Prime Minister's statement on Idlib crisis

The crisis in the rebel-controlled "Greater Idlib" region in northwestern Syria has escalated over the past month, following an offensive by the Syrian government against the rebel stronghold and growing involvement by both Turkey and Russia. On 20 February, two Turkish soldiers were killed in an airstrike. Yesterday, a large amount of Turkish soldiers were also killed in an airstrike on a army HQ in the Idlib countryside (at least 30+ confirmed casualties according to the Governor of Hatay Province). This has been the largest amount of deaths of Turkish soldiers during their involvement in the Syrian civil war. Russia has been alleged to have been behind both incidents, although this cannot yet be confirmed. Turkey has been threatening for the past month to launch a large-scale military offensive against the advancing Syrian government forces, demanding they return to the previous ceasefire lines according to the "Sochi Agreement". The growing tensions caused by the crisis in Idlib could potentially escalate to a full-scale war, dragging Russia and Turkey into direct conflict.
Prime Minister Hasan Çakar has issued the following statement on the matter:

"Firstly, let me issue my condolences to the families of the Turkish martyrs and the Turkish nations. The airstrike that occurred yesterday was an unnecessary and escalatory act. Who is the perpetrator of this airstrike is unknown, although it is so far generally believed to be Russia. If this is true, this is very alarming because this means that Turkish and Russian forces are directly fighting each other. The situation in Idlib is getting out of hand and all sides must de-escalate not escalate the situation. It is not in anyone's interest that this conflict turns into open war, regardless of its scope. A ceasefire and return to efforts for demilitirisation of this area is the best solution. Even if open war does not break out, no one wants the situation between Turkey and Russia to return to the state of tensions following the shoot-down of the Russian jet in 2015. It has proven after their reconciliation in 2016 that Russian-Turkish friendship and co-operation is better for the region's stability, during which numerous local ceasefire and peace agreements were implemented in Syria and the fight was concentrated on terror groups like KCK-PKK-YPG and Daesh. We urge both sides to maintain co-operation, lines of communication and work to de-escalate the tensions rather than further escalate the situation. Finally, I want to reiterate that the Hasani government believes the only solution to the Syrian conflict is a peace deal between the Government of Bashar al-Assad and the Syrian opposition."

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Çakar's Divan appointed by Shahanshah

His Serene Highness the Shahanshah has enacted a Royal Edict today, establishing the composition of the Divan as advised by Prime Minister Hasan Çakar. The first non-provisional executive authority of Hasanistan since the reform to the monarchy, it lacks very little differences from the previous Provisional Government with the exception of an additional minister. The Divan includes former Hasani president Asghar Reza as Foreign Affairs Minister.

The full composition of the Divan is as follows:

• Lord Hasan Çakar, Beglerbeg of Deñizabat (Head of Divan/Prime Minister)
• Lord Krištof von Drakon, Beglerbeg of Köktuğluk (Deputy Prime Minister)
• Lord Natsuki Hegro, Beg of Nun (Minister of the Interior)
• Asghar Reza (Minister of Foreign Affairs)
• Lord Shady Morsi, Beglerbeg of Ardajan (Minister of the Economy)

Prime Minister Çakar issued the following statement regarding the new Divan: "We have appointed a strong government, with individuals from a wide range of communities of Hasanistan, that shall. The authority of this Divan is based upon both the Monarch (May his reign he Blessed) and the people, who elected us, thus we shall serve to advance the Hasani Nation in both their interests. Details of our policies shall be revealed soon". He also commented on the election irregularities in Deñizabat, saying "These will be investigated".

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Deñizabat and Lazia form sister city arrangement

The capital cities of Hasanistan and Mahuset (Deñizabat and Lazia), two micronations with an close historical friendship, have established an agreement declaring each other as sister cities. A sister cities or twin towns arrangement is a partnership between two settlements where they promote cultural collaboration and exchange. It is expected that this agreement will further solidify Hasani-Mahusetan relations at the local level.

Prime Minister Lord Hasan Çakar, Beglerbeg of Deñizabat, has praised the twinning of the two cities, stating "This will strengthen our friendship and allow greater understanding between these two Great Nations". President Emiel Sebastiaan Hardy also said about the twinning of Deñizabat and Lazia, "As nations that have experienced close ties for quite a few years now, I believe that this will stand as a significant gesture towards strengthening the friendship and understanding between our two countries".

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Shahanshah re-appoints Çakar as head of government; appoints Kınık representative and new Sheikh-al-Islam

Yesterday, His Majesty Shahanshah Deñiz I enacted a Royal Edict acknowledging the results of the election, selecting Prime Minister Çakar to continue his premiership, appointing the local representatives including in the tied district of Kınık and also appointing a new Sheik-al-Islam.
The Edict describes the People's Unity Party as the winners of the election due to both winning the most seats and gaining the most popular votes, thus allowing Prime Minister Hasan Çakar to continue his tenure as he commands both the confidence of the Mejlis and the Nation.
The victors of the elections for representatives were also formally appointed to their respective positions as deputies, beginning the legal existence of Hasanistan's first elected Mejlis composition. The representative of Kınık, a district where the election result was tied, has been selected to People's Unionist candidate in that election Chase Mahoning. This gives the People's Unity Party a majority of three seats against two unaffiliated seats, requiring that they do not necessarily need a. However, it is believed that the alliance between the pre-monarchy Northern League and the People's Unity Party continues thus the decision will have minimal significance for the government's plans.
The Honourable Sheik-al-Islam Muhammed Ali has also been replaced by the Edict, with the new Sheik-al-Islam being Mustafa Abu Ali ibn Qasim. The decision seems to be a simple matter of merit, believing that Mustafa Abu Ali ibn Qasim would serve within this position more successfully.

