The news ticker on the Situation Room will display news headlines from around the globe according to Storyline progression, panic levels and missions performed by XCOM.

Agnostic

World leaders express confidence about alien threat, but is it bluster?

Global equity markets plunge as invaders disrupt business throughout the world

Price of gold hits all-time high

Defense agencies worldwide dust off the plans they never thought they'd need

Rioting and religious frenzy follow in invaders' wake

Firearms manufacturers predict record earnings as alien attack boosts sales

UFO skeptics now forced to face reality of alien presence on Earth

Media networks across the globe scramble to acquire coveted footage of live alien

Scientists question whether world governments have concealed efforts at diplomatic relations with aliens

No longer alone: Documentary claims to have "exclusive" information on aliens' intentions for Earth

Economist says future markets unpredictable if major technology firms acquire access to alien technology

Act 1

Researchers report no clear connection between ongoing reports of "unusual lights" sighted throughout the world

Mysterious objects seen falling to Earth have so far not been identified

Little response from world governments despite reported 'alien phenomena' across the globe

Drastic increase in reported UFO sightings leaves experts baffled

Strange objects strike several major cities as government officials look for the source

Top headlines fixate on widespread reports of "alien" attacks striking cities around the globe

UFO enthusiasts around the world feel sense of vindication following appearance of aliens

World awaits statements from leading religious bodies following alien sightings

Experts debate as early indications show objects from space are "alien" in origin

Alien sightings shock world population as reports continue to climb

Act 2

Escalation of alien activity across the globe leaves many wondering what motivated these unprovoked attacks

Hostile aliens terrorize world's population as governments scramble to respond

Cities across the globe struggle to deal with casualties and property damage caused by ongoing alien attacks

Activists in some nations believe government cover-up regarding sudden arrival of aggressive aliens; rumors fly of previous contact

Some communities band together for support in light of ongoing alien attacks

Families of those abducted by aliens seek answers from government leaders

Skeptics continue to question disappearance of alien bodies following alleged military engagements

Infrastructure crisis: Cities vie for limited resources as rush on building materials slows repairs to damaged roadways and other transportation networks

Reports continue to indicate rogue military organization of unknown origin attacking aliens at sites throughout the world

Rival political and ideological groups are now placing the blame for alien hostility on each other

Act 3

World leaders offer no unified statement as alien hostilities escalate into outright war in many areas

Rise of 'anti-alien' militias across the globe brings fear of government collapse in several nations

Alien attacks continue to escalate in nearly all parts of the world, leaving citizens of Earth to wonder what lies ahead

Death toll in alien attacks across the world still unknown; estimated to be in the "thousands" by some experts

Underdeveloped nations around the world plead with UN for support against alien threat

Brutality of alien attacks on civilian targets shocks the world

Food shortages reported in a number of countries as infrastructure damage slows supply chain

Accusations fly as international leaders imply possible coercion between government officials and aliens

Little progress seen in slowing progression of alien attacks despite eyewitness accounts of military engagements

Some now believe alien conquest of Earth is at hand; Advocate for peaceful acceptance

Specific Events

Reports indicate unidentified object shot down after prolonged aerial battle with unknown fighter craft

Witness claims to have seen unidentified military operatives capturing hostile alien alive, raising specter of government involvement

Independent researchers claim to have intercepted unusual signals being directed at Earth-based radar arrays

Clandestine raid on mysterious complex purportedly tied to alien invasion of Earth

Eyewitness reports claim to have seen human soldier using 'otherworldly' abilities in fight against hostile aliens

Daring assault by unknown military forces on office complex in *country* leaves questions as to building's occupants.

North America

USA

USA level 1

Rumors of alien activity near New York City have been met with skepticism from the general public

Residents of Los Angeles claim to have seen unusual lights near the downtown area...officials blame unspecified weather phenomena

Claims of an "alien creature" prowling the streets near the Joe Louis Arena in downtown Detroit are laughed off by local residents

Baltimore man claims to have shot "alien": police believe the incident may have been drug related

Business as usual in the southern United States despite claims of alien sightings near several major cities

USA level 2 and 3

National News Radio reports on an upswing in membership of armed militia groups in the Midwestern United States attributed to frequent alien sightings

Brazen alien abduction in California caught on video; concern grows over validity of alien reports

New Yorkers weary after repeated alien sightings in Manhattan; some claim government conspiracy

Colorado man claims aliens have settled in the Great Sand Dunes and are attempting to colonize Earth: local residents report unusual sightings

News helicopter crashes outside of Boston: eyewitness accounts claim "alien" weapons fire

Concern grows after notable political figure claims to have direct knowledge of alien attack near Houston

Ongoing reports of alien activity across the United States raises concerns among once skeptical populace

USA level 4

Religious leaders across America warn that the presence of aliens is a sign of dire times to come

As reports of alien activity in the eastern United States continue to climb, some people have taken to stockpiling food and other supplies

Unknown number of fatalities after alien attack strikes southern California; officials have not released a statement

Allegations of government coercion with the aliens as American presidential candidates blame various sources for growing crisis

Armed troops seen patrolling near the U.S. Capitol raise concern over safety of major cities

USA level 5

National Guard troops have taken up positions around government facilities across the United States as "alien war" escalates

Looting reported across the United States as many citizens give up hope for defeat of alien invasion

National Center for Health reports alarming increase in suicides as alien attacks continue unabated

World economy grinds to a halt as many U.S. businesses close due to lack of employee attendance

Coalition of U.S. governors demands aggressive response from feds as nation appears to be on the brink of shutdown

Canada

Canada level 1

An alien was sighted near a small town north of Montreal this morning...skeptics question authenticity of the account

Excited tourists visiting the CN Tower claim to have seen mysterious lights hovering over the Toronto area

Police cite lack of evidence in investigation of "alien abduction" taking place near Niagara Falls

Alien phenomenon sweeps across Canada; Vancouverites welcome visitors with open arms

Enterprising businesses across Canada have taken to selling "UFO" merchandise in light of recent reports

Canada level 2-3

Restaurant patrons in downtown Edmonton report alien attack: several city blocks cordoned off by police

Toronto residents claim police and local government officials are ignoring alien threat within the city as panic spreads

Scientists deny that lights seen over northern Canada can be attributed to Aurora Borealis, citing multiple reports of other unusual activity

Petition to the mayor of Winnipeg demands more police coverage after residents claim woman was abducted in the city center

Missing persons reports across Canada continue to climb... government officials remain baffled

Pro-alien advocacy groups in Vancouver say reports of alien attacks on civilians are "exaggerated"

Growing concern across Canada as initial reports of "alien activity" now lead to claims of attempted abductions

Canada level 4

Unrest in Ottawa as several high profile alien abductions rattle the Canadian capital"

Economic forecast indicates reduction in Canadian industrial output due to increasing fears of impending alien attack

Leaked evidence suggests several provincial governments in Canada creating emergency plans due to alien activity

Anger over lack of local response to alien attacks leads to protests in downtown Toronto

Alien corpse discovered on Edmonton city street causes near-panic among local residents, threat can no longer be denied

Canada level 5

Authorities in Manitoba say aliens have killed dozens in an apparent attack aimed at intimidating government officials

Canadians hunker down as alien crisis reaches breaking point across North America

Many across Canada turn to religion as little hope remains for end to alien conflict

Electrical grid disruptions throughout Canada as a result of alien attacks on infrastructure

Leaked government communication indicates expected disruption to GPS and other satellites

Mexico

Mexico level 1

Government officials in Mexico offer no official response to unsubstantiated reports of alien abductions taking place within the nation

