and cities they were detonated atop forced the war to end finally. No peace would be signed by an uneasy unofficial ceasefire would commence from here on. -
Martin Bormann Imprisoned
With charges of Conspiracy against the Reich, Germans, and Hitler himself Martin Bormann is arrested and imprisoned in 4 hours. He is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars for crimes he continues to claim he never committed. His failures in the East are used as proof of his crimes. -
Kingdom of Egypt Overthrown by Nasser Coup
Gamal Abdel Nasser leads a military coup in Egypt, overthrowing King Farouk and establishing a republic. Nasser begins pushing his vision of Arab socialism, becoming a champion of Pan-Arab nationalism and aligning Egypt with other revolutionary movements across the region. His ideas inspire socialists and anti-colonial movements throughout the Middle East and becomes the largest opponent to the new American backed Israel -
Hitler Declares Himmler Reichsprotektor
In his first public appereance since the victory against the Soviets some time ago, Hitler had announced the failure of his most trusted advisors and the corruption he had failed to see. The last man and the last group he said could be trusted was Himmler and his SS. Himmler on this day became the second most powerful man in Germany. -
Italy Halts Arms Shipment to Nazi Germany
In a surprising turn, Italy halts a major arms shipment destined for Nazi Germany. The shipment, initially arranged under older agreements from the Pact of Steel era, is suspended as Italian leaders attempt to distance themselves further from their former Axis ally. This move, framed as a response to German aggression in Europe, is seen as another step toward Italy positioning itself as a possible neutral or even unexpected ally for UFNA in the region. -
Britain Annexes Remaining Arabic Colonies
With the collapse of the British Empire looming, British forces move to directly annex the various remaining arabic colonies such as southern yemen, the trucial states, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait. This is a last-ditch effort to secure strategic holdings in the Arabian Peninsula and maintain control over the Red Sea shipping lanes. -
Italy Eases Trade Restrictions with UFNA
Italy announces the easing of certain trade restrictions on non-military goods with UFNA members for Mediterranean pact members. The shift is presented domestically as an effort to boost Italy's economy, but foreign analysts view it as a subtle gesture to avoid economic isolation and to maintain relevance in a Europe -
Nigeria Declares a Republic
Nigeria formally declares independence from the collapsing British Empire. However, the weak successor government is plagued by internal strife, ethnic divisions, and an inability to address long-standing grievances between the country's major regions. Political instability ensues, setting the stage for future turmoil. -
Himmler Issues the Reich Protection Decree
The final act and piece necessary to finish Himmlers plans. Hitler was bedridden having appeared in public only on days where he was able to stand on his own. This Decree placed all internal security and intelligence operations under SS control. The Gestapo and the Abwehr were absorbed into the SS. -
Lebanon and Jordan Struggle against Revolution
Socialist movements erupt in Lebanon and Jordan. Lebanon’s revolutionaries briefly seize parts of Beirut, but the revolution is put down by French State-backed forces. In Jordan, King Hussein, supported by the U.K. and covert Nazi agents seeking to maintain control in the region, suppresses a growing socialist movement with brutal crackdowns. -
National Order Police Act Issued
Himmler issued that all Police, to better protect the Reich, Nazism, and Germans across their vast empire had to be reorganized as the SS-Ordnungspolizei. Their uniforms were changed, their means of communication modernized and modified and the hierarchy restructured to parallel the Waffen-SS rank structure tying the police and the army as a single united entity with the same goals. -
Military Integration with the U.S.
In light of global threats posed by the Nazi and Japanese empires, Canada and the U.S. formalize their military alliance through the North American Defense Pact. This agreement ensures that Canadian military and economic policies are closely aligned with the U.S., solidifying the continent as a bulwark against fascism and Japanese expansion in the Pacific. Canada benefits economically from U.S. defense contracts but also faces protests over its perceived loss of sovereignty. -
Unification of Syria-Egypt
Nasser forms the United Arab Republic (UAR) with Syria, merging the two countries into a single state. This is seen as the first step in a broader Pan-Arab union, designed to resist Zionist expansion and support the Palestinian cause. Iraq begins discussions of joining the UAR but maintains its independence for the time being. -
Italy Sends Diplomatic Delegates to UFNA Summit
Without formally committing to any alliances, Italy sends low-level diplomatic delegates to observe a UFNA summit. This symbolic act allows Italy to gain intelligence on UFNA's strategies while maintaining an official stance of neutrality. The move is carefully controlled, ensuring that domestically it is seen as non-committal, while signaling to UFNA that Italy may be open to more nuanced cooperation in the future. -
Gibraltar's Tensions with Francoist Spain Escalate
As Francoist Spain continues to assert control over the Iberian Peninsula, tensions with Gibraltar heighten. Spain begins a series of economic blockades, cutting off supplies to the British territory, hoping to force the British to the negotiation table. The British government, refusing to concede, send in the royal navy leading to a standoff. Just before shells were to be launched by the opposing sides, the blockade was promised to end by the end of the week and so, for now, peace was held. -
Indo-Nepalese Border Disputes
Nepal has for a long time claimed a greater Nepal, deep into what is today India it saw as its rightful land and people and now with the collapse of British rule Nepal has begun to press their claims over much of the "Greater Nepal" idea. -
Smolensk Uprising
In Occupied Smolensk, the slavs have had enough! An uprising would take place where over a million slaves and civilians and even some german dissidents would organize into a great liberation movement. Himmler, now the effective ruler of Germany with Hitlers health declining, moved in the SS with heavy armor, vehicles, and experimental units to put down the uprising. Every slave and citizen of Smolensk would after that be liquidated and the city rebuilt for Aryan settlement. -
Bormann freed from Prison and exiled to Bavaria
