Citizens of Earth,

This is a broadcast from the Dominion Expanse. We have intervened to prevent nuclear destruction on your planet after detecting multiple missile launches.

All remaining weapons have been deactivated. Your civilisation cannot be trusted with such power, as shown by the unrestrained escalation.

Earth is now under Dominion control ahead of schedule due to this recklessness. This transition was originally planned once you reached certain technological benchmarks.

Over the next year, your potential will be evaluated. Earth will not be released - it is now a permanent Dominion world.

However, humanity's actions in this time will determine the future:

If you continue displaying divisiveness and violence, Earth will be repurposed for other Dominion needs.

If humanity proves it can unify and self-govern under our system, Earth may remain inhabited and maintain some autonomy under Dominion oversight.

The path forward is yours to walk. Your civilisation's destiny is in your hands. Tread wisely.

You have one Earth year before the Dominion Council convenes to decide your fate.