Media reports of alien sightings in Mexico City are being heavily criticized by local officials as 'sensationalism'

Initial reports of alien abductions near Guadalajara brushed off by local law enforcement as "cartel infighting"

Trade groups reporting brisk business in Monterrey as UFO sightings draw tourists and local spectators alike

Crowds gather near Tijuana to view unusual lights seen flying erratically over the city

Mexico level 2-3

Growing concern across Mexico as the number of people reporting alien sightings rises

UFO sightings over Mexico City confirmed by pilots, anonymous military personnel; some residents alarmed by lack of government action

Opposition party in Mexico claims president has failed to properly address growing threat of alien attacks across the nation

Tijuana businesses report rapid decline as tourists stay home due to fear of ongoing alien attacks

Mexican military forced to shift priorities as reports of alien attacks across the country spur demands for increased security

Talk shows across Mexico inundated with requests for frank discussions on the scope of alien threat spreading across the country

Port operations in Veracruz disrupted as workers demand assurances of protection against alien attackers

Mexico level 4

Mexican President defends administration's response to alien crisis; opinion polls show little confidence

News media across Mexico thrives on talk of alien abductions as general public grows increasingly concerned

Crossings at Mexican border stations slow as both sides struggle to deal with increasingly visible alien attacks

Economists forecast lower than usual exports from Mexico as supply chain disruptions emerge as a result of alien attacks

Residents of Mexico City find little solace in police promises to secure city streets from alien attackers

Mexico level 5

Mexico reports large-scale immigration as migrant workers choose to return home rather than risk involvement in alien conflict

Government offices across Mexico are vandalized as public shows little confidence in official response to deadly alien attacks

Demand for vehicles and fuel declines rapidly in Mexico as residents refuse to travel for fear being attacked by aliens

Residents of Mexico City seen boarding up windows, securing structures as ongoing alien conflict reaches tipping point

Absenteeism in Mexican public schools reportedly over 80% as parents refuse to risk sending children in light of brutal alien attacks

South America

Argentina

Argentina level 1

Villagers of a small settlement in the Andes claim an alien entered their village at night; no evidence has been found

Fans refused to leave the stadium after a football match between rival Argentinean teams was briefly interrupted by hovering lights in the sky

Security guard in Buenos Aires claims 'alien life form' attempted to kidnap him... police continue to investigate

Continued sightings of unusual lights across the South American continent cause stir...residents report on best viewing locations

Police refuse to accept continued reports of alien activity, blame unemployed teenagers for 'prank calls'

Argentina level 2-3

Police in Argentina report apprehending suspect in 'alien' attack...some residents remain skeptical of police account

Police investigate site of alleged abduction in Buenos Aires as residents demand more protection from alien threat

Manhunt in La Plata underway after residents report alien attack kills three, mob demands justice

Supporters of alien-peace movement cry injustice as mobs form to defend local residents from 'alien aggression'

Alien sightings skyrocket across South America as local governments struggle to address public concern

Increasing number of alien abductions reported across Argentina as residents demand official response from government leaders

Despite assurances of increased police patrols, residents of Rosario grow increasingly weary of alien attacks on civilians

Argentina level 4

Armed forces in Argentina claim to have killed an alien during abduction attempt; citizens being urged to respect local curfews

Residents of Mendoza, Argentina are being urged to remain indoors and ration available supplies until alien threat has been reduced

South American nations are on high alert after a recent upswing in violent attacks leaves no doubt as to the extent of alien activity on Earth

Major grocers report shortages of non-perishable goods as fear grows that alien threat may be ongoing

Villagers from several remote South American towns fearful of alien abductions taking place 'unchecked.'

Argentina level 5

Death toll continues to climb as untold numbers are killed in brazen alien attack on Argentinean capital

Economic turmoil across South America as supplies run short due to stockpiling

Requests for government aid have been largely ignored as officials struggle to deal with growing over alien attacks

Fear grows throughout South American nations with no apparent end in sight after continuous alien attacks

Some residents of Argentina have begun informal ceremonies pleading with the aliens for mercy

Brazil

Brazil level 1

Beach goers in Rio de Janeiro claim to have seen unusual lights on the horizon: local police blame excessive alcohol consumption

Police in the capital city of Brasilia are responding to multiple reports of an "alien creature" found in an outlying district

Eyewitness in central Brazil claims she was abducted by aliens but escaped; neighbors believe history of mental problems are behind the account

Local residents of Santa Cruz clamor to catch a glimpse of purported alien corpse found washed up along the Atlantic coast

Brazilian officials offer no response to increasing reports of alien UFOs streaking across the night sky

Brazil level 2-3

Rumors persist that missing Brazilian politician was abducted by aliens...some residents spooked by lack of official response

Overnight reports of missing persons in Sao Paulo double; growing unrest over unknown source of abductions

Citizens of several small towns across Brazil create self-imposed curfew in attempt to reduce over alien activity

South American leaders issue joint statement condemning media reports they blame for fueling 'alien panic.'

Vocal politician in Brazil says citizens should prepare for "disruptions" caused by alien attacks, spreading fear among many in the nation

Reports of Brazilian military mobilizing near government buildings raises specter of legitimate alien attack

Researchers in Brazil studying unusual lights over Sao Paolo say government explanations not plausible as citizens grow concerned

Brazil level 4

Death toll from alien attack near Sao Paolo continues to climb as emergency personnel attempt to rescue victims

Brazilian politician issues statement blasting scientific institutions who claimed alien attacks were simply 'weather related phenomena.'

Economists report revised economic growth outlook for Brazil must take into account disruptive alien activity

Tourism down heavily as most choose to stay home rather than risk alien attacks during summer vacation period

Reports of cartels across South America attempting to cooperate with the aliens are 'disturbing' says anonymous government official

Brazil level 5

As fear spreads, many Brazilians turn to religion for answers

Government officials across South America urge residents to band together, protect communities from alien aggression

Crime skyrockets throughout Brazil as unsavory elements take advantage of overwhelmed police

Unseemly merchants prey on resident's fears in Brazil, begin selling 'anti-alien' technology which scientists call 'nonsense'

Controversy spreads as insurance companies in South America refuse to payout for damages sustained in alien attacks

Africa

Egypt

Egypt level 1

Government officials in Egypt claim continued reports of alien abductions are distracting from legitimate domestic concerns

Brightly colored lights seen over Cairo are believed to be the result of low flying aircraft, not aliens as originally reported

Reports from North Africa indicate the disappearance of large numbers of livestock; local opinion is split as to the cause

Police in Alexandria say residents are using claims of "alien activity" to cover for local troublemakers

Egyptian president urges calm despite increasing number of alien sightings; general public still weary

Egypt level 2-3

Attack on military officers stationed in Alexandria raises specter of legitimate alien invasion

Alien sightings near the Great Pyramid bring renewed interest in theories surrounding alien involvement in their construction

Egyptian newspaper claims 'inside story' on alien plot to colonize Earth, public reaction mixed

Locals shocked by disappearances throughout South Africa as belief in possible alien threat grows

Egyptian authorities urge calm as continual reports of alien sightings causes stir across the nation

Unusual aircraft spotted hovering near Cairo caught on film; experts baffled as to unknown origin

Local resident in Luxor claims to have seen aliens abducting neighbors; local police are investigating

Egypt level 4

Egyptians defy risks of further attacks to protest against lack of government response

Rumors of a conspiracy involving government collaboration with the aliens spread across Africa as fear grows

Food shortages continue to climb throughout the African Union as fear of ongoing alien conflict rises

