First Inerstellar War

The First Interstellar War occurred sometime in the 23rd century. It was instigated when UE president Veracruz detonated a few nuclear devices on Merida. The war involved all 4 major powers, but was not nearly as destructive as the two Swarm wars. Tensions eventual reduced to a simmer, until the presumed 2nd Interstellar war a few decades later.