News from the Persian Empire

[Malatose]

[Nuclear Preparations]

 

"At best, the Imperium of Persia is only thirty percent prepared to deal with incidents of nuclear detonation over it's largest cities. With this level of prepardness, casualties could explode into the thousands and/or millions." Departmento Munitorum Special Report."

 

Upon receiving Special Report No.1 from the Departmento Munitorum, the Emperor ordered sweeping changes to the Imperium's nuclear prepardness.

 

To: All National Authorities of the Imperium

CC: Imperial Council of Persepolis

 

With the ever increasing danger of nuclear weapons, the following must be done to safeguard and protect the Imperium against weapons of mass destruction.

 

I. Strategic bunkers will be constructed throughout the nation, which will be self-sustaining establishments designed to withstand a nuclear explosion in the megaton(s) range.

 

II. As ordered, all homes entering construction after the issuing of this decree must be built with underground bunkers. With the help of the Administratum, special funds will be set up to construct bunkers for pre-Imperium built homes.

 

III. An extensive review of pre-Imperium architecture will take place to ensure nuclear survivability.

 

IV. An extensive review of pre-Imperium technology will take place to ensure the maximum EMP protection.

 

V. The government will provide biohazard/nuclear protective suits, in case of attacks. Proper instructions on how to use these suits will be distributed for proper use.

 

Edited August 7, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

[Beginning of the Western March]

 

After days of preparation, it was time to commence with the Western Crusade. Over four hundred thousand troops were lined up against the Iraqi border. These troops would march through Iraqi and Arabia, before finally ending their advance at the borders of Novak. The estimated time length of the campaign was to be just over three weeks.

 

Ahmed Bahur, Warmaster of the Imperium, gave the signal to commence operations. Simultaneously, troops began to cross into Arbil, As-Sulaymāniyyah, Diyālā, Wasit, Misan, and Al Basrah.

 

The crusade had commenced...

 

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[Malatose]

[Doctrine of Rationalization]

[A Formal Dispatch to all Foreign Ministries]

 

With the world growing more dangerous by the day, the Imperium of Persia must take every necessary to step to ensure the safety of it's population. Therefore, the Emperor has decreed the following, which he hopes all nations will respect and abide by.

 

I. The Caspian Sea is, hereby, declared to be apart of the Imperium of Persia. We will exercise all judicial and executive rights over that area.

 

II. We will respect other nation's claims in the Indian Ocean and Arabia; however, any nation that threatens our interest in those specific spheres will be dealt with accordingly.

 

Signed,

The Imperium of Persia

 

 

[Malatose]

[The Emperor's Journey]

 

At the Emperor's behest, the Retribution-class Battlecruiser (Kirov Battle Cruiser) Majestic, the Emperor's personal flagship and lead ship of her class, was to be prepared for a two week long journey. In a rather suprising move, the Emperor decided to accompany his personal ship, as it embarked on a mission of good will to a few select nations. By doing this, he hoped to extend the Imperium's diplomatic reach.

 

Escorting the Emperor's flagship would be one cruiser, two destroyers, three frigates and one support ship. The Surface Action Group was scheduled to leave port within the next couple of days.

Edited August 8, 2014 by Malatose

[Maelstrom Vortex]

The Majestic and her Battle Group are invited to dock at Yan Gon and to visit Druk Yul. King Wangchuck would like to spend time in council with the Emperor in regards to regional affairs.

[Malatose]

[The Beginning Phase]

 

"Move out!"

 

Persian troops moved forward into the dry, empty desert of Iraq. So far, troops were reporting minimal resistance; however, commanding officers still ordered their men to remain on guard. "We are now entering the belly of the beast. Stay alert." Overhead, F-15E Strike Eagles performed combat air patrols; while, striking supposed targets of oppurtunity.

 

OOC: Iraq 2/7

[Malatose]

[Show of Force]

 

With growing hostilities in the Indian Ocean and a need to demonstrate a significant show of force to deter adventurism, the Imperial Navy will dispatch a roving task force to the area. The fleet will travel to the Maldives, the Coco Island and Singapore; after which, the task force will return to home ports. After returning to home ports, the Task Force will complete the same pre-designated trip. The TaskForce is scheduled to leave home ports within the next couple of hours.