Bormann was never to be a threat again, he had no powerbase to go back to and the SS controlled every aspect of the Reich. So as a sign of a renewed Reich Himmler made a big show of Bormann being freed from captivity and being allowed to return to the glorious Reich as an SS office pencil pusher. -
Saudi Arabia Declares "Holy Arabian Lands" Doctrine
Saudi Arabia, under King Saud, declares the "Holy Arabian Lands" Doctrine, positioning itself as the sole protector of Islam’s holiest sites. This doctrine serves as justification for future actions against foreign colonial holdings in the Arabian Peninsula, particularly British-controlled territories like Qatar, Bahrain, and the UAE. -
Biratnagar Clashes
Biratnagar, a city in Nepal, became the battle ground of Indian and Nepalese soldiers as a Nepalese General crossed the border and occupied the town of Jogbani in India. The first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru, demanded the soldiers leave immediately and Nepal apologize and pay for the damages, but such demands went unanswered. -
Second Arab-Israeli War Begins
Egypt-Syria or the United Arab Republic (UAR) perform a joint strike against Israel utilizing equipment of French, German and Soviet origin. Israel was seemingly prepared for such an attack and immediately began a war on all fronts including into non-actors such as Lebanon and Jordan. French-State forces once more fought Israel and were able to maintain the last remanent of their Arabian colonies for now. -
The New Axis of Illyria
After several years of brutal occupation, the Ustase finalize the consolidation of Hungary, Serbia, and Albania into militarized puppet states, all under heavy Ustase surveillance. The regime’s genocidal and repressive policies, particularly against Serbs and other minorities, intensify. In this Croatia also announces the foundation of a new counter-weight to the Nazis and Italians, the Greater Illyrian Axis, an open door to all who stand against Nazism and Italian Fascism! -
Nepal Officially Invades India
King Mahendra ordered the Nepalese Army to invade the Terai region in a surprise attack. Despite the strained situation, Indian forces were caught off guard due to their commitment to suppressing uprisings in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Nepal, with its experience in mountain warfare, achieved early victories, quickly overwhelming local Indian garrisons. -
Second Arab-Israeli War Ends
Despite the joint effort Israel was able to come out on top once more occupying the Golan Heights and a deeper occupation of the Sinai. Settlement and depopulation efforts begin almost immediately after the war with new Hebrew names being given to various locations as Arab populations are sent west into Egypt, moved to Ghettos or sent to their graves through extermination campaigns. -
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The Himalayan Stalemate
During the Ongoing Indo-Nepal War a period known as the Himalayan Stalemate would take place in which thousands of soldiers on both sides would perish within the brutal mountains the nations shared. This period would see exacerbated stress for India as a revolt took place in Bangladesh and Burma which led to soldiers needed for the war effort to divert and put down these revolts. -
Saudi Arabia’s Failed "Gulf Unification" Attempt
Saudi Arabia attempts a military and diplomatic push to unify the Arabian Gulf states under its banner. It pressures British-occupied Qatar, Bahrain, and the Trucial States to join, framing it as liberation from colonial rule. The British, however, reinforce their control, leading to a diplomatic standoff, and Saudi Arabia is forced to back down. -
American Nazi Party Raid
With the rise of fascist sympathies, the American Nazi Party becomes a focus of the U.S. government's internal security measures. A violent FBI raid in Arlington, Virginia, targets key figures of the American Nazi Party, including leader George Lincoln Rockwell. The raid ignites public debate but is broadly supported by both Republicans and Democrats as the government seeks to maintain a staunch anti-Nazi position domestically. -
Support for Israel: UFNA in the Middle East
UFNA steps in to back Israel during the second Arab-Israeli war securing vital aid and military support in the face of Arab Socialist forces. Despite backlash from various Arab nations, the alliance solidifies its commitment to Israel, which becomes a cornerstone of UFNA's influence and foreign policy in the Middle East. -
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Nigerian Civil War
The Nigerian Civil War erupted after British colonial collapse, with ethnic and regional factions vying for control. The Igbo southeast declared Biafra, while the northern Hausa-Fulani formed the Islamic Emirate of Sokoto. Amidst these tensions, Cameroon annexed parts of eastern Nigeria, fueling further unrest. After brutal fighting, Nigeria unified in 1965, integrating Sokoto, but a slow-burn conflict with Cameroon over lost territory continues to this day. -
Iraqi Annexation of Kuwait
Iraq, under its Pan-Arab socialist regime, officially invades and annexes Kuwait. The annexation is swift, with little resistance, as Kuwait's government collapses under internal pressures from Pan-Arab nationalist factions. The annexation is justified as part of Iraq's ambition to lead a unified Arab nation, and the Iraqi government quickly nationalizes Kuwaiti oil. -
Biafra Secession
The Eastern Region, dominated by the Igbo ethnic group, declares independence, forming the Republic of Biafra. Ethnic tensions, particularly over access to the oil-rich Niger Delta, drive the Eastern Region to secede. The Federal Government, based in Lagos, refuses to recognize Biafra's independence, sparking the beginning of the civil war. -
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Siege of Port Harcourt
Federal Nigerian forces, intent on regaining control of the Eastern Region, launch an offensive aimed at retaking Port Harcourt, a key economic hub for Biafra due to its oil reserves. The siege lasts for months, with fierce fighting and widespread destruction. Biafran forces, severely outgunned and undersupplied, eventually lose the city, crippling their oil-dependent economy and morale. -
Nepal's Narrow Victory
After more than two years of fighting, India agrees to a ceasefire. The Treaty of Kathmandu is signed, with Nepal retaining its sovereignty and key border territories. While Nepal celebrates its hard-fought victory, the country is left economically devastated. India, on the other hand, faces a severe political crisis that soon escalates into civil war. -
Israel Seizes Golan Heights
Despite the peace from the Second Arab Israeli War intending to last for many years, Israel pressed their luck and invaded the Syrian territory of the United Arab Republic. Border skirmishes turned to invasion turned to occupation in the span of a single heated day. -
