Kingdoms Associated Press - London, England



Previously:
England Withdraws from French Alliance
Interview with Sebastian, England's Ambassador to France
Interview with Princess of Wales, Llyres
Part 2: England Withdraws from French Alliance

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England KAP would like to welcome, Dorrante, France’s Great Ambassador who is attending the meeting where England removed the Alliance Treaty between the Kingdom of France and the Kingdom of England. He has answered some questions on the matter from his point of view. His answers are in both English and French as this is an international issue.

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✍️ KAP What has been France's official reaction to the sudden treaty withdrawal?

Dorrante
FR : A vrai dire, ma réaction personnelle a été une immense incompréhension, et une grande stupéfaction. Jamais je n’aurais pu imaginer qu’une alliance vieille de 10 ans et unissant deux royaumes aurait pu être remise en cause en seulement quelques jours. Cela m’a également causé beaucoup de tristesse.

La réaction officielle de la France a simplement été de prendre acte de cette rupture de l’alliance suite à la décision de Sa Majesté le roi d’Angleterre, qui dirige un Etat souverain égal à la France en dignité et en grandeur.

ENG : To be honest, my personal reaction was a huge misunderstanding and a great astonishment. I never imagined that a 10-year old alliance uniting two kingdoms could be called into question in just a few days. It also caused me a great deal of sadness.

The official reaction from France was simply to acknowledge this break in the alliance following the decision of His Majesty the King of England, who is running a sovereign state equal to France in dignity and grandeur.

✍️ KAP How do you view the lack of a formal report or justification from England

Dorrante
FR Cela renforce notre incompréhension. Nous avons bien sûr essayé de comprendre quels étaient les motifs officiels de cette rupture et nous avons insisté à plusieurs reprises pour obtenir des explications. Cependant nous n’avons obtenu que quelques motifs vagues, comme quoi la France ne respectait pas le traité d’alliance, qu’il n’y aurait aucun lien entre les ambassadeurs de nos deux pays, que la France considérerait l’Angleterre comme son petit frère. Nous avons néanmoins observé qu’aucun fait précis, ayant eu lieu à une date déterminée, entre des acteurs identifiables n’a pu nous être rapporté. A l’inverse, nous avons expliqué à Sa Majesté le roi d’Angleterre que nos services diplomatiques étaient en contact ininterrompu depuis des mois, que la communication était optimale, et que notre relation bilatérale, jusqu’à l’élection du roi Rowan_Ashenheart était parfaite.

A vrai dire, nous craignons qu’il y ait d’autres raisons qui expliquent véritablement cette rupture du traité d’alliance, nous pensons que des influences étrangères ont interféré dans la décision de Sa Majesté le roi d’Angleterre. Je n’en dirai pas davantage.

ENG : This reinforces our misunderstanding. We have of course tried to understand the official reasons for this break-up and we have repeatedly insisted on explanations. However, we got only some vague reasons, that France did not respect the alliance treaty, that there would be no link between the ambassadors of our two countries, that France would consider England as its little brother. We have nevertheless observed that no specific event, having occurred on a certain date, between identifiable actors could be reported to us. Conversely, we explained to His Majesty the King of England that our diplomatic services had been in continuous contact for months, that communication was optimal, and that our bilateral relationship until the election of King Rowlan_ashenheart was perfect.

Indeed, we fear that there are other reasons for the breach of the alliance treaty, and we believe that foreign influences have interfered in the decision of His Majesty the King of England. I will not say more.

✍️ KAP What steps, if any, is France considering in response to this breach of alliance?

Dorrante
FR La France est respectueuse de la souveraineté de ses voisins et de ses décisions. Nous regrettons le choix du roi d’Angleterre, parce qu’elle ne nous paraît pas justifiée. Nous continuerons cependant à honorer l’esprit de ce traité d’alliance qui est ancré dans nos coeurs et dans nos mémoires. Cela signifie que nous continuerons à considérer que le peuple anglais est un allié naturel de la France, même si leur roi a décidé du contraire. De ce fait, le peuple anglais pourra toujours compter sur notre amitié ainsi que sur notre bienveillance. Nous serons bien sûr prêts à lui venir en aide, s’il nous le demande. Et lorsque les autorités anglaises seront prêtes pour cela, nous les accueillerons avec plaisir pour rebâtir une nouvelle alliance militaire. Cela peut très bien se faire demain, dans une semaine, ou dans six mois : notre porte sera toujours ouverte à la couronne d’Angleterre.

ENG France respects the sovereignty of its neighbours and their decisions. We regret the choice of the king of England, because it does not seem justified. We will continue to honour the spirit of this covenant treaty, which is anchored in our hearts and memories. This means that we will continue to consider the English people as a natural ally of France, even if their king has decided otherwise. As a result, the English people will always be able to count on our friendship and goodwill. We will of course be ready to help him if he asks us. And when the English authorities are ready for this, we will welcome them with pleasure to rebuild a new military alliance. It may well be tomorrow, in a week or six months: our door will always be open to the English crown.

