OPERATION PHEONIX FLIGHT
OPERATION PHEONIX FLIGHT
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War on Terror – Afghanistan
Strategic Situation
Terror attacks against the US has led to a swift invasion of Afghanistan, this has allowed the Foundation unprecedented access to the country, whereas previously hands were tied by international pressures. The area where the US 10th mountain division is applying large amounts of pressuer is the region between Badghis and Bala Murghad. this region is colloquially known as Lythium due to the large deposits and industry that has sprung up around them. It is also the site of black ops conflict conducted during the Soviet - Afghan War in the 80's. The Foundation during their regular investogations of security networks happened across reports that lead us to believe there is an anomalous presence in the Lythium valleys (See attached Appendices).
Operational Situation
MTF Tau-44 has been attached to 10th Mountain division in their assault on AO PHEONICIAN in the Lythium region, while they will be assisting in the pacification of the region the primary objective is to investigate reports of anomalous activity related to an unknown pathogen. While reports are not identical to that of 20 years ago there is evidence of unusually sturdy soldiers operating in the Town of Arobster. If there is any evidence of organised involvement of such soldiers they will be found in one of the FOB's, as such Tau-44 has been tasked with a flanking attack and assault of one such site. British intelligence has provided satellite imaging to all allied forces operating in the area.
(S-FVEY) UK Milsat Image of AO PHEONICIAN 01 1435G October 13.
(S-FVEY) TAOR EIDOLON.
Phase 1 – TAOR EIDOLON
Situation - Terrain
Observation – Large hills give a commanding view of the battlefield.
Cover – Dense urban terrain provides cover for both allied and enemy forces.
Obstacle – There are no natural obstacles that obstruct movements.
Key Terrain – Surrounding hills a minaret and several tall buildings all will provide solid positions for bases of fire.
Avenue of approach – Tau-44 will approach from the south to storm a portion of the town.
Situation - Enemy (Jihadist)
Size – 1000+.
Activities – Defending against NATO forces.
Locations – Two FOB's, one handled by the US 10th Mountain Division and one for us to .
Units – Middle eastern militia, no known regular forces in the area. Potentially 'enhanced' troops.
Tactics – Unknown, likely to be defensive in nature.
Equipment – AK Variant weaponry, hunting rifles and submachine guns. APC’s, IFV’s and Technicals.
Habits – Enemy known to utilise IED's, Suicide Bombers and mortar strikes on allied positions should they be close to losing a given fight..
Intention – Unknown.
Morale – High.
Situation
US 10th Mountain will be approaching from the east with an armoured and mounted company, armour will hang back until absolutely needed as destruction of the town is to be kept to a minimum. However should fighting be too fierce mortars and CAS can be called in through the Directors authorisation, such support will fire only on RED SMOKE.
Mission
Tau-44 is to CLEAR designated areas of the town, DESTROY enemies IVO the FOB and SEARCH for intel IRT reported anomaly.
Execution
Operation Start – Move to staging area and set Hoplite 1-1 in overwatch position and conduct ISR.
Phase 1 – Hoplite 1-1-A and 1-1-B are to clear to Phase line 1 under the cover of Fire from Hoplite 1-1.
Phase 2 – Hoplite 1-1-A and 1-1-B are to clear to Phase line 2 under the cover of Fire from Hoplite 1-1.
Phase 3 – Hoplite 1-1-A and 1-1-B are to clear to Phase line 3 under the cover of Fire from Hoplite 1-1.
Phase 4 – Hoplite 1-1-A and 1-1-B are to clear to FOB under the cover of Fire from Hoplite 1-1.
Phase 5 – Assist US 10th Mountain in the CLEAR of TAOR EIDOLON IVO Arobster, south of dried river.
Images below show general order of clear but each team is to use IBT and maintain the 3 principles of CQB.
Phase 1
Appendix
CTRG Mission Report
Foundation Analysis Report
Glossary of Terms
AO - Area of OperationsCQB - Close Quarters Combat
FVEY - Five Eyes, an intelligence alliance between Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.
IBT - Initiative Based Tactics
IOT - In Order To
ISR - Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance
IVO - In Vicinity Of
LAT - Light Anti-Tank
MAT - Medium Anti-Tank
TAOR - Tactical Area of Responsibility
3 Princples of CQB - Speed, Surprise, Violence of Action