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Full results of 2020 Mejlis election released

The polls for the 2020 Mejlis election, Hasanistan's first legislative election, have closed and the results have been revealed after the official count by the Hasani government. The election received an almost complete turnout of 92.86%, with thirteen voters out of the registered fourteen having voted in the election. However, controversies have arisen within the Deñizabat, a district which had full turnout, after two additional ballots were counted. The matter has been investigated and those ballots which have verified to have originated from ineligible sources have been declared void. Further investigations may be held.
The People's Unity Party have won the most seats within the election, having won in both Deñizabat and Nun, while the Northern League and an independent candidate were also both elected within their constituencies. The seat of Kınık has ended in a complex situation where both candidates tied, meaning His Majesty the Shahanshah must appoint a candidate for the constituency. Despite this, the results have produced a plurality for the People's Unionists within the future Mejlis and they may potentially gain a majority from the decision in Kınık. Prime Minister Hasan Çakar is set to release a statement declaring victory and discussing the election. It is also extremely likely that he shall be picked to continue holding the office for the Hasani prime ministership.

Full results and results by constituency

Legend: Blue (HBP), Purple (no overall majority), gold (KL), grey (Ind.), black (no election)

National results

• People's Unity Party - 8 (61.54%)
• Progressive Party - 3 (23.08%)
• Northern League - 1 (7.69%)
• Independent candidate(s) - 1 (7.69%)
• Opposition to candidacies - 0 (0%)
• Turnout - 13 (92.86%)

Ardajan results

• Shady Morsi (elected) - 1 (100%)
• Opposition to candidacy - 0 (0%)
• Turnout: 1 (100%)

Deñizabat results

• Hasan Çakar (elected) - 4 (80%)
• Tanju Çakar - 1 (20%)
• Turnout - 5 (100%)

Note: The Deñizabat election was marred with a controversy of electoral irregularities, as an initial count showed a total of seven votes, with Tanju Çakar having a total of three votes. The Hasani government conducted a quick investigation and found that two of Tanju Çakar's votes had not been from eligable voters but either accidents or the ballots were given to non-citizens.

Kınık results

• Anatoli Emin Mert - 2 (50%)
• Chase Mahoning - 2 (50%)
• Turnout - 4 (100%)

Note: In Kınık, both candidates tied. Under Hasani electoral law, the decision must now be vested within His Majesty to appoint a representative for Kınık who he believes shall command the confidence of the locals. It is likely that one of the two electoral candidates will be selected.

Kökbulus results

• Mustafa Abu Ali ibn Qasim (elected) - 1 (100%)
• Opposition to candidacy - 0 (0%)
• Turnout: 1 (100%)

Nun results

• Natsuki Hegro (elected) - 2 (100%)
• Opposition to candidacy - 0 (0%)
• Turnout: 2 (66.7%)

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Hasanis prepare to head to polls tomorrow in first legislative election

Tomorrow, Hasani citizens will vote in the country's first legislative election in its almost-nine year old history. The decision will decide who shall sit in the Mejlis, Hasanistan's unicameral legislature, to discuss and pass laws that will affect the lives of citizens. The election is also the first since the transformation into a monarchy, being a potential test for the new system to view its popularity.
There are total of five constituencies holding elections, four sanjaks and one representing the crown dependency of Ardajan, with seven candidates spread across them. The two sanjaks in Iskenderabat (Batyr) region will have competitive elections, while the others who face no opposing candidates will face public votes of confidence to see if they can command the confidence of their local residents to represent them.
There are both old and new figures within Hasani political history participating. The People's Unity Party stand three candidates, most notably founder and Prime Minister Hasan Çakar. Their main rivals in this election will be the Progressive Party, who are standing two candidates. The most notable Progressive candidate is Tanju Çakar, the former President of Hasanistan who once dominated electorally but has since become a perennial candidate. The two Çakar brothers will stand against each other in the Central constituency of Iskenderabat. Shady Morsi, the leader of the Northern League, is standing unopposed in Ardajan. A political newcomer is also standing in Kokbulus, with the prominent Muslim scholar Mustafa Abu Ali ibn Qasim standing unopposed.
Voting will start at 00:00 in UTC time and the results of the election will be revealed at 20:00 (UTC). The current Provisional Government will be dissolved the day after, with the Monarch appointing a new Prime Minister and the appointment of a new Divan.

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Official candidates list of the 2020 general election released

The official list of candidates has been released following the closing of candidacy registration yesterday. Elections for representatives will be held in a total of five constituencies where candidates were registered, four sanjak constituency and one crown dependency constituency. There are a total of seven candidates standing in Hasanistan's first legislative election, three of which are running unopposed and will face a public confidence vote instead. The People's Unity Party fields the most candidates with three, while the Progressive Party will challenge their historic rivals with two candidates in Deñizabat Eyalet-based seats. be fielding two candidates. There is also a Northern League candidate and a independent candidate, both standing unopposed.
There are fourteen registered voters for the election, with the constituency of Deñizabat having the most with four registered voters.

Official list of candidates by constituency

Deñizabat (5 voters)

• Hasan Çakar - People's Unity Party (incumbent)
• Tanju Çakar - Progressive Party

Kınık (4 voters)

• Chase Nantovich - People's Unity Party
• Anatoli E. Mert - Progressive Party

Ardajan (1 voter)

• Shady Morsi - Northern League (incumbent)

Nun (3 voters)

• Natsuki Hegro - People's Unity Party (incumbent)

Kökbulus (1 voter)

• Mustafa Abu Ali ibn Qasim - Independent

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