✍️ KAP
What message do you hope your letter to the English counts conveys, and what outcome do you anticipate?

Dorrante
FR Je souhaite indiquer à Leurs Grandeurs les comtes du Royaume d’Angleterre que le Royaume de France est à leur disposition pour maintenir et renforcer les liens d’amitié qui nous unissent. Que nous continuerons à appliquer les dispositions du traité d’alliance avec les provinces anglaises et qu’elles pourront nous solliciter directement pour tout type de demande.

ENG I wish to inform Their Grandeurs the counts of the Kingdom of England that the Kingdom of France is at their disposal to maintain and strengthen the bonds of friendship which unite us. That we will continue to apply the provisions of the alliance treaty with the English provinces and that they can contact us directly for any type of request.

✍️ KAP What were France’s expectations for the alliance, and were you aware of any tension that might have led to this abrupt decision?

Dorrante
FR A vrai dire, lors des dernières heures du règne de Sa Majesté Avanni Palidor, il était question de renforcer notre alliance, et d’actualiser notre traité pour prendre en compte les menaces actuelles qui impactent aussi bien le Royaume d’Angleterre que le Royaume de France. Dans la mesure où il n’existait aucune tension entre les couronnes françaises et anglaises, et que selon nous notre alliance fonctionnait parfaitement bien, nous n’avions aucune raison de nous attendre à une rupture aussi abrupte.

ENG Indeed, in the last hours of His Majesty Avanni Palidor’s reign, there was talk of strengthening our alliance and updating our treaty to take into account the current threats that affect both the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of France. Since there was no tension between the French and English crowns, and we thought our alliance worked perfectly well, we had no reason to expect such a sharp break.

✍️ KAP
In your correspondence with the counts of England, what feedback or responses have you received thus far?

Dorrante
FR Je préfère ne pas répondre à cette question pour des raisons évidentes de confidentialité, mais j’indique à nouveau que le royaume de France est à la disposition de chaque sujet anglais qui souhaiterait se prévaloir de l’application de notre traité d’alliance.

ENG I prefer not to answer this question for obvious reasons of confidentiality, but I point out once again that the Kingdom of France is at the disposal of every English subject who would like to avail himself of the application of our treaty of alliance.

✍️ KAP What steps is France planning to take in response to the treaty's withdrawal?

Dorrante
FR Nous souhaitons maintenir notre amitié historique avec le peuple anglais et continuerons à discuter, échanger ou traiter avec tous ceux le souhaitent.

ENG We wish to maintain our historic friendship with the English people and will continue to discuss, exchange or deal with anyone who wishes.

✍️ KAP Will this affect diplomatic relations or trade agreements?

Dorrante
FR Les relations commerciales entre le royaume d’Angleterre et le royaume de France sont parfaitement libres ! Nous incitons tous les Anglais qui le souhaitent à poursuivre les échanges commerciaux avec nous.

ENG The commercial relations between the kingdom of England and the kingdom of France are perfectly free! We encourage all English who wish to continue trading with us.

✍️ KAP How has France reacted to the lack of a formal justification from England?

Dorrante
FR Il me semble avoir répondu dans la question « What has been France's official reaction to the sudden treaty withdrawal? »

ENG I think I answered in the question “What was the official reaction of France to the sudden withdrawal from the treaty?”

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Thank you Dorrante, the French Great Ambassador for answering our questions at KAP.

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Kingdoms Associated Press - London, England



Previously:
England Withdraws from French Alliance
Interview with Sebastian, England's Ambassador to France
Interview with Princess of Wales, Llyres

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Having reviewed the Alliance Treaty between the Kingdom of France and the Kingdom of England it contains several key points worth noting. The treaty stipulates that France and England agreed to support each other through intelligence sharing, military and naval aid, and the sharing of prestige among their armies - provided such actions did not jeopardize their own territories. All aid is explicitly subject to feasibility and mutual agreement.

On or around December 17, the Chancellor of the Royal Embassy, Ysabella, issued a a statement to France outlining the rationale for nullifying the alliance treaty. Notably, the statement appears to have been authored by the Chancellor herself, rather than the Monarch of England, as no signature or direct communication from the monarch is evident. Furthermore, the Monarch of England has remained silent on this matter, declining to respond to KAP's request for an interview to provide his perspective.

In Westminster, the House of Parliament initiated discussions to question the Royal Embassy Chancellor, Ysabelle, regarding the decision to withdraw from the alliance treaty. Members of Parliament posed several inquiries, but the Chancellor has yet to provide substantive answers. While she initially indicated her intent to address these questions, her responses have largely deferred resolution, stating that she will respond after her meeting with France concludes.

It is worth noting that France and England only received the formal reasoning for the treaty's nullification two weeks after the Monarch of England, Rowan, took action to dissolve it. As of now, the parliamentary debate and the ongoing discussions between France and England remain unresolved. KAP will update as information comes in.