Operations at the Suez port disrupted by absentee laborers as alien attacks strike fear in Egypt

Egyptian authorities attempt to appease concerns over alien attacks as public outcry grows

Egypt level 5

Reports of aliens killed in Egypt provide little hope that invasion will end anytime soon

Egyptians find little solace in government claims of reduced alien threat

Media speculation indicates death toll across the African subcontinent could be in the hundreds as aliens attack indiscriminately

Police in Cairo nowhere to be found as public outcry over alien attacks grows increasingly volatile

Businesses close across Alexandria as aliens meet little resistance in attacks on the city

South Africa

South Africa level 1

South African officials urge calm and restraint after groups purportedly go in search of 'alien' attackers

Police spokesperson in Cape Town refutes early reports of an alien abduction within the city limits, cites lack of evidence

Pilot approaching the OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg reports UFO sighting; passengers provide differing accounts

South African officials warn residents against filing "false" police reports involving alien activity

Residents of Durban dismiss claims by some that strange lights are actually "alien craft" moving through the night sky

South Africa level 2-3

South African officials urge calm and restraint after groups purportedly go in search of 'alien' attackers

Unconfirmed reports this morning that dozens are missing across Johannesburg causes public outcry for police support

South African man claiming to have been abducted by aliens finds increasingly receptive supporters through the nation

Residents of Soweto report late-night flyovers by mysterious craft moving at a high rate of speed

No official confirmation from police forces in Durban after leaked memo indicates "alien" task force being assembled

Alarming number of mysterious disappearances in Cape Town puts residents on edge

Massive building fire in downtown Johannesburg attributed to alien attack, increasing panic in the region

South Africa level 4

Local police in Cape Town blame rash of burglaries on fear of alien invasion"

Ongoing reports of armed civilians attempting to repel aliens in South Africa are dismissed by government officials as 'irresponsible'

African Union chairperson requests special session to address public outcry over alien attacks taking place across the continent

Media reports indicate increasing number of alien attacks across Johannesburg as residents grow increasingly fearful

South Africans gripped with fear as alien attacks spread across the country unopposed

South Africa level 5

Refugees flood less affected areas as alien conflict escalates into 'war'

South Africans plead for assistance as fear grips the nation

Reduced foreign aid during alien conflict compounds death toll from alien attacks across Africa

Residents in Johannesburg seen carrying weapons and other materials during everyday activities as fear of alien attacks grows unchecked

South African government offers small subsidies to those whose homes were destroyed by aliens; Offer does little to appease public concern as attacks continue

Nigeria

Nigeria level 1

Foreign journalists report that claims of local villagers capturing an "alien" are without merit

Increasingly common reports of alien abductions within Nigeria are met with skepticism by much of the local population

Unusual activity outside the Nigerian capital of Abuja has been blamed on migratory birds, negating rumors of alien activity

Government of Nigeria reportedly disrupts smuggling operation dealing in fake "alien" body parts, increasing public skepticism of sightings

Residents of Benin City believe oddly moving lights are tied to secret government program; no official response from government representatives

Nigeria level 2-3

Frequency of unusual lights over Nigerian villages continues to climb; residents have varying theories as to the cause

Three confirmed dead in small African village after "energy weapon" strikes house

Merchants in Nigeria profit from growing alien concern as demand for emergency supplies and weapons grows

Nigeria struggles to contain growing unrest as reports of alien sightings and attacks continue to climb

Laborers in Port Harcourt demand action as witnesses claim aliens have repeatedly scouted local industrial district

Unconfirmed reports of Nigerian village welcoming aliens onto their land draws ire of government officials

Brazen abduction attempt in Lagos, Nigeria spreads panic throughout the city

Nigeria level 4

Economy suffers as oil exports in Nigeria are slowed by infrastructure damage sustained during alien attacks

Nigerian president requests additional foreign aid to deal with aftermath of alien incursions

Sporadic reports of Nigerians fleeing Lagos in hopes of escaping alien attacks

Strange behavior seen in annual migration patterns of animals across Africa; some scientists blame UFO activity

Residents of Kano, Nigeria say government forces have done nothing to slow progression of alien attacks in the state

Nigeria level 5

Nigerian government reports troops lost in attempt to resist alien assault near the capital

African nations especially hard-hit after aliens destroy pipelines and other key infrastructure across the continent

High ranking official in Nigeria says nation faces 'insurmountable' odds in deterring alien attacks; public confidence shaken

Economic activity in Port Harcourt effectively cut off as laborers refuse to report in following increased alien attacks in the region

Residents in the central Nigerian city of Zaria shelter in their homes as government forces prove too little to slow threat of alien attacks

Europe

UK

UK level 1

Widely reported alien sightings across the UK are being largely ignored by the general public

Tabloid publishers are reporting record sales as alien sightings across the UK spur renewed interest in alien lore

Polls indicate little concern among general public despite increased reports of "alien activity" taking place around the UK

Royal Astronomical Society says recent sightings of unusual lights can be attributed to large solar flare

Footballer in London claims he was blinded by "alien" lights during regional match... police blame unruly elements in the crowd

UK level 2-3

Unknown craft spotted near Birmingham, widespread concern over threat of 'alien invasion'

Attack in central Glasgow kills two, citizens adamant that 'alien' was involved

Residents in England refuse to accept police statement claiming no evidence of alien activity caught on CCTV surveillance network

Grocers across the UK report an uptick in sales of non-perishable goods as some prepare for possible emergency due to alien attacks

Belfast police investigating report of mob attack on alleged alien found on city street

British Prime Minister insists that initial reports of alien attacks have been "blown out of proportion" and the nation remains secure

Citizens of the UK come to terms with possibility that shocking alien attacks are legitimate

UK level 4

Recent increase in crime across the UK attributed to alien attacks; residents fear escalating crisis

Heathrow reports heavy delays as airlines cancel flights due to risk of UFO attacks

Rogue politician in the UK suggests alien attacks may actually be 'domestic terrorism;' little public support as claims deemed ridiculous

Manchester police reportedly engage with alien attacks near town hall; multiple casualties reported

Edinburgh Tourist Boards reports major decline in international visitors as alien attacks strike UK

UK level 5

British government urges citizens to remain calm and vigilant, encourages community outreach to support neighbors in light of growing fear

Violence erupts in Berlin as opposing factions clash over true motivation of alien attacks on Germany

Rioting in the UK fueled by accusations of favoritism in selection of locales protected by military forces

British tabloids turn to legitimate news as public grows disinterested in 'fluff' during time of crisis

Perishable goods in short supply across England as residents turn to hoarding in face of unending alien attacks

Russia

Russia level 1

Photos of mysterious lights over Moscow flood social networks; skeptics remain unconvinced of alien activity

Russian authorities say all claims of alien activity within the country are the result of political opposition's scare tactics

Citizens in Omsk say vagrants are behind recent rash of "alien abductions" taking place within the city

Russian pop singer offers to allow aliens "to abduct her"... no response from the alleged alien invaders

Strange activity reported in Saint Petersburg has been attributed to local criminal elements, dismissing claims of "alien" involvement

Russia level 2-3

Fear of possible alien activity across Russia grows as new reports surface of possible attacks and/or abductions

Miners in northern Russia say aliens have entered processing facilities at night; claim to have proof of incursions

Residents in Omsk question government promises to fully investigate all reports of alien activity in the area

Russian officials continue to deny reports of alien attacks despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary

Moscow residents on edge after continual reports of alien attacks near the city flood media outlets

Tanks and other heavy equipment seen taking up positions near major Russian population centers as alien threat increases

