Make no mistake, the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia and the Star Army of Yamatai are in a current military alliance.
As such, we are honor bound to assist our new allies in their endeavors against unlawful behavior.
However, this does not mean that the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia is lock-step with our allies as to how to conduct ourselves in this endeavor. Our independence is absolute within our borders, and those that will lay down their arms to our forces will be met with fair justice.
Currently, lawful citizens of the Free State are under the protection of the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia. This is an indisputable fact, and our role as its protector means that a direct attack upon the Free State is considered an attack upon the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia itself.
Do not misunderstand our position, we are well aware of the acts of violence committed against the Freespacers. However, it is our policy that the Free State should move onward and rebuild itself, leaving the wreckage and flames of violence in the past. We are here to safeguard the ability of the Free State to do so. While this is in fact us dictating the future of the Free State, we do so only to ensure its survival and growth.
We are merely willing to offer amnesty to provide shelter to as many individuals from the violence brought on by conflict, should they choose it.
We are well aware of your position and reputation, Prince Hassam, and know that there will not be full capitulation.
With that said, should our forces meet in conflict, we are hopeful that it will be a war without hate.
Charlie Coast, Premier of the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia.