New Sparta has confirmed the reports of a catastrophic loss in the battle of Saeou with the Mutre Bee Organisation fleet. Twenty six ships were lost including the fleet flagship SS Missileer and the cream of NS' front line fleet.
President Torus has ordered every possible ship recalled to the central UNP territory including Akbar's detachment in Raegris space (though it is reported the ships are in a poor condition after their battles with the Terrasaurs).
Liberation and Saeou have protested the withdrawal of NS ships, saying they are being abandoned, Torus said that unless the MBO fleet is stopped then everywhere will be lost. Former NS Commander Knobhead has been recalled (he has remained a reservist) to command the NS fleet.