Russian fighter jet reportedly shot down over remote airspace; no official confirmation from government officials at this time

Russia level 4

Russian oil tycoon claims to have been contacted by aliens, spurring fears of collaborators on Earth assisting in invasion

Civil unrest in Moscow as residents demand protection from aliens; police clash with protesters

Russian KHL temporarily suspends scheduled games until alien crisis is 'averted'; decline in attendance seen as governing factor

Russian President assures citizens that any alien aggression will be met with harshest response; polls indicate little confidence in government forces

Residents of Irkutsk, Russia report increasingly common sightings of alien creatures near major manufacturing center

Russia level 5

Aliens terrorize major Russian cities with bold attacks; residents fear the worst

Russians look for some glimpse of hope, but find little to inspire trust in government moves to counter aliens

Residents of Kazan, Russia awoken by massive alien attack as fear runs deep throughout the region

Religious leaders across Russia hold meeting to discuss impact of aliens' arrival on doctrine as populace grows increasingly skeptical

Local media is reporting on a growing movement across Russia that desires peace with the aliens; Followers willing to make 'concessions' to alien invaders

France

France level 1

Purported alien abduction attempt near the Eiffel Tower shrugged off by local residents...speculation of a hoax is rampant

Little public response in Paris as citizens claiming to have seen alien lifeforms are deemed "unstable" by media pundits

Experts in France claim unusual lights in the sky are naturally occurring phenomena

Tourist claims of having seen "alien abduction" near famed Palace of Versailles laughed off by local residents

Residents claim to have seen oddly shaped aircraft hovering near the central square of Lyons

France level 2-3

French tourist office reports decline in new arrivals following an increase in reported alien activity across the country

News investigation in France reveals dozens of residents recently disappeared, well-beyond typical incidents reported to police

Police in Paris overwhelmed by reports of aliens moving through city streets uncontested

Authorities express disapproval after French industrialist offers substantial reward for retrieval of "alien" corpse

Residents of Toulouse say aliens are moving throughout the city unchallenged as local authorities offer little response

French media outlets overwhelmed by eyewitness accounts of apparent alien attack outside of Nice

Government officials urge Parisians to reconsider public gatherings in light of ongoing alien threat in the city

France level 4

Absenteeism grows in France as some refuse to attend work for fear of alien attacks

As reported alien attacks rise, tourism in Paris declines; some local businesses shuttered as a result

Local shops near Lyon accused of price gouging as residents begin hoarding perishable goods

Rumors of vigilantism spread across France as civilians defy warnings in futile attempt to stop alien attacks

French President makes tacit admission that aliens have attacked the nation; citizens grow increasingly concerned

France level 5

Stores in France were mobbed today as outright panic leads to a rush on available goods

French officials now providing emergency supplies to areas heavily damaged by alien assault

Air raid sirens ring out across France as government warns citizens to avoid all unnecessary travel as alien 'war' continues

Businesses shuttered in French tourist centers due to shut down of major transportation networks

Hundreds reported missing across Paris as alien attacks escalate into full blown invasion; residents have little hope of reprieve

Germany

Germany level 1

Peaceful protests in Berlin take place as some believe the government should welcome the "aliens" in peace

Small but vocal minority continues to warn the European populace of alien activity; polls indicate little concern from the general public

Witnesses accounts of strange lights hovering near the Black Forest are reportedly viewed as "unreliable" by German authorities

Hamburg police report uptick in claimed alien sightings across the city but show little concern for alleged incidents

Purported abduction attempt near Stuttgart is said to be "a complete hoax" by local police chief

Germany level 2-3

Journalist in Hamburg reports undeniable evidence of citizens killed by aliens in the city

Revelers in Munich claim alien abduction took place in public view as local businesses feel negative effects

German military seen transferring vehicles to positions near government buildings in Berlin as alien threat grows

German Chancellor urges calm as concern grows over alien attacks throughout the world

Alien sightings throughout downtown Frankfurt send locals and tourists running scared

German political party advocating "peace talks" with alien invaders finds little support among general public

Police in Hanover say evidence is lacking in case of reported alien abduction on city street

Germany level 4

Seemingly random alien attack on small German town leaves at least seven dead; local residents in shock

German chancellor faces harsh criticism as alien attacks on civilians continue across the country

Latest alien assault near Hamburg sparks fear across the nation as aliens engage in open attacks

Germany military seen massing forces near Munich, sparking fear of impending alien attacks

Alien abductions in Cologne spread panic across the region as local residents grow fearful

Germany level 5

German officials announce measure to close borders in an attempt to reduce infrastructure demands as aliens target civilians

Police in many small German towns no longer responding to reports of minor crime due to overwhelming threat of alien attacks

Devastation in Leipzig as early reports indicate mass casualties in latest alien attacks; local residents now living in 'constant fear'

Food shortages reported across Germany as vicious cycle forms; Shops close due to lack of business, while citizens starve due to lack of income

Fighting erupts in parts of Southeastern Germany as some civilians attempt to fight aliens themselves in last ditch effort to protect homes

Asia

China

China level 1

Official Chinese media outlets report that alien sightings and other unusual activity are the work of "subversive elements"

Rumors of alien abductions taking place throughout Shanghai are being dismissed by local residents as a suspected viral marketing campaign

Local businesses in Beijing begin selling UFO merchandise in light of recent reports of alien sightings

Tourists enjoy unusual light show over Hong Kong as mysterious craft make low passes across the city

Chinese military official denies reports of "alien craft" violating China's airspace the past several nights

China level 2-3

Residents of Beijing say 'alien' attacks are taking place with regularity, but police continue to deny reports as 'unreliable.'

Activists in China say aliens are real and government officials should acknowledge their existence; no official response yet

Dock workers in Hong Kong claim to have seen aliens moving near the city's central port

State spokesman in China denies claims of alien attacks despite overwhelming evidence of intrusions in a number of cities

Growing outrage in Guangzhou has the number of report alien abductions continues to climb unabated

Rural Chinese village allegedly destroyed by alien attack as rescuers struggle to reach survivors

Military spokesman says jets seen patrolling near Shanghai were conducting "standard drills" with no connection to purported alien attacks

China level 4

Fear spreads throughout China as continued alien sightings are widely ignored by official government media outlets

Leaked reports indicate Chinese military firefight with aliens resulting in multiple fatalities; government denies engagement occurred

Alien attacks in Shenzhen send citizens running for cover as government officials continue to dismiss reports

Chinese GDP forecast predicts slowing growth as a result of labor and supply disruptions caused by alien attacks

Rumors of state collaboration with aliens sparks protests in some Chinese cities despite risks

China level 5

Chinese abandon metropolitan areas in hopes of finding sanctuary in rural communities despite widespread attacks

Displays of public opposition to government policies in China reach epic proportions as people fear outcome of alien conflict

Hundreds dead in Beijing: Alien attack topples large office complex as rescuers now attempt to recover survivors

Fear grips China as government response to alien attacks does little to appease civilian population

Hong Kong port activity at a standstill as workers refuse to continue moving cargo without 'effective' response to ongoing alien attacks

Japan

Japan level 1

Authorities in Japan are citing unusual atmospheric conditions as the cause of unexplained lights near several major cities

Alleged alien abduction in downtown Tokyo has been blamed on costumed anime enthusiasts

Residents of Osaka widely disregard claims of alien abductions reported near the city center

Air traffic controllers at the Narita International Airport offer conflicting reports of unidentified aircraft detected on regional ground radar

Some Japanese citizens urge vigilance despite public dismissal of claimed alien sightings

Japan level 2-3

Japanese financial markets continue to decline as debates on alien activity dominate news media throughout the country

