- Rock Schafer, Ekbu Correspondent writes:

Space Clash Continues in Ekbu

Over 680 dead and even more wounded as conflict continues in Ekbu. Forces of Phoenix have engaged the forces of HaidenCuro in numerous attacks and counter attacks. The conflict that began 08/13/2013 at 16:52 has seen the loss of 5 units on both sides of the battle.

Sources indicate that no end to the conflict can be determined at this time. Contacts within the GTC have indicated that trade routes remain unaffected from the hostilities, however, there may be some delays as combat spills into trade lanes.