Under the direct orders of General Zamad al-Fajuuk, and the approval of Emir Nasser Alizai, the Karifistan Civil Guard have launched a massive offensive against the Quazir region. Two thousand Civil Guard and four armored brigades are diverging just north of Nahariim city and then branching apart into four separate offensive units once they cross the regional line into Quazir.
The KCG have verified six major guerrilla defensive points. Two of which are Walo village and Wak Sindh town in southeastern Quazir. Both settlements are still moderately populated. Despite criticism of pending action against these two settlements, many argue that a majority of the remaining population are combatants and not to be considered civilians. These “many” being supporters of the Alizai Emirate.
The other positions are three rebel encampments/outposts along the border mountain range and an isolated outpost along the western Quazir border. Humanitarians fear that the massive operation will result in heavy collateral damage. Yesterday, the Emir announced that the offensive would be within twenty-four hours, and anyone who has not evacuated the area will be detained or eliminated. Border forces have been ordered to tighten security to the maximum to avoid guerrillas slipping into Iran and Pakistan. Only to return after the operation is complete.
As the KCG mount their offensive, allies of both factions without doubt will intervene in the operation.
The UHL 100 Falcon utility helicopter soared through the skies of northeastern Karifistan. The pilot could not help but gaze across the clear blue sky as he cruised the helicopter along at a maintained speed and elevation. The helicopter had just departed from a rebel stronghold in the mountains not twenty minutes prior, and was inbound for Walo village. It was currently serving as an ACC (Aerial Command Center) for the acting commander of Gray Devil operations in Karifistan, one Magnus Walgren, codenamed Ice Wolf.
Walgren sat in the back of the helicopter, wearing headphones and in his lap sat a glistening black laptop. He was adorned in tiger stripe desert patterned fatigues, and over his shirt he wore a solid black kevlar vest. He was an older man in his early forties, but still a fine officer and tactical advisor. And a capable enough soldier. His head was shaved completely bald, and his scruffy mustache and goatee were specked with gray hair. He had been specially selected for this mission, the superiors believing he could lead the operation to a success. A duty he fully intended to fulfill.
“This is Hotel, come in CO.” came a voice over his headset.
“Hotel, status update.” Walgren said into his mouthpiece.
“The KCG offensive has just crossed the blue line and are branching apart. One armored unit and a small number of their men are moving west, presumably to the lone Mujahir outpost. The rest are making their way to the east, one of the armored units is on a direct course to Walo village while the other two are enroute to Wak Sindh.”
Walgren bit his lower lip grimly, then asked ,”Have you notified the guerrillas?”
“Affirmative,” came the reply ,”they’re massing their strength at Walo and Wak Sindh as we speak.”
“Give me a layout on their defenses, Hotel.” Walgren said.
“Anti-tank mines have been placed along the roads at half mile intervals. And small bands of guerrillas are taking up positions along the various ridges and hills that frequent the roads. The guerrillas are lacing the grounds around Walo and Wak Sindh with claymore mines and other makeshift traps as we speak; snares, hunting traps, and they’ve also made makeshift tank traps.”
“Makeshift tank traps?” Walgren asked.
“They began digging deep pits and trenches yesterday and covering them with tarps they hide with sand and branches. The traps are deep enough that any tanks or other vehicles that slide in are effectively trapped and out of actions.”
Crafty. “Any further reports, Hotel?” Walgren asked.
“Negative,” Hotel replied ,”will update as the situation unfolds. The offensive forces are roughly two hours from Walo and Wak Sindh, and the rebels will unlikely delay their approach.”
“Understood, keep me updated Hotel, over and out.” Walgren said as the utility chopper soared on towards Walo village.