Aliens become the new hot trend in Japanese entertainment media as sightings grow exponentially across the island nation

Japanese economists predict downturn in tourism industry following deluge of media coverage focused on alien activity on Earth

Residents of Osaka say alien attack leaves at least a dozen civilians dead as grips the city

Unknown craft seen hovering near Tokyo are now "undeniably" confirmed to be extraterrestrial in nature

In rare public statement, Emperor of Japan urges calm and cooperation in dealing with potential alien threat to the nation

Heavy damage reported after alleged "alien weapon" strikes downtown skyscraper in Tokyo

Japan level 4

Alien attack in Japanese Akihabara district leaves at least four dead, shuttering businesses and leaving local residents in shock

Social media in Japan overwhelmed by cell-phone videos of alien sightings as fear continues to spread

Residents of Osaka awoken by powerful blasts; specter of alien invasion weighs heavy on public opinion

Japanese government forces offer little reassurance to the general public as alien attacks spread across the nation

Reports indicate multiple casualties in alien attack on Tokyo; citizens grow increasingly concerned over lack of government response

Japan level 5

Residents of Tokyo left with little place to run after defense forces attempt to combat aliens within the city

Limited rations are available to residents of Japan as international shipping is widely disrupted by continued assault

Concern grows over the welfare of Japan's aging population as alien attacks reduce access to public services

Japanese opposition party accuses government leaders of failing to aggressively pursue response to alien attacks; Polls suggest public outrage growing

Rolling blackouts instituted across Japan as infrastructure suffers heavy damage following alien assault

India

India level 1

Residents of Mumbai stand by reports of an unknown "creature" lurking in the streets; so far no evidence has been presented

Indian newspaper exposé claiming new evidence of alien activity widely criticized by government officials as fraudulent

Bangalore police apprehend man selling tickets to view purportedly tamed "alien" housed within the city

Strange lights moving through the night sky over Kolkata spark rumors of alien invasion of Earth

Bollywood star says there is no merit to report that she was abducted by aliens while filming latest movie

India level 2-3

Government officials in Delhi deny reports of alien attacks despite growing numbers of eyewitness reports across the city

Some Indian villagers now believe the aliens were sent to Earth as a warning against current government policies

Witnesses claim Indian officials are ignoring widespread reports of alien abductions taking place in remote villages across the country

Citizens across central India demand greater government protection of mass transit in light of increasing alien attacks

Controversy erupts in Mumbai after local media reports imply government official in collusion with "alien invaders"

Minor disruptions reported in Indian commodity exports as alien phenomena dominates headlines

Flagrant alien attacks within the Indian capital city of Mumbai leave little doubt among residents that threat is real

India level 4

India's parliament condemns alien attacks, but declaration widely viewed as 'futile;' citizens demand more action

Residents of southern India say aliens have abducted multiple victims in small coastal villages

Brazen alien attack on civilians in Bangalore causes widespread across the Indian subcontinent

Members of Indian Parliament notably absent from recent session, increasing speculation of impending alien attacks

Bombay Stock Exchange declines after repeated alien attacks scare off investors

India level 5

Many Indians seen making unscheduled pilgrimages as faith in government resistance to aliens evaporates

Governments across Asia seek unified front against continued alien aggression; pundits believe efforts are 'too little, too late'

Ravaged neighborhoods in Delhi: Residents left with little after devastating alien attacks destroy hundreds of homes

Government officials in India offering limited food and water rations to those directly affected by alien attacks

Rogue Indian politician urges citizens to rise up against alien aggressors despite overwhelming dangers in facing powerful alien technology

Australia

Australia level 1

Australian Navy official denies media reports of a naval engagement with UFOs off the coast of Queensland

Sydney radio DJ sponsors "alien hunt" throughout the city after reported sightings...no aliens found so far

Melbourne police deny reports that city officer was attacked by "alien" creature while on patrol

Australian Prime Minister offers no official statement on repeated sightings of strange lights over several major cities

Surfers in New South Wales say low flying aircraft have appeared along local beaches several nights in a row

Australia level 2-3

Citizens across Australia grow weary as reports of alien activity continue to climb unabated

Some businesses in Perth begin shortening hours as threat of alien attacks continues to grow

Outrage after lack of official response following blatant abduction attempt in Brisbane is attributed to aliens

Australian Parliament recalls members for closed door meeting; alien attacks presumably leading topic of debate

Major newspaper in Sydney claims to have undeniable evidence of alien life on Earth as fear among residents grows

Australian Navy seen conducting unusual patrols along the coast following sightings of "alien craft"

Panic spreads across Australia as once skeptical populace grows increasingly concerned over alien attacks"

Australia level 4

Australian Prime Minister issues public declaration urging citizens to exercise caution in light of undeniable alien threat

Local journalist in Melbourne posts photographic evidence of alien creature moving near city center, sparking fear in residents

Resorts across Australia report steep drop in tourism as fear of ongoing alien threat wards off potential visitors

Residents of Darwin, Australia bunker down after spate of alien attacks strike nearby territories

Fear grips Australia as government forces fail to slow increasingly powerful alien attacks across the nation

Australia level 5

Australians brace for more attacks as government forces are overwhelmed by advanced alien technology

Streets of Brisbane grow deserted as residents choose to stay home rather than risk falling victim to aliens

Protesters defy warnings of alien threat, march on central government buildings in Canberra to express disbelief in lack of military response

Some residents of major Australian cities fleeing to remote territories in hopes of avoiding further alien attacks

Growing concern among world leaders as alien attacks lead to massive economic slowdown in Australia; Ripple effect seen in neighboring countries

Country Withdrawals

Media outlets report strange behavior among government officials in *country name*

Photographer claims to have evidence of *country name* officials meeting with aliens

officials meeting with aliens Unusual disruption of public services in *country name* raises concern over alien intervention in local government

raises concern over alien intervention in local government Bizarre gaffe by leading *country name* official raises specter of alien involvement

official raises specter of alien involvement Upsurge of reported abductions in *country name* leads to accusations of government collusion

leads to accusations of government collusion Witness claims to have seen government forces in *country name* training with aliens

training with aliens Protests spread throughout *country name* as citizens grow increasingly weary of government cooperation with alien forces

as citizens grow increasingly weary of government cooperation with alien forces Local media outlets outraged over increasing censorship of government activities in *country name*

Independent claims of *country name* troops working in conjunction with aliens raise fears throughout the region"

troops working in conjunction with aliens raise fears throughout the region" United Nations issues statement condemning *country name* for allegedly providing material support to hostile aliens

for allegedly providing material support to hostile aliens Severed diplomatic ties with *country name* leads to growing concern that aliens have infiltrated governmental organizations

leads to growing concern that aliens have infiltrated governmental organizations *country name* man claims to have seen alien envoy being ushered into government offices

man claims to have seen alien envoy being ushered into government offices *country name* official's press conference cut short after making several 'unusual' statements regarding alien cooperation

official's press conference cut short after making several 'unusual' statements regarding alien cooperation *country name* citizens grow weary after new revelations of government cooperation with the aliens

citizens grow weary after new revelations of government cooperation with the aliens "Outrage grows as new reports from *country name* indicate government involvement in alien experiments

indicate government involvement in alien experiments Accusations fly as official statements from *country name* government grow increasingly incoherent

government grow increasingly incoherent "Political opposition in *country name* accuses majority party of contributing resources to alien attacks throughout the world

accuses majority party of contributing resources to alien attacks throughout the world Shifting resource allocations by the *country name* government contributes to concern over collaboration with aliens

government contributes to concern over collaboration with aliens Diplomats report strange interactions with government officials from *country name*