First Sokoto Uprising
The northern regions, led by the Islamic Emirate of Sokoto, demand further autonomy from the central government in Lagos. Unlike the Igbo-driven Biafra, Sokoto’s rebellion is driven by the Hausa-Fulani elite and has strong religious overtones. The Nigerian government now faces a war on two fronts: one ethnic and one religious. Sokoto's control over vast northern territories complicates the Federal Government's efforts to maintain national unity. -
Lagos Attacked
In a bold move, pro-Biafran militias and allied anti-government forces launch an attack on Lagos, Nigeria’s capital. Though the offensive is eventually repelled, the attack exposes the fragility of the government’s control, causing widespread panic. -
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Sri Lanka’s Guerilla War
In the wake of the Indian Civil War, Sri Lanka, formerly occupied by India, erupts into guerilla warfare. The Tamil Eelam movement, alongside leftist and nationalist groups, wages a war of independence against the Union State’s occupation forces. The dense jungles and island terrain make it difficult for the Union State to establish total control, and the war continues into 1974. -
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Northern Offensive and Sokoto War
Determined to reestablish control over the north, Federal Nigerian forces shift focus to quelling Sokoto's rebellion. The six-month offensive against the Emirate sees brutal desert warfare, with Federal forces struggling to navigate the terrain and deal with insurgent tactics. Despite heavy casualties on both sides, Sokoto is forced to accept a ceasefire by June 1961, securing a high degree of autonomy under Nigerian suzerainty. However, tensions in the region remain high. -
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Indian Civil war
The aftermath of the Indo-Nepal War plunges India into civil war. The defeat causes widespread outrage, and the collapse of the INC opens the floodgates to competing political movements. Regions across the subcontinent break into chaos, with separatist and revolutionary groups rising up. Socialists in the northern lowlands, cities and east into Bangladesh, Jammu-Kashmir declaring independence and the rise of the Pakistani Mujahideen -
The Malta Incident
During a failed joint Italian-Greek blockade of Malta, tensions rise sharply when an Italian battleship misfires, narrowly missing a UFNA warship by just 7 meters. Dubbed "The Malta Incident," this act brings both sides to the brink of war. The blockade, aimed at driving UFNA forces out of Malta, collapses under severe logistical issues and a growing distaste for pushing UFNA towards conflict, leaving Fascist Italy humiliated and isolated in the Mediterranean. -
Democracy Begins in Jordan
King Hussein of Jordan grants limited democratic powers to the people in a revised constitution in 1961 to avoid the total destruction and disillusion of the Kingdom. Efforts to empower anti-socialist factions led to a far weaker and disjointed socialist opposition coalition while the leading coalition led by the Hashemite Royalist Party continue the kings work in keeping the peace while giving the illusion of popular opinion being accepted. -
Fall of Biafra
After losing crucial oil supplies, and with both domestic and international support dwindling, the Republic of Biafra collapses. Federal troops march into the remaining Biafran strongholds, and Biafran leaders either flee or are captured. The end of the Biafran War signals the formal reunification of Nigeria, though scars from the conflict will last for decades. Biafran infrastructure is devastated, and the region faces immense poverty and unrest. -
Silver Legion of America Uncovered
A federal investigation uncovers the revival of the Silver Legion of America, an underground fascist militia. The group is exposed plotting to infiltrate local government positions in several Southern states. Their leadership is swiftly arrested, and its activities crushed. The government uses the case to reinforce its public stance against fascism, branding the group a domestic terror organization. -
Second Sokoto Uprising
Despite the peace deal, a faction within Sokoto rises up again, demanding full independence. This second uprising is met with a decisive response from Federal forces, who wage a year-long campaign to crush the rebellion. By early 1963, the uprising is put down, though the uneasy autonomy granted to Sokoto remains intact as part of the peace terms. -
Croatia Has the Bomb
The Ustase successfully detonate their first nuclear weapon, joining the ranks of nuclear powers. The detonation shocks the world and establishes the Ustase regime as a regional power capable of defending itself from external threats. The Ustase launch an aggressive propaganda campaign, promoting their nuclear capabilities as the "shield of the Balkans." -
Nasserist Coup in Northern Yemen
A Nasserist coup topples the Mutawakkilite monarchy, establishing the Yemen Arab Republic. Inspired by Pan-Arab socialist ideals, the new regime aligns with Egypt but maintains a conservative, explicitly Islamic outlook. Though ideologically tied to Nasser’s vision, Yemen remains cautious of full integration into Egypt’s influence. -
Quebec's Quiet Revolution
Quebec undergoes a period of intense social and political transformation. While originally triggered by dissatisfaction with the Canadian National Unity Act, the Quiet Revolution grows into a broader nationalist movement. Quebec’s government advocates for greater autonomy, causing tension between federal and provincial authorities. Canada tightens ties with the U.S. during this period to counter domestic instability and to prevent Quebec from leaning toward more radical, separatist movements. -
UFNA Aids the Malayan Communist Insurgency
In a surprising move, UFNA covertly supports the Malayan Communist Insurgency against Japanese-aligned forces in Southeast Asia. This support marks a sharp contradiction to UFNA's typical anti-communist stance, as seen in India and Israel, where it explicitly backed anti-communist regimes. The decision is driven by strategic interests rather than ideology, as weakening Japan's control in the region becomes a priority for UFNA, even at the cost of supporting communist rebels. -
Saudi-Trucial States Skirmishes
In an escalation of the ongoing tensions between Saudi Arabia and the British-controlled Gulf states, Saudi border patrols clash with British forces in the Trucial States. The small skirmish leaves a few dead on both sides but does not escalate into a full-scale conflict. It solidifies tensions between Saudi Arabia and the British presence in the Arabian Peninsula. -
Christmas Truce and Peace Accords
