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Nordics Daily 15/05/2023  

The war between Lithuania and the forces of the New Warsaw Pact, led by Poland, has come to a close with the signing of the Treaty of Baranovichi. The comprehensive treaty outlines a series of agreements that will shape the future of the region and bring stability after years of conflict. The signing ceremony, held in Baranovichi, Belarus, was attended by key representatives from all parties involved. Article 1 of the treaty marks the disbandment of the Federal Republic of Eastern Poland and Lithuania (FRWPIL), effectively ending its legal functioning. The dissolution of the FRWPIL sets the stage for significant territorial changes and political transformations in the region. Under Article 2, the Belarus Kraj will be integrated as an autonomous kraj within the Polish Social Nationalist Republic, providing a new framework for governance and cooperation between the two entities. This move solidifies closer ties between Poland and Belarus and opens avenues for shared prosperity. The Voivodeship of Wilno, as stated in Article 3, will be integrated as a non-autonomous area within the Polish Social Nationalist Republic. This integration aims to foster stability and enhance cooperation between the two regions. Article 4 outlines the establishment of the Rutheanian Salvation Area, governed by a National Council consisting of delegates from the Ukrainian Liberation Army, the Ukrainian Government in Exile, and Tarnopol Voivodeship. The National Council will work towards organizing and forming a free Ruthenian republic, ensuring the rights and aspirations of the Ruthenian people Ruthenia's geopolitical neutrality is safeguarded under Article 5, obliging the region to refrain from joining military organizations while allowing participation in economic initiatives. This provision aims to ensure the peaceful coexistence and stability of the region. Further territorial integrations are addressed in Articles 6 and 7. The Lithuanian coast up to the city of Klaipeda, as well as the area around Vilkaviškis, will be integrated into Kaliningrad Kraj. Additionally, the area of Marijampole will become part of the Wilno Voivodeship, consolidating regional boundaries. Article 8 signifies the integration of the remaining territories of the FRWPIL into the European Commonwealth under autonomous status. This integration serves as a path towards reconciliation and cooperation between the European Commonwealth and the Polish Social Nationalist Republic. Repatriation efforts for volunteer and expeditionary armies are outlined in Article 9, ensuring the safe return of forces to their home countries. This step symbolizes the restoration of peace and the commitment to post-conflict stability. Population exchange is addressed in Article 10, paving the way for future voluntary migrations between the new Ruthenian state and the Polish Social Nationalist Republic. This provision emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural identities while fostering mutual understanding. Lastly, Article 11 highlights the crucial task of reconstruction in the newly integrated areas. Each country involved will assume responsibility for the rebuilding process within the territories they have integrated, with the possibility of international assistance as determined by each nation's discretion. The signing of the Treaty of Baranovichi represents a milestone in the region's history, marking the end of a prolonged conflict and the beginning of a new era of cooperation and stability. The successful negotiations and agreements reached demonstrate the commitment of the New Warsaw Pact members, including Norway-Sweden, to work towards a better future for all.

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