Citizens of *country name* claim to have seen government forces kidnapping civilians - alien involvement is suspected

XCOM Missions

Victory

Daring intervention by unknown military forces in *country name* prevents alien abductions

prevents alien abductions Mysterious operatives intervene in *country name* abduction crisis, preventing further alien incursions

abduction crisis, preventing further alien incursions Eyewitness accounts of battle between unidentified military forces and hostile aliens in *country name* indicates efforts to stop abductions

indicates efforts to stop abductions Successful military incursion by unknown forces in *country name* stops alien abduction in progress

stops alien abduction in progress Local media report indicates aggressive military response to ongoing threat of alien abductions taking place in *country name*

Purported alien abduction in *country name* stopped by mysterious military operatives equipped with "advanced weaponry"

Defeat

Attempted military strike in *country name* fails to stop alien abduction as local residents grow weary

fails to stop alien abduction as local residents grow weary Casualties reported after unknown troops suffer losses in engagement with alien abductors in *country name*

Witness says well-armed military forces engaged with aliens in *country name* but were unable to stop abduction attempt

With Gene Mods

Soldiers exhibiting unusual appearances and otherworldly abilities reportedly engage alien forces in *country name*

Eyewitness accounts in *country name* claim that soldiers featuring bizarre abilities have directly engaged with hostile aliens in the region

claim that soldiers featuring bizarre abilities have directly engaged with hostile aliens in the region Rumors of human soldiers with strange physical characteristics fighting alien forces in *country name* are so far unsubstantiated

are so far unsubstantiated Human soldiers utilizing unexplained abilities against alien forces in *country name* draws attention of local populace

draws attention of local populace Soldiers wielding magic? Locals in *country name* claim to have seen human forces using powers "not of this world"

With MECs

Soldiers equipped with previously unknown mechanized weaponry confront alien forces in *country name*

Reports from *country name* indicate human military forces have engaged the aliens using some form of mechanized armor

indicate human military forces have engaged the aliens using some form of mechanized armor Eyewitnesses in *country name* claim that human soldiers wearing mechanized armor have attacked alien forces in the region

claim that human soldiers wearing mechanized armor have attacked alien forces in the region Local government officials in *country name* have no comment on reports of mechanized infantry engaging alien forces

have no comment on reports of mechanized infantry engaging alien forces Onlookers stunned by what appeared to be mechanized body armor equipped by unknown military forces operating in *country name*

Victory

Military forces response aggressively to alien attacks taking place *country name* ; alien forces reportedly turned back

; alien forces reportedly turned back Independent reports indicate multinational force of military personnel engaged and defeated hostile aliens in *country name*

Successful incursion by mysterious operatives in *country name* bolsters public confidence in government response to alien threat

bolsters public confidence in government response to alien threat Witnesses say unknown military force kills multiple hostile aliens in *country name*

Explosions heard near *country name* city center attributed to unknown "special forces" troops engaged with alien forces

city center attributed to unknown "special forces" troops engaged with alien forces Hostile alien forces engage in open warfare with unknown troops in *country name*; witnesses say human soldiers outfitted with unusual weapons and equipment

Defeat

Human military forces killed in attempted attack on aliens moving through city streets in *country name*

Panic spreads in *country name* as unknown troops are attacked by aliens near heavily populated area

as unknown troops are attacked by aliens near heavily populated area Eyewitness report indicates human soldiers defeated in attempted strike against alien targets moving in *country name*

Victory

Local residents report seeing unknown military forces approaching flaming wreckage of "downed UFO" in *country name*

Fire in the sky: residents of *country name* say UFO was shot down over rural area; military forces seen moving into the area in response

say UFO was shot down over rural area; military forces seen moving into the area in response Sightings of advanced military airship approaching "crashed UFO" in rural *country name* spurs talk of government response"

spurs talk of government response" Unknown military operatives reportedly engage hostile aliens at site of crashed UFO in *country name*

Burning UFO wreckage spotted by local residents in *country name* ; Military forces reportedly engaged aliens at crash site

; Military forces reportedly engaged aliens at crash site Reports of a firefight between unidentified soldiers and aliens at UFO crash site in *country name* brings hope of government response to threats

Defeat

Military forces engaging hostile aliens at the site of downed UFO in *country name* reportedly defeated

reportedly defeated Casualties reported after unknown troops attempt to engage alien forces near crashed UFO in *country name*

Local residents in *country name* say military incursion near downed UFO followed by explosions and heavy weapons fire

Victory

UFO landing site in *country name* reportedly secured by military forces of unknown affiliation

reportedly secured by military forces of unknown affiliation Unknown military forces seen responding quickly to reports of UFO landing in rural *country name*

Witness claims UFO landing in *country name* was quickly secured by mysterious operatives equipped with advanced military equipment

was quickly secured by mysterious operatives equipped with advanced military equipment Independent video footage shows unknown military forces engaging aliens at the site of UFO landing in *country name*

Soldiers seen attacking aliens at the site of landed UFO in *country name* , raising hopes of quick government response to alien threat

, raising hopes of quick government response to alien threat Heavily armed military forces seen converging on the site of reported UFO landing in *country name*

Defeat

Reports out of *country name* indicate military forces suffering heavy casualties during engagement with aliens near UFO landing site

indicate military forces suffering heavy casualties during engagement with aliens near UFO landing site Unknown human forces battling aliens near alleged UFO landing site in *country name* are outgunned by hostile invaders

are outgunned by hostile invaders Panic spreads in rural *country name* after unknown military force suffers losses while fighting aliens at UFO landing site*

Victory

Battle with aliens near downed helicopter in *country* caught on camera

caught on camera Mysterious container vessel in *country* seen transferring "advanced" materials to unknown military forces securing the area

seen transferring materials to unknown military forces securing the area Amateur video of shootout at local truck stop in *country* shows military forces wiping out group of hostile aliens

shows military forces wiping out group of hostile aliens Soldiers retake *country* office complex from alien assailants

office complex from alien assailants Local authorities report military firefight with aliens in *country* cemetery

cemetery Scientific facility in *country* site of nighttime assault; no clues as to facility's purpose

Fail

Several human soldiers killed after unexplained helicopter accident on *country* downtown freeway

downtown freeway Alien attack destroys *country* cargo container; several men killed in firefight.

cargo container; several men killed in firefight. Multiple soldiers killed during brazen attack at *country* truck stop

truck stop Reports of unidentified soldiers killed in skirmish with aliens at *country* office building

office building Aliens have upper hand in clash at cemetery in *country*

Aliens sighted exchanging fire with armed troops at *country* scientific facility; human forces retreat

Ignore

Unconfirmed reports of a military-style helicopter crash on downtown *country* freeway

freeway *country* ship seized by unknown assailants while maneuvering local waterway. Panic-stricken families receive no word on fate of sailors

ship seized by unknown assailants while maneuvering local waterway. Panic-stricken families receive no word on fate of sailors Unknown truck blasts through *country* military checkpoint unscathed

military checkpoint unscathed Witnesses claim to have seen alien activity near *country* office complex downtown

office complex downtown Missing corpses in *country* cemetery prompt speculation about alien involvement

cemetery prompt speculation about alien involvement Scientific facility in *country* goes dark; alien infiltration suspected

Victory

Hazmat lockdown in *country* cemetery as scientists examine site: officials say a specialized research unit is investigating

cemetery as scientists examine site: officials say a specialized research unit is investigating *country* railway cleared of hostile aliens by mysterious operatives of unknown military organization

railway cleared of hostile aliens by mysterious operatives of unknown military organization Alien activity in *country* thwarted after daring assault by human military forces

thwarted after daring assault by human military forces Unidentified military forces stop alien attack on *country* transportation network

transportation network Military operatives stop alien attack on infrastructure in *country*

Fail

Reports indicate human casualties... possible explosive in fight with aliens at local *country* cemetery

cemetery Heavy casualties reported as soldiers fail to stop alien incursion at *country* railway station

railway station Civilian casualties reported in *country* after alien assault rocks quiet neighborhood

after alien assault rocks quiet neighborhood Heavy casualties reported after soldiers fail to stop alien disruption of transportation network at *country* train yard

train yard Human forces killed as aliens detonate explosive destroying major bridge in *country*.