After nearly four years of bloody conflict, a truce is declared during the Christmas holidays. Both sides, exhausted and unable to sustain further fighting, enter peace negotiations. By the start of the new year, peace accords are signed in Lagos, formally ending the Nigerian Civil War. Sokoto is recognized as an autonomous entity within the Union of Nigeria, and other regions receive promises of greater autonomy and representation in the government. -
Founding of the Joint UFNA Command Center
UFNA establishes the Joint Command Centers in London and a sister location in Sydney to coordinate military operations and intelligence sharing among its members. The centers becomes the core of UFNA’s strategic planning against Nazi and Japanese forces, allowing for unified military responses to global threats. This structure strengthens the integration of member state military forces, with Canada, the UK, and the U.S. providing much of the leadership. -
Mexican Corporate Espionage Scandal
The Mexican government is thrown into turmoil after uncovering a series of illegal backroom deals between American and Japanese conglomerates operating in the country. A scandal erupts after a leaked report shows executives hiring cartels for sabotage and intimidation. Both governments deny involvement, but the revelations prompt public outcry and scrutiny over the role of foreign corporations in Mexico's political sphere. However, economic dependence prevents any meaningful actions. -
The Rise of the Union State of India
After three years of brutal civil war, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), under the leadership of Madhav Sadashiv Golwalkar, successfully stages a violent coup, toppling the remnants of the Indian National Congress. The new regime, named the Union State of India, is a Hindu nationalist dictatorship bent on consolidating the fractured nation under an authoritarian and deeply religious regime. -
India and UFNA: First Diplomatic Ties
Amidst the ongoing Indian Civil War, UFNA begins providing military and logistical support to the Union State of India, a militarist, nationalist democratic force ruling much of southern and central India. Facing threats from the communist People’s Republic of India in the north, the Union State seeks international legitimacy as an anti-communist bulwark, while performatively condemning Japanese influence in Southeast Asia. -
Quebec's Loud Revolution
Following the cultural shift of the Quiet Revolution, Quebec’s push for independence turns violent. The Quebec National Vanguard (QNV), a fascist-leaning nationalist group, declares open rebellion against the Canadian government. Spearheading bombings and targeted assassinations, the QNV seeks to sever Quebec from Canada and establish an authoritarian, nationalist regime. The uprising quickly gains traction, dragging Quebec into a state of chaos as the government scrambles to respond. -
Australia and New Zealand Join UFNA
Facing the looming threat of further Japanese imperial expansion in the Pacific, Australia and New Zealand formally join UFNA. These nations play a pivotal role in securing the Pacific, countering Japan’s influence over the region. With their strategic geographic location, the two countries enhance UFNA’s military capabilities and strengthen the alliance's reach into Southeast Asia and the Pacific. -
National States' Rights Party Trial
Following the exposure of ties between the National States' Rights Party (NSRP) and far-right European groups, the party’s leadership is indicted on conspiracy charges. While some Southern states harbor sympathies, the federal government shows no tolerance for overtly fascist movements. The crackdown aligns with the U.S.’s broader efforts to eliminate fascism at home. -
Cameroon-Nigerian Border Tensions
Following the conclusion of the Nigerian Civil War, the newly unified Union of Nigeria turns its attention to lost territories annexed by the Republic of Cameroon during the chaos of the civil war. Cameroon controls parts of Taraba, Adamawa, and Cross River, which Nigeria claims as rightfully theirs. Tensions rise as both nations prepare for a possible conflict over these regions. -
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Nigerian-Cameroon War
The Nigerian-Cameroon War is a slow-burning conflict. Both sides avoid full-scale war, but border skirmishes and guerrilla tactics continue. Nigeria remains determined to reclaim its lost territories, particularly in Taraba and Adamawa, while Cameroon refuses to relinquish its gains. The conflict becomes a key issue in Nigerian domestic politics, with the government emphasizing national unity and territorial integrity. -
Canada Breaks with UFNA on South African Policy
Tensions rise within UFNA as Canada publicly opposes both the UK and the US over their continued support for the Union State of South Africa, a fascist and segregationist regime. Canada, standing against apartheid, calls for sanctions and diplomatic isolation, leading to strained relations within the alliance. While the UK and US view the Union State as a crucial ally in the region, Canada's refusal to back the regime deepens rifts within UFNA -
Iran-Iraq War Begins Over Khuzestan
The Pan-Arab socialist states of Iraq, Syria, and Jordan launch a joint invasion of Iran to "liberate" the Arab-majority Khuzestan province. The operation quickly stalls due to differences in the alliance’s goals, with Syria and Jordan fearing Iraq's growing regional power. The invasion leads to heavy casualties and diplomatic fallout as Iran mounts a successful defense of Khuzestan. -
Failed Annexation of Khuzestan by Iraq
After months of intense fighting, Iraq’s attempt to annex Khuzestan fails. Iraq’s ambitions to expand are hampered by the lack of unified support from other Pan-Arab states. Iran, with external support from the Nazi State, repels the Iraqi-led invasion. Iraq’s military is forced to retreat, marking a significant setback for its Pan-Arab ambitions. -
Turkish Invasion of Northern Arabia
Turkey, backed by covert SS forces, invade Syria and Iraq to create an anti-communist Special Military Operation Zone. Condemned by the Arab and free world Turkey made clear their allegiance when an SS-foreign officer was opened in Rize. -
Six-Day War
Fearing an invasion by the socialist Arab world, seeing the Suez Canal closed to Israeli and western shipping and having full American support with boots on the ground and endless military supplies, Israel invaded all their neighbors, especially Egypt, with the express goal of reopening the Suez Canal, occupying important Jewish sites and pushing back socialism in all directions. -
Six-Day War ends
The war ends with a decisive Israeli victory. Egypt, Syria, and Jordan are forced to accept the loss of significant territory. Nasser’s Pan-Arab movement is dealt a severe blow, though Palestine is secured in this conflict with a Democratic Republic of Palestine being founded by the Democratic Republic of Jordan. -
