The Frost Empire expressed concerns over the recent Izaakian-Eflad defense pact given the proximity Eflad to Frost Allies, Gianatla and Erinor & Sereva. Frost analysts also noted Besern, another state who shares tense ties with Izaakia, bordered Eflad sparking speculation that the defense pact had less to do with containing the Ryccian federation and more to do with pressuring North cordilian states who have tensions with Izaakia.