In Germany, the situation for the Government has improved slightly. The infamous Communist "Lenin" has been apprehended and is being held on charges of Treason, Espionage, and Inciting a Revolution. He has been shown to Germany not as a communist revolutionary but as a Russian agent. Despite the denial of such accusations by Lenin, many in Germany have stopped supporting the rogue. However, their socialist sympathies still linger. The situation has also improved with news of great victories by the might German Army. Taking a huge toll on the French and advancing further into France, the recent victories have been a great boon for the government. The people, despite their previous unhappiness, take pride in their nation's recent victories and fall for the government's propaganda. In the Picardy Salient, despite the brave defense by "Rebel" German army, their requests for support make it all the way to the Kaiser himself. The situation grows difficult in the Picardy Salient. Relieving the men in Picardy may be a great propaganda tool for the Germans, as well as an opportunity to regain control of their military if they so choose it.
Meanwhile in Russia, the great changes have been made. Tsar Nicholas II has abdicated the throne, following great scandal and unrest from his incompetent rule. His brother, Mikhail Alexandrovich, has assumed the Throne. The assumption of a new and competent Tsar was met with indifference, however his actions quickly improved the mood of the people. The banishment of Rasputin from the Imperial Court pleased many from both the Nobility and the Commoners, who saw Rasputin as a source of evil in the Russian government. The Tsar's new decree that he will work towards healthcarre for the Russian people however, was met with outcry. The people did not want healthcare, they wanted change! More change was brought, however, as the Tsar soon ordered the lifting of taxes on Russian oil, alcoholic beverages, and breweries. The people rejoiced at the reforms for cheaper booze, with many distracting themselves with drink. Tsar Mikhailovich's promise to rejoin the war against Germany in the future also sparked great fervor, with many seeing the actions as courageous and bold. Despite many calls for democratic reform, the Tsar's case that the one true government of Russia is with the Soverign, appointed by God with Divine Right, was enough to dissuade the many pious Orthodox Russians into rejecting their previous calls for democracy. The Russian Military, with new found confidence in their sovereign, has committed itself to the new Tsar, giving the government back its control of the Military. All in all, the Russian populace has been appeased for the moment. However, storm clouds brew over Russia's smaller dominions; the Catholic populations of Poland and Little Russia grow tired of the seemingly evil oppression coming from the Orthodox Russians, with small regions rising up for more autonomy, rights, and even independence. While the Russian population has calmed down, Russia's "other" ethnicities rise up.
In contrast to the peoples of Russia and Germany growing happier with the government, in France the opposite is occurring. France's recent attack on the UK has angered many French people, who view the attack as a clear example of the Government overstepping its boundaries and ignoring its people. The recent court martial of the French High Command also brews unrest in the French military, with many agreeing it the attack was ordered from the highest echelon of power. Many in the French Military see the court martial of High Commanders as an insult to the French Army and Navy, as well as a move by the government to cover its tracks. The recent devastation and losses suffered by France in the multi-front war also brews unhappiness with the people. Many see the recent catastrophes for France as sure examples of the Government's incompetence. All in all, the people of France hate their government more and more everyday, with many in the Military joining them in their unhappiness.
The situation is similar in the UK as well. The British, being proud and mighty, view the attack on Dover as a stab-in-the-back, obviously something that only a slimy Frenchman would attempt. The people of Britain call for retribution against France, with some in Parliament and the Populace even calling for war! "No one backstabs the British Empire!" is a popular rallying cry for those who wish for retribution. Volunteers for the French Britannic Legion have been turned away by the Raid on Dover, and many who have enlisted with the French return home unhappy and unwilling to serve. The unwillingness to commit to war and retribution by the current British government has made many in Britain view the current Liberal administration as "Weak" and "Un-British". The people demand retribution, and are not satisfied by their government.