First Skirmishes in the Nigerian-Cameroon War
Skirmishes break out along the contested border regions, particularly in Taraba and Adamawa. Both sides engage in cross-border raids, but neither commits to a full-scale war. The Union of Nigeria uses the period to rebuild its military strength after years of internal conflict, while Cameroon fortifies its hold on the annexed territories. -
The Montreal Bombings
In a brutal display of force, the Quebec National Vanguard launches a coordinated bombing campaign across Montreal, targeting government offices and military checkpoints, resulting in over 50 deaths. The Canadian government responds with a state of emergency, deploying troops across Quebec to quash the rebellion. Despite the crackdown, the QNV grows in strength, with cells continuing attacks, pushing Quebec deeper into civil unrest, and making the province a warzone of urban guerilla warfare. -
Cameroonian Ultimatum on Equitorial Guinea
As tensions rise over Cameroon's territorial claims, the Republic of Cameroon issues an ultimatum to the Spanish State on January 14, 1968. Cameroon demands the immediate withdrawal of Spanish forces from Equatorial Guinea and the surrounding islands, citing the rights of African sovereignty. Spain refuses the demands, declaring its right to maintain its colonial holdings. This leads to a sharp escalation in rhetoric, with both sides mobilizing forces near the border. -
Nigerian-Cameroon Conflict Escalation
Nigeria launches a limited offensive into Cameroon-held Taraba, testing Cameroon’s defenses. The Nigerian military, now stronger than in the immediate post-civil war years, hopes to regain lost territory. However, Cameroon responds with equal force, leading to a stalemate. The war remains at a low-intensity, with small-scale battles erupting periodically. -
Corporate Backed Cartel War
As Japanese and American corporations escalate their influence in Mexico, cartels increasingly take sides, receiving weapons, money, and political protection in exchange for attacking rival interests. A bloody cartel war erupts in the northern states of Mexico, where American-backed gangs clash with Japanese-funded criminal groups. Thousands of civilians are caught in the crossfire, with local law enforcement overwhelmed and complicit, exacerbating Mexico's descent into lawlessness. -
KKK Under Federal Watch
Although historically distinct from Nazi ideology, the KKK’s increased cooperation with neo-Nazi groups attracts government scrutiny. Under the authority of the Anti-Fascism Defense Act, the FBI places the Klan under surveillance, particularly after their involvement in anti-civil rights violence increases. -
Cartel Hired to Assassinate CEO
Amid rising tensions between Japanese and American companies operating in Mexico, a hitman cartel is hired to assassinate Eugenio Garza Sada, the CEO of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Visa. Garza Sada was targeted due to his company's ties with American technology corporations, which angered Japanese competitors. The attack causes a scandal, raising concerns about corporate warfare spilling over into broader Mexican society. -
The French State Collapses into Anarchy
After years of turmoil, incompetence against internal strife, US backed revolutionary groups and Hitlers continuous health decline saw the French State totally shattered into militia, a revived French Republic and SS units moving in as "peacekeepers" for the region. This coincides with the shattering of Algeria into multiple competing factions for the region's future. -
Hostage Crisis in Ottawa
The QNV escalates its insurgency by kidnapping high-ranking Canadian officials, demanding the release of imprisoned separatist leaders. The standoff in Ottawa lasts a month, with negotiations dragging on while armed clashes intensify throughout Quebec. Skirmishes between federal troops and QNV militants erupt across major cities. When the crisis ends in a bloody raid, both sides dig in deeper. -
Assassination of Ahmed Messali Hadj
Prominent anti-colonial leader Ahmed Messali Hadj, seen as a figurehead by many factions, is assassinated in Algiers. The assassination is attributed to the OAS, but rumors circulate of deeper involvement from the Army of Anti-Imperialism. His death triggers widespread protests across Algeria, pushing the French State in Algeria into deeper conflict with nationalist groups. The event causes a shift in leadership dynamics, with each faction blaming the others for his murder. -
Corporate Investment Control Act
The Mexican government, attempting to maintain some control over the corporate battleground forming in their nation, passes the Corporate Investment Control Act. This law establishes stricter regulations on foreign business operations but creates loopholes that favor cartels and politically connected companies. The Act requires foreign corporations to collaborate with approved Mexican partners, many of whom have deep ties to organized crime, embedding cartels even deeper into the economy. -
Battle of Tlemcen
The Sultanate of Algeria launches an offensive to secure the city of Tlemcen, clashing with OAS forces. Backed by the Spanish State, the Sultanate’s forces are well-armed and push the OAS into retreat. The battle secures the Sultanate’s dominance in the region, but it also draws the attention of UFNA, which fears Spanish expansionism in North Africa. As the OAS pulls back, the battle marks the first major shift in territorial control since the collapse of the French State. -
Al-Hasa Uprising
Shiite communities in the Eastern Province of Al-Hasa launch an armed uprising against the Saudi monarchy, frustrated by systematic discrimination and poor economic conditions. The rebellion is brutally suppressed by the Saudi military, but it marks a turning point in internal unrest, highlighting the deep sectarian divide within the Kingdom. Saudi leadership respond by increasing intelligence operations in Shiite areas to root out dissident movements before they gain momentum. -
Algerian Democratic Congress Seizes Biskra
The Algerian Democratic Congress makes a significant advance by capturing Biskra from the Franco-Algerian Legion. This victory secures strategic control over southern supply routes and strengthens the Congress’s position in the region. The Franco-Algerian Legion, caught off guard by the swift assault, retreats to their southern territories. The loss of Biskra weakens their influence, while the Congress solidifies its hold over central Algeria, gaining local support and momentum. -
Japanese Mega-Corporation Builds Free Trade Zone