Ignore

Widespread devastation as alien weapon detonates in local *country* cemetery near city-center

cemetery near city-center *country* rail operations disrupted by powerful alien attack

rail operations disrupted by powerful alien attack Explosion rocks local neighborhood surrounding *country* businesses; authorities claim "mysterious figures " seen in the area are responsible

businesses; authorities claim " seen in the area are responsible Panic grows as *country* train yard is heavily damaged in alien attack

train yard is heavily damaged in alien attack Possible explosions on *country* highway overpass reported

Victory

Unknown military operatives in *country* rescue civilian from clutches of hostile aliens

rescue civilian from clutches of hostile aliens *country* politician rescued by military personnel after failed alien abduction attempt

politician rescued by military personnel after failed alien abduction attempt Witness claims to have seen unknown soldiers engaged with alien forces on local pier

Historic museum in *country* is site of failed abduction attempt by aliens

is site of failed abduction attempt by aliens Unidentified soldiers thwart attempted alien abduction on major *country* highway

highway Unidentified human forces engage and destroy hostile aliens during attempted civilian rescue on *country* city streets

Fail

Reports indicate possible civilian and military casualties during attempted rescue by unknown forces in *country*

*country* mourns death of outspoken politician killed in attack

mourns death of outspoken politician killed in attack Military and civilian casualties reported after battle between human soldiers and alien forces at local pier

Government leaders in *country* mourn the loss of local politician

mourn the loss of local politician High ranking UN official visiting *country* government reportedly kidnapped as soldiers fail to stop alien abductors

government reportedly kidnapped as soldiers fail to stop alien abductors Botched rescue attempt in *country* results in both civilian and military casualties

Ignore

Aliens seize control of *country* facility; no word from civilian employees

facility; no word from civilian employees Rumors of *country* politician being abducted circulate among media outlets

politician being abducted circulate among media outlets Man reportedly abducted by aliens near pier in *country*

No official statement on politician absent from government hearings today

Rumors of abduction attempts on UN officials in *country* creates panic

creates panic Individuals urged to stay indoors after reported alien sightings in *country* neighborhood

Victory

Fishermen near Newfoundland return to work after mysterious fishing moratorium lifted

Fail

Fishing village in Newfoundland declared quarantine zone

Ignore

Fishing village in Newfoundland appears deserted; no comment from authorities

Victory

Southern France site of clash between aliens and multiple unidentified human squads

Dam crisis averted by well-equipped but as of yet unidentified team of operatives

Mysterious rescue operation executed in France

Fail

Aliens engage and defeat unknown human forces in southern France

Dam bursts amid battle in southern France; reports of widespread destruction

Alleged rescue operation at rumored abductee holding facility suffers heavy losses.

Ignore

Unknown military forces ambushed by aliens in France

Dam collapses in southern France leaving unknown number of casualties

Reported abductees in France still missing

Victory

Invaders involved in Chinese organized crime showdown?

Commuter train diverted in China; large alien ship inexplicably pursues

Mysterious aircraft lands on alien craft in mid-flight - battle ensues

Fail

Triad bloodbath leaves several dead in China

Special operation at Chinese train station goes wrong - explosions and casualties reported

Damaged aircraft flees alien battleship

Ignore

Shakeup in Hong Kong triad leadership - situation murky

Large alien craft continues vigil over China

Alien battleship rains destruction on Chinese cities

Victory

Unidentified personnel defuse mysterious gas leak

Fail

Spike in emergency medical admissions attributed to unidentified gas leak

Ignore

Alien forces are in the area; witnesses report seeing multiple canisters of unknown purpose. Civilians have been evacuated.

Victory

Mysterious operatives reportedly on the ground in *country name* leave without a trace

leave without a trace Unidentified military forces conduct swift operation in *country name*

Military operatives seen moving in *country name* engage unknown forces and quickly disperse

engage unknown forces and quickly disperse Operation conducted by unknown forces in *country name* cloaked in secrecy

cloaked in secrecy Locals in *country name* claim that military forces have conducted an operation of some kind in the region

claim that military forces have conducted an operation of some kind in the region Government officials in *country name* deny any knowledge of covert operation said to have taken place in the nation's borders

deny any knowledge of covert operation said to have taken place in the nation's borders Unknown military operatives appear in *country name* ; disappear as quickly as they arrived

; disappear as quickly as they arrived Mysterious military operation in *country name* completed under cloak of secrecy!

Defeat

Reports of weapons fire and casualties following unknown operation in *country name*

Independent reports indicate that human military forces may be have been defeated during operation in *country name*

Numerous eyewitness accounts claim attempted military operation in *country name* results in heavy casualties

results in heavy casualties Attempted military operation in *country name* reportedly results in numerous human casualties

Fulfilled

*country name* pharmaceutical company announces breakthrough in new DNA sequencing technology

pharmaceutical company announces breakthrough in new DNA sequencing technology *country name* military procurement records indicate new contracts with unknown agency

military procurement records indicate new contracts with unknown agency New photos from embedded reporters reveal use of mysterious body armor among *country name* troops

troops Armed drones now in use by *country name* in attempt to thwart alien attacks

in attempt to thwart alien attacks *country name* touts several new developments in field of cybernetic research

touts several new developments in field of cybernetic research Images of *country name* soldiers going into battle with advanced alien weaponry posted on Internet

soldiers going into battle with advanced alien weaponry posted on Internet New synthetic antibodies discovered in *country name* medical labs promise pain-free living

medical labs promise pain-free living Witness claims fighter jets from *country name* outperform alien UFOs in air-to-air combat

outperform alien UFOs in air-to-air combat *country name* government issues small laser weapons to civilians, citing "civil defense"

government issues small laser weapons to civilians, citing "civil defense" *country name* military reportedly issues laser based weapons in fight against alien incursion

military reportedly issues laser based weapons in fight against alien incursion *country name* power commission able to fix damage to national power grid

power commission able to fix damage to national power grid *country name* reinforces critical infrastructure using advanced materials and building techniques

reinforces critical infrastructure using advanced materials and building techniques Calm returns to the streets of *country name* as police implement new non-lethal weapons

as police implement new non-lethal weapons Civilian panic slows in *country name* as new satellite monitoring allows alien UFO tracking.

as new satellite monitoring allows alien UFO tracking. Unidentified fighter jets spotted in pursuit of UFO over *country name*

Major breakthroughs in anti-aging research developed in *country name* labs

labs *country name* has released preliminary research into the eradication of Alzheimer's disease

has released preliminary research into the eradication of Alzheimer's disease Revolutionary new prosthetics engineered in *country name*

