The communications upgrades for the Orion 7 system are proceeding as planned. The Ministry regrets the continued blackout and assures the friends and families of our brave forces that contact will be reestablished in the coming week. The delay does not reflect any setback in our campaign to liberate Orion 7. Anyone spreading such rumors should be reported to your local NightWatch office. They will be given the opportunity to clarify their views.

The Ministry can confirm the rumors of a virulent infection affecting the rebel fleet. Our forces and surrounding systems have been unaffected, thanks to the strict quarantine enforced by our fleet. The Ministry has been assured by EarthForce that the virus is not a biological attack. Rather, it is an expected consequence of the corrupt practices of the rebels. Practices they intend to impose on the loyal citizens of Orion 7. We will not allow that to happen.