Mitsui & Co., one of Japan's largest and most powerful conglomerates, is granted permission by the Mexican government to build a massive free-trade zone on the Baja Peninsula. Despite American protests, the zone allows Japanese companies to bypass taxes and regulations, pressuring U.S. firms to either adapt or risk irrelevance. The area quickly becomes notorious for cartel activity, with criminal organizations using the zone as a base for smuggling operations and illicit trade. -
Cartel Escalates Attacks Against Corporate Figures
Following the assassination of Eugenio Garza Sada, Mexico becomes a battleground for organized crime syndicates hired by competing corporations. Businessmen with ties to Japanese or American firms are often targeted. In this context, Francisco Javier Alejo, a major figure in Mexican business, is kidnapped and later killed, intensifying fears of cartel involvement in corporate struggles. Mexico’s government begins discussions on security reform. -
Skirmishes in Rio Muni
Border skirmishes break out between Cameroonian and Spanish forces in the Rio Muni region of Equatorial Guinea. A Cameroonian reconnaissance team accidentally crosses the border, leading to a brief firefight with Spanish colonial troops. The skirmishes result in heightened military presence on both sides, with the Spanish navy increasing patrols around the islands. International observers call for restraint, but the situation remains tense. -
Algerian Democratic Congress Offensive in Sétif
In a bid to expand their influence, the Algerian Democratic Congress launches a major offensive from Sétif toward the coastline. Their forces engage in heavy combat with the French State in Algeria, leading to a stalemate. The battle underscores the democratic faction's growing strength, as they receive covert support from UFNA. This military push increases their influence in the eastern regions, though the fighting remains inconclusive as both sides refuse to back down. -
Mexican Security Reform Law Passed
In response to growing violence between cartels and corporate entities, Mexico enacts the Security Reform Law, aiming to control cartel influence and corporate warfare. The law includes provisions for increased surveillance, harsher penalties for organized crime, and the creation of a special task force to protect business leaders. However, its implementation is hindered by corruption and underfunding, allowing cartels to continue infiltrating law enforcement and maintain their influence. -
Armistice Between National Recovery Council and Revolutionary Front
After months of intense fighting, the National Recovery Council and the Revolutionary Front for the Liberation of Algeria agree to a temporary armistice. Both factions face internal strife and external pressure from Italian Tunisia. The ceasefire stabilizes the region near the Tunisian border, allowing the National Recovery Council to consolidate power and refocus on internal matters. However, the peace remains fragile, and both sides prepare for future conflict. -
Battle of Algiers
The Battle of Algiers begins as a covert Nazi operation to overthrow the French State in Algeria. Nazi agents infiltrate Algiers, but a street battle erupts when French forces uncover the plot. At the same time, the OAS—collaborating with the Nazis—launches an assault on the border near Mostaganem. Despite this coordinated effort, French forces repel the coup in Algiers and thwart the OAS attack, maintaining control over both regions. -
Nasser Suffers a Heart Attack
Nasser suffers a severe heart attack but survives, though bedridden and unable to govern effectively. Italy seizes this opportunity to pull Egypt out of the Pan-Arab socialist bloc. This realignment weakens Egypt’s role as a champion of the Palestinian cause and as a leader of Arab socialism. Egypt’s new pro-Western leadership begins to distance itself from Nasser’s policies, drawing closer to Italy. -
Yemeni-Egyptian Military Pact Signed
Northern Yemen, under the Yemen Arab Republic, signs a military pact with Egypt, reinforcing their mutual ties within the Mediterranean Pact. The agreement includes provisions for military bases in Yemen, securing Egypt's strategic presence in the Arabian Peninsula. This angers Saudi Arabia, which sees Yemen as an extension of Italian influence in Arabia. -
Greensboro Incident
In a publicized case of collaboration between the KKK and neo-Nazi groups, the Greensboro incident results in violence between Klan/Nazi members and anti-fascist protestors. The government uses the event to further crack down on these groups, launching a federal investigation that leads to the arrest of numerous leaders from both factions. -
OAS Massacre in Oran
OAS forces massacre hundreds of civilians in Oran suspected of sympathizing with the Sultanate of Algeria. The brutal crackdown is intended to send a message to other factions but backfires, inciting outrage. The Sultanate vows revenge, and skirmishes erupt between OAS fighters and Sultanate-backed militias. The massacre fuels more instability, drawing UFNA attention and increasing the isolation of OAS forces as the conflict escalates. -
Saudi-Iraqi Border Clashes
After years of simmering tensions, border clashes erupt between Saudi and Iraqi forces. Saudi Arabia accuses Iraq of sponsoring insurgent groups along the border, while Iraq accuses Saudi Arabia of being a tool of Western imperialism. The clashes do not escalate into full-scale war, but relations between the two powers are at an all-time low. -
Saudi-Italian Oil Agreement
Facing isolation due to its failed expansion against Britain, Saudi Arabia turns to Italy for economic and strategic support. In a landmark deal, the Kingdom agrees to supply oil to Fascist Italy at a discounted rate, ensuring steady revenue for the Saudi State. Italy, in turn, commits to providing military advisors and equipment to Riyadh. -
Fascism Watch Act
Building on the framework established by the Anti-Fascism Defense Act, the U.S. government passes the Fascism Watch Act, granting federal agencies enhanced powers to monitor and dismantle fascist organizations. This act leads to the swift repression of smaller white nationalist and neo-fascist groups. -
Italo-Algerian Collaboration
Italy increases its support for the National Recovery Council, sending military advisors and equipment to bolster their position along the Tunisian border. In exchange, Italy seeks favorable trade agreements and influence in Algeria. The collaboration raises tensions with the French State in Algeria, which sees Italy's involvement as meddling in its former colony. Italian-backed militias strengthen the National Recovery Council’s hold in the northeast. -
Operation Silverline
