Yaslovakia is intimidated by the apparent plasma-cannon-from-space-of-death, trying to find ways to prevent it.
Space research with missiles is complete after a long, long long time. Multiple missiles with scanning equipment are sent into space in an attempt to at least somewhat get an idea of what they're up against.
Meanwhile, infantry receive fierce resistance from defensive positions. Fleets of battleships escorting troop transports begin to have naval battles with several other fleets.