New robotic machines spotted policing *country name* streets

streets Members of *country name* military reportedly enduring unusually harsh conditions with few health consequences

military reportedly enduring unusually harsh conditions with few health consequences *country name* troops have been spotted firing unknown energy weapons in combat

troops have been spotted firing unknown energy weapons in combat Military sources: troops in *country name* fight with a new, advanced weapon

fight with a new, advanced weapon Images of laser weapons fire coming from the ground in *country name* flood the internet

flood the internet Mass graves filled with stockpiles of useless weapons found in *country name*

Government spokesman: *country name* troopers fight with a new, advanced weapon

troopers fight with a new, advanced weapon According to military sources, *country name* increases assaults on hostile alien forces

increases assaults on hostile alien forces Soldiers in *country name* seen patrolling the streets with highly sophisticated weaponry

seen patrolling the streets with highly sophisticated weaponry Massive explosions rock skies over *country name* as military employs new weapons

as military employs new weapons Witnesses claim to have seen new aerial drones of some kind operating in *country*

Agents operating inside *country* reportedly utilize new stealth technologies

reportedly utilize new stealth technologies Soldiers in *country* reportedly disappear in the middle of firefight with aliens

reportedly disappear in the middle of firefight with aliens New line of gas-based weaponry unveiled in *country* seems to thwart alien forces

seems to thwart alien forces Soldiers in *country* take down hostile aliens in greater numbers than previously recorded

take down hostile aliens in greater numbers than previously recorded Eyewitnesses claim multiple aliens killed in ambush by government forces in *country*

Reports coming from *country* indicate hostile aliens repelled by unknown forces

indicate hostile aliens repelled by unknown forces Special forces troops in *country* seen raiding local warehouse in industrial sector

seen raiding local warehouse in industrial sector Amateur footage from *country* shows government forces training with unusual weapons

shows government forces training with unusual weapons Government contractors in *country* claim to have test fired new, " non-standard " weaponry

claim to have test fired new, " " weaponry Unannounced weapons testing in *country* catches some local residents by surprise

catches some local residents by surprise Noticeable downturn in supply convoys used by military forces in *country* following energy-generation breakthrough

following energy-generation breakthrough Several local weapons manufacturers in *country* were raided today as part of an ongoing investigation

were raided today as part of an ongoing investigation Local residents in *country* reportedly spot weapons test over rural area

Ignored

Stock prices continue slow decline in *country name* pharmaceutical industry

pharmaceutical industry *country name* military denies difficulty in procuring advanced weapons technology

military denies difficulty in procuring advanced weapons technology Casualties among *country name* troops remain high

troops remain high Inability of *country name* to protect citizens causes panic

to protect citizens causes panic Unsuccessful trials of human cybernetic implants in *country name* raises questions of plausibility

raises questions of plausibility *country name* troops continually outgunned by invading alien forces

troops continually outgunned by invading alien forces NSAIDS and other anti-inflammatory medications pulled from *country name* shelves due to increased bouts of dyspepsia

shelves due to increased bouts of dyspepsia UFOs continue to wreak havoc on ground targets in *country name*

*country name* civilians continually vulnerable to attack as government fails to develop advanced weaponry

civilians continually vulnerable to attack as government fails to develop advanced weaponry Alien conflict moves closer to capital city in *country name* with no end in sight

with no end in sight Still in the dark, millions are without power, heat, in *country name*

*country name* struggles with power outages as alien attacks destroy critical infrastructure

struggles with power outages as alien attacks destroy critical infrastructure Rioting in *country name* overwhelms local authorities

overwhelms local authorities Pressure mounts in *country name* as their inability to monitor alien threats comes into question.

as their inability to monitor alien threats comes into question. Thousands seek shelter from aerial assaults in *country name*

Fourth quarter lows expected from *country name* medical industry this year

medical industry this year New statistics indicate *country name* population developing Alzheimer's disease at alarming rate

population developing Alzheimer's disease at alarming rate Many confined to wheelchairs, crutches after brutal alien assaults

Panic in the streets of *country name* ; government at a loss on how to restore order

; government at a loss on how to restore order *country name* soldiers outmatched on battlefield due to longer deployments

soldiers outmatched on battlefield due to longer deployments Outgunned by alien threat, *country name* troops on the defensive

troops on the defensive Dump sites filled with stockpiles of useless weapons found in *country name*

More UFOs spotted over *country name* airspace

airspace Unbridled UFO attacks pound *country name* with no relief in sight

with no relief in sight Civilians barricade themselves indoors as aliens outgun soldiers of *country name*

UFOs easily evade anti-aircraft fire over skies of *country name*

Heavy casualties in *country* as poorly equipped government forces attempt to engage aliens

as poorly equipped government forces attempt to engage aliens Intelligence failures in *country* blamed on outdated, obsolete equipment

blamed on outdated, obsolete equipment Forces in *country* continually battered by invaders as traditional concealment proves ineffective

continually battered by invaders as traditional concealment proves ineffective Casualties in *country* mount as existing weaponry proves ineffective against hostile aliens

mount as existing weaponry proves ineffective against hostile aliens Heavy casualties reported in *country* as soldiers fail to stop alien onslaught

as soldiers fail to stop alien onslaught Officials in *country* struggle to come to terms with mounting casualties

struggle to come to terms with mounting casualties Unidentified human forces heavily outgunned by hostile aliens in *country*

Army units in *country* struggle to contain hostile covert operations within the nation's borders

struggle to contain hostile covert operations within the nation's borders Unverified independent footage claims to show severely wounded government operative on public display in *country*

Government agencies struggle to identify source of new weapons seen in *country*

No progress seen in slowing the ongoing threat of hostile operations in *country*

No indication of progress against unknown human forces disrupting infrastructure in *country*

Local industries report record profits as uncharacteristic orders for new equipment climb in *country*

Hostile forces continue to make progress in *country* as local military struggles to match firepower

Sabotage

World financial markets in disarray following unidentified attacks on major infrastructure"

Rolling blackouts have been instituted in some areas following power grid disruptions across the globe"

Concern among the general populace grows as strange disruptions in infrastructure and services become widespread"

Stock markets institute trading curbs as reports of possible data manipulation leads to massive selloffs"

Mysterious disruptions in infrastructure lead to ongoing supply issues in countries around the world"

Propaganda

Leaflets distributed in *country name* imply local populace is being manipulated by "anti-alien government propaganda"

imply local populace is being manipulated by Radio broadcasts in *country name* were disrupted today by messages indicating that 'alien cooperation' is best for human civilization

were disrupted today by messages indicating that 'alien cooperation' is best for human civilization Unidentified messages scrawled in city streets throughout *country name* claim aliens can improve the lives of all those in need

claim aliens can improve the lives of all those in need Local government officials in *country name* say " conspiracy websites " encouraging dialogue with the aliens are "detrimental to all society"

say " " encouraging dialogue with the aliens are Politicians in *country name* say there is no merit to rumors that they have accepted bribes as part of an "unjust war on alien visitors"

say there is no merit to rumors that they have accepted bribes as part of an Vocal government critics in *country name* claim mounting evidence of political coercion between officials and groups seeking alien collaboration

claim mounting evidence of political coercion between officials and groups seeking alien collaboration Rumors of law enforcement officers involved "subversive" activity in *country name* as unknown sources leak new information

Research Hack

Bank run in *country name* spurred by network attacks on central banking system

spurred by network attacks on central banking system Renowned theoretical physicist disappears in *country name* following reports of espionage

following reports of espionage Cellular network outages in *country name* spark chaos in the streets

spark chaos in the streets Concern grows in *country name* as government officials fail to respond to ongoing reports of cyber-terror attacks on local networks

as government officials fail to respond to ongoing reports of cyber-terror attacks on local networks Scientists flee *country name* as ongoing concerns over network security raise the specter of industrial espionage