Mexican authorities launch a covert military operation, backed quietly by the United States, to disrupt cartel groups aligned with Japanese interests. Dubbed "Operation Silverline," the aim is to reduce Japanese corporate dominance by targeting key cartel leaders in border regions. However, the operation leaks, and a wave of retaliatory attacks hits American corporate outposts across Mexico. This results in higher death tolls and worsens tensions between the U.S., Japan, and Mexico. -
Trinity College Library Bombing
With the founding of the Breton State following the collapse of the French State came an opportunity for fascists and Nazis to embed themselves in Ireland. Heydrich had hundreds of agents travel to Britanny, forge Breton passports and through the warming relations between Ireland and Brittany would smuggle themselves into Ireland be plot out numerous plans, one of which was a terrorist bombing of Dublin, specifically a bombing of Trinity College Library. The Old Library was totally destroyed. -
Assassination of OAS Leader Jean-Jacques Susini
Jean-Jacques Susini, the OAS leader in Oran, is assassinated by a sniper while inspecting defenses in the city. Suspected of being carried out by Algerian nationalists, his death leaves the OAS in disarray. Rival factions within the OAS vie for control, leading to infighting and weakening their hold over Oran. The French State in Algeria and the Sultanate both move to exploit the OAS's sudden weakness, further destabilizing the region. -
Nazi Invasion of Uruguay
A covert Nazi operation results in the overthrow of the Uruguayan government. Nazi-backed forces swiftly take control of Montevideo, installing a Nazi-aligned regime. The new government immediately seeks to open Uruguay as a base for Nazi economic activities in Latin America. The U.S., led by President Nixon, responds by imposing an embargo on Uruguay, cutting the country off from U.S. and U.S. aligned trade and aid, and sending shockwaves throughout the region. -
The Assassination of General Pierre Semengue
General Pierre Semengue, a leading Cameroonian military figure advocating for the annexation of Equatorial Guinea, is assassinated in Yaoundé. Evidence points to Spanish involvement, backed by Nazi Germany. The assassination sparks outrage across Cameroon, with protests and a surge of anti-Spanish sentiment. The Cameroonian government vows retaliation, escalating the conflict, while Spain denies involvement, intensifying the already volatile situation between the two nations. -
Naval Engagement off Uruguay
After increasing tensions in the South Atlantic, the U.S. Navy engages a Nazi fleet off Uruguay’s coast. As the battle escalates, the Nazis deploy a nuclear weapon, destroying the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Nimitz and several other vessels. Thousands of sailors are killed in the devastating blast, and the U.S. fleet is forced to retreat. This unprecedented defeat humiliates the U.S. on the global stage, sparking outrage at home and marking the beginning of Nixon’s downfall. -
Democratic Sweep in 1972 Elections
After Nixon’s resignation, the Democrats win a landslide victory in the 1972 elections, electing Hubert Humphrey as President and Edmund Muskie as Vice President. The Democrats campaign on restoring American diplomatic prestige and refocusing military power on deterring Nazi and Japanese influence. They also promise reforms to ensure greater transparency in military actions, capitalizing on public disillusionment with Republican policies. -
Post-Nuclear Bomb Scandal
The nuclear engagement off Uruguay leaves the U.S. reeling. Nixon, already unpopular, is blamed for the disaster that includes the total destruction of the USS Nimitz and other ships. Public outcry over the mishandling of this event weakens the Republican Party’s grip on power. Despite the scandal, the U.S. military presence remains strong, as defense spending remains high, and forces continue operating abroad, including in Israel and South America. -
Limited Turkish Withdrawal from Northern Arabia
Following increasing international pressure and resistance from local Arab populations, Turkey begins a phased withdrawal from northern Arabia. This marks a significant victory for Arab nationalism, though the region remains destabilized. A handful of military bases in the north remain under the control of Turkey and are likely to never be fully returned. -
Saudi Arabia Opens Oil Exports to Japan
Looking to diversify its alliances and bolster its international standing, Saudi Arabia expands its oil exports to Imperial Japan. In exchange, Japan promises to invest in Saudi infrastructure projects and develop its energy sector, providing Riyadh with much-needed resources. Furthermore, Japan begins to provide naval support for the fledgling state protecting their oil tankers as they transport much needed black gold to Japan's empire. -
War Powers Reform Act
Following the Uruguay disaster, Congress passes the War Powers Reform Act to limit presidential authority over military action, although the U.S. military retains its global dominance. The law increases congressional oversight, particularly regarding U.S. operations in designated strategic regions, where U.S. forces continue to deter Nazi influence. The act marks a turning point in the Republican administration’s control over the country. -
Canadian Fallout from the Nixon Scandal
After the nuclear incident involving Nazi forces in Uruguay, Canada finds itself deeply embroiled in the diplomatic fallout. While supporting the U.S. embargo on Uruguay, Canada's own opposition parties call for distancing the country from U.S. foreign policy. Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau pushes for a more independent foreign policy but is constrained by the deep military integration between the two nations, making full decoupling impossible. -
Cartel-Backed Political Candidate Wins Election
Carlos Hank González, a politician with significant influence in northern Mexico, wins the gubernatorial election amid controversy. His campaign, secretly funded by cartels working for both Japanese and American conglomerates, faced allegations of election rigging and violence. Despite this, González's victory solidifies cartel power within Mexico’s political system, dealing a significant blow to democracy and escalating fears over the criminal-corporate nexus controlling the country. -
Immigration Reform and the Fascism Watch Act
With domestic fascist movements on the rise, Canadian authorities implement policies in line with the U.S. Fascism Watch Act. Immigration laws are tightened to prevent potential fascist sympathizers from entering the country, and investigations into far-right groups such as the Canadian chapters of the American Nazi Party intensify. Canada's security agencies become an integral part of North American anti-fascist operations, even as public debate over civil liberties continues to simmer. -
Military Oversight and Accountability Act
