International dynamics were constantly changing, but Franz could no longer manage to pay attention. The Holy Roman Empire had just been re-established, and there were piles of problems waiting for his attention.
The situation with each German nation was easy to resolve, as they were highly autonomous and did not require the Central Government to intervene in local affairs. After agreeing on the rights and duties of both sides, the matter was almost settled.
The Rhineland region had turned into ruins, with nothing left but a group of refugees. Post-war reconstruction became the main task of the Vienna Government in 1892.
The newly acquired Grand Duchy of Lorraine, Alsace Province, and the Kingdom of Burgundy were even worse. Although historically these regions had been territories of the Holy Roman Empire, the French had ruled there for centuries and their influence was deeply entrenched.