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England KAP
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Kingdoms Associated Press - London, England


Previously:
England Withdraws from French Alliance
Interview with Sebastian, England's Ambassador to France

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Our next interview features the Princess of Wales, Llyres Windsong who is currently attending a diplomatic meeting with the French. KAP made an effort to keep the questions respectful of the event's private nature. As far as we know, the meeting is still underway.

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✍️ KAP What is your perspective on the king's decision to withdraw from the treaty without consultation or notice?

Princess Llyres
According to the Royal Embassy Charter, the Monarch has final say on a treaty’s approval, and according to treaty design, the Crown can end it. In this instance. I believe that notice was given within His Majesty’s Privy address, clearly stating His desire to frame all diplomatic relations on equal footing, specifically bringing attention to France.

✍️ KAP As a royal representative, how do you balance loyalty to the crown with the need to address concerns from both England and France?

Princess Llyres
In England, the role of Heir Apparent is considered of the Crown, not representative. Ideally the Heir advises and balances the Monarch in ways that are complimentary, and in service to England. As Heir I welcome the chance to hear multiple perspectives and carry those perspectives to His Majesty for consideration. Regarding the need to address concerns of both England and France, there is a meeting underway in the Embassy.

✍️ KAP Do you see a role for yourself in mediating this diplomatic crisis?

Princess Llyres
England holds three active treaties with France, so I do not see this moment as a crisis. I am happy to lend what assistance I may in advancing this diplomatic relationship.

✍️ KAP What message do you believe this incident sends to other nations about England's reliability as an ally?

Princess Llyres
England has stood by its international friends and allies, by land and sea, and through trade support. Ending one treaty that has long been out of compliance did not end the relationship with France. We retain open relations and a willingness to treat as equals with all nations.

✍️ KAPAs a member of the English royal family, do you agree with the King’s decision? Why or why not?

Princess Llyres
I uphold the King’s decision to advance those relationships that require attention.

✍️ KAP How do you see this affecting England's royal image and reputation in international affairs?

Princess Llyres
Perhaps it will change England’s image and reputation as a nation. We discarded an older treaty that was showing its flaws within the first year of its adoption. Rather than continue with status quo, the King took an action. We have not ended the relationship and other treaties remain in force. We have stood with France in the past, lending aide - armies and ships. I personally have sailed for the Royal French fleet in the past, just as I have sailed with SRING and Bretagne. But perhaps our willingness to move forward also brings opportunity to create something better between our nations, and other nations, for the future.

✍️ KAP In your view, what should be the next steps to address the fallout from this decision? What role do you believe you or the royal family could play in mending relations with France?

Princess Llyres
I believe that we should continue our ongoing talks with France within the Embassy. For myself, I will remain open to talking within the Embassy or with those French captains whom I have forged relations, alongside our Chancellor and Admiral.

✍️ KAP What is your role in this meeting, and how do you see yourself contributing to its outcomes?

Princess Llyres
Whatever I may have assumed my role in the meeting might have been, His Majesty determined that I take the lead on sharing concerns. While I knew firsthand of specific failings in the alliance treaty, I took a strategy of speaking broadly, hoping to move from a rapid acknowledgement that terms of this old alliance treaty were not being met, and caused challenges in our overall relations. I attempted to push the conversation away from what I feared would be a frustrating slog through past incidents and hoped to speed us towards a productive conversation about the times we are now in, obviously unsuccessfully.

Since the meeting is underway, I hope yet to contribute to positive outcomes.

✍️ KAP As a member of the royal family, how do you feel this decision reflects on England’s monarchy?

Princess Llyres
I know that within England this action was supported by some and criticized by others. Over time, I hope our people will come to fully understand that this decision was consistent with the promises made by King Rowan during his campaign. If they draw conclusions, it is that the King will adhere to his word and is unafraid to act, if he believes his action will ultimately benefit England.

✍️ KAP Do you think this secretive approach undermines public trust in leadership?

Princess Llyres
His Majesty opened Privy to all eyes in our kingdom, an unprecedented step toward transparency. There, he clearly stated his goals for diplomacy, knowing all England could view them. His actions should not be regarded secretive.

✍️ KAP What message do you have for those worried about the future of English - French relations?

Princess Llyres
There is no reason we cannot continue to develop this relation with our neighbor France. His Majesty saw fit to release a treaty that France could not comply with easily. We did not end relations. With conversation and in time, I see strong opportunity for an authentically robust treaty that could replace the alliance treaty of 1462.

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Thank you to the Princess of Wales, Llyres for her interview with KAP. KAP awaits the answers from the French side of this so there will be a small delay in the next edition.

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England KAP
Editor-in-Chief
Interviewees' opinions are those submitted in response to the questions asked of them and do not reflect the views of KAP or the reporter.
The International KAP offices is the place to find the right to respond to any KAP article and for the International rules of KAP.