The Democrats pass the Military Oversight and Accountability Act, enforcing stricter checks on military actions. The law ensures that U.S. military deployments, such as those in Israel, South America, The Pacific and elsewhere, operate under closer scrutiny. It reassures the public that while America remains a global military force, future conflicts will avoid the missteps of the Nixon era. -
The Narco Corporation Alliances
As corporate violence intensifies, Mexican cartels establish formal alliances with major Japanese and American companies, forming what becomes known as the Narco Corporation Alliances. Cartels provide logistical support and protection to businesses in exchange for funding and access to high-level business secrets. These alliances becomes an unspoken but vital part of corporate success in Mexico. -
US-Mexico Diplomatic Rift Over Corporate Murders
A diplomatic rift emerges between the U.S. and Mexico after a series of high-profile murders of American corporate executives in Mexico. American businesses demand action from the U.S. government, while Mexican officials insist that the attacks are isolated incidents. Secretly, both governments are aware that cartels funded by Japanese conglomerates are behind the attacks. The diplomatic tension further strains U.S.-Mexico relations. -
Yom Kippur War
The Yom Kippur War begins as Egypt and Syria, backed by covert Italian influence, launch a surprise attack on Israel to reclaim lost territory. Initially, Arab forces make gains, but Israel’s superior American-backed military technology allows it to regain the upper hand quickly. The failure in this conflict ends the United Arab Republic experiment and officially pushes Egypt out of the pan-arab alliance leading to Syria and Iraq to contest for power over pan-arab socialism. -
Canadian-US Relations Amidst the Nixon Resignation
The resignation of U.S. President Richard Nixon following the naval nuclear incident shakes the North American political landscape. Canada, while closely allied with the U.S., quietly reassesses its strategic dependency. Under Prime Minister Trudeau’s leadership, discussions about increasing military autonomy emerge, but the deep military and economic ties with the U.S. make it difficult for Canada to fully shift its course, especially given the rise of Nazi and Japanese influences globally. -
Israel Ascended
Israeli forces capture Irbid in northern Jordan and push into southern Lebanon, further expanding Israel’s borders and securing strategic buffer zones. Israel’s dominance in the region is solidified, as the U.S. provides unparalleled logistical and intelligence support. Arab socialism, once symbolized by Nasser, now falls into disarray as Iraq, under Abd al-Karim Qasim, attempts to fill the leadership vacuum. -
Cameroon’s Insurgency in Equatorial Guinea
Cameroon, frustrated by the diplomatic stalemate and General Semengue's assassination, begins covertly supporting a guerrilla insurgency in Equatorial Guinea on November 19, 1973. The insurgents, supplied by Cameroon, launch attacks on Spanish colonial outposts, aiming to destabilize Spanish rule. Nazi Germany provides Spain with military support to suppress the uprising, leading to brutal crackdowns. Tensions soar as Cameroon denies direct involvement, calling the insurgents freedom fighters. -
Rise of Narco-Fascism
A new political movement arises in Mexico, blending fascistic corporatism with cartel influence. This ideology, unofficially called "Narco-Fascism," advocates for a strong, centralized government that empowers business interests and criminal syndicates alike. While Mexico remains aligned with UFNA, the rise of this movement within its borders signals a growing crisis as democratic institutions lose their grip. Cartel-backed militias enforce this new ideology, leading to further instability -
Italian-Saudi Military Exchange Program
Following the success of the Saudi-Italian Oil Agreement, Riyadh and Rome deepen their ties with a military exchange program. Italian military officers begin training Saudi forces in modern tactics and counter-insurgency operations. -
1974 Bloodless Coup Against King Hussein
Following the 1972 elections and a period of mounting tension, the National Salvation Front leads a bloodless coup, overthrowing King Hussein and establishing Jordan as a democratic socialist republic. The coup, led by the left-wing coalition, is supported by the military and conducted without violence, marking the end of the Hashemite monarchy. -
Saudi Nationalism and the Youth Rebellion
A new wave of Saudi nationalism sweeps the Kingdom as younger generations push back against the monarchy's archaic systems and heavy foreign influence, particularly from Western and fascist powers. Student protests break out in Riyadh and Jeddah, demanding political reform and greater freedoms. The government responds with force, detaining student leaders and banning all foreign media. -
Battle of Bioko
Cameroonian forces launch a surprise amphibious assault on Bioko Island, using fast boats and small infantry units to secure beachheads. Spanish forces, forewarned by Nazi-supplied intelligence, meet the attack with heavy artillery and airstrikes. Intense fighting ensues in the island's coastal villages, with Cameroonian forces briefly capturing a key outpost before being pushed back. Spain deploys elite troops, forcing Cameroon into a chaotic retreat after suffering heavy casualties. -
Ongoing Conflict in Khuzestan
Despite the formal end of the Iran-Iraq war over Khuzestan, cross-border skirmishes and low-level conflicts persist. Iraq continues to assert its claim over the Arab-majority region, while Iran maintains a fortified presence. The region remains a flashpoint for future conflict between the Pan-Arab socialist states and Iran. -
Saudi Crackdown on Secularism
The Saudi government intensifies its crackdown on secular intellectuals and political dissidents, labeling any call for liberalization as treason. Universities and public institutions become battlegrounds for ideological purity, with widespread arrests of professors, journalists, and activists. The monarchy seeks to preserve its Islamic identity amidst growing foreign economic ties, signaling to the populace that modernization will not come at the cost of religious and monarchical authority. -
Failed Saudi Coup Attempt by Royal Guard
Discontent within the Royal Guard, particularly over growing foreign influence and economic inequality, leads to an attempted coup against the Saudi monarchy. The plot is foiled before it can gain traction, but several high-ranking officers are arrested and executed. King Faisal uses the coup attempt to justify further centralization of power, implementing sweeping reforms and restructuring of the military taking power away from key figures and putting more sway over the military under the King.