I’d definitely need to replace the Leia reaction shot, but if I am able to use a shot of the Raddus escaping, it might work.

The radio chatter would have to be recorded specifically to make it clear that it’s coming from Hos.

The spy subtitles idea is a bit out there, but maybe I could use a technique of suggesting Republic involvement while still keeping it vague:

Female spy: “Inform our friends…I’ve found their droid.”

This is to suggest that Republic intelligence and military are helping the Resistance, giving it eyes and ears in every corner of Republic territory.

Also, I’ve just updated the first post with the more recent ideas.