Peacekeepers
In response to the rapidly escalating political violence in Akarus, Nolvik had mobilized an armed "peacekeeper" force. With the ban of the radical right-wing NRP in Akarus, open violence has broken out in the streets.
In the early hours of August 29th, Nolvish forces crossed the border into Akarusian territory. With the support of NRP agents, Nolvik was able to quickly move into southern Akarus. By the end of the day Nolvik had occupied most of the southern province of Varselder, as well as the cities of Hallum and Boeven. In the east the cities of Alttrier and Vianden are under threat, and with them the road to the capital of Andropen. Divided and caught off-guard Akarusian military forces were routed, retreating north with minimal resistance.
Nolvik continues to claim the forces are there solely as peacekeepers, and no declaration of war has been issued. NRP militias are reportedly cooperating with Nolvil in the occupation. Some fear Nolvik intends to entirely overthrow the fragile Akarusian Republic, and install an authoritarian monarchy like that of Nolvik with Nolvish King Erik III as monarch.
Akarusian forces are reportedly rallying for a counterattack. With part of the armed forces already tied up by militias across the country, Akarusian already reduced ability to resist is uncertain. While Akarus has not yet released a formal response, in a speech today Prime Minister Altink called for unity in Akarus against the invasion.