 

TaskForce "Beta"

 

3 Carriers

10 Destroyers

15 Frigates

  8 Cruisers

  5 Battlecruisers

15 Corvettes

  5 Nuclear Attack Submarines

  2 Guided Missile Submarines

Edited August 8, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

[Western Crusade]
 
After a rapid advance, the Iraqi governorate of Arbil fell to Persian troops. The advance into that specific area had caused 0 casualties to the combined force. Persian troops would continue onward into the neighboring region of Nineveh. In the areas of As-Sulaymāniyyah, Diyālā, Persian Forces began to encounter light resistance, mostly in the form of radical religious groups loyal to their former "God Emperor". 
 
Iraq (first half of country) 3/7 Edited August 10, 2014 by Malatose

[Horo the Wise Wolf]

[Western Crusade]
 
After a rapid advance, the Iraqi governorate of Arbil fell to Prussian troops. The advance into that specific area had caused 0 casualties to the combined force. Persian troops would continue onward into the neighboring region of Nineveh. In the areas of As-Sulaymāniyyah, Diyālā, Persian Forces began to encounter light resistance, mostly in the form of radical religious groups loyal to their former "God Emperor".

Quickly realising that their troops were on the wrong continent, King Wilhelm ordered a quick and stealthy exfiltration to Prussia proper. On their way, they helped the Arbil and their Government back up, as a means of showing their regret for knocking them over.

[Malatose]

Imperial Palace

Persepolis

 

"Your Imperial Majesty, we have an update on the situation. Our fleet is still involved in a stand-off with the Japanese Navy."

 

Bahadur rubbed his chin, "It seems I will have to cancel my personal voyage until this situation is handled. Quite unfortunate." Bahadur sighed, "Dispatch my battlegroup to reinforce TaskForce Beta. Advise the Admiral to fire only in defense."

 

After receiving the order, the Emperor's personal task force was dispatched to reinforce Taskforce "Beta".

 

[Malatose]

From: Naval High Command

CC: The Emperor's Office, the Imperial Council

 

With the Imperium of Japan taking an aggressive stance against the Imperium of Persia, all necessary precautions must be taken. Therefore, as ordered by His Imperial Majesty, all available units of the Imperial Navy are to mobilize and begin movements to reinforce TaskForce "Beta".

 

Naval Deployments

 

3 Xerxes-class Supercarriers

13 Corvettes
10 Destroyers
9 Frigates
5 Battlecruisers
1 Cruiser
1 Nuclear Attack Submarine

[Malatose]

[Forward Deployments]

 

In lieu of recent Naval deployments, the Air Force of the Imperium has begun to deploy two F-22 "Rapid" Deployment squadrons to the Coco Islands. Inside of the Imperium, maintainers and ground crews would load a single C-17 full of maintenance equipment and weapons. After loading, the C-17s would fly, along with their F-22s to the staging area, where the fighters would become operational in a matter of hours.

[Malatose]

[The Continued March]

 

Persian Forces, in As-Sulaymāniyyah and Diyālā, began to encounter strong resistance. Despite the sporadic attacks, Persian troops continued to move forward. F-15E Strike Eagles began to provide continuous air support. Meanwhile in Wasit and Misan, Imperial troops were close to victory.

 

OOC: Western Crusade 4/7

[Malatose]

[War Reserve Stock and Overseas Developments]

 

With the completion of the Haifa military base, the Departmento Munitorum authorized the creation of a war reserve stock in Israel. Over 3.2 Billion credits worth of supplies will be shipped to the area, in the form of ammunition, smart bombs, missiles, and military vehicles. The stock is designed to last for sixty days of intense combat.

 

In addition, the Imperial Guard will deploy fifteen thousand troops and equipment to the region. Troops will be deployed on a rotating basis

 

One F-15SE, two F-22, and one B-1R Squadron will be dispatched to Haifa on a rotating basis as well.

[Malatose]

[The Battle Begins]

 

Further to the north, Imperium forces began a three pronged, well coordinated offensive into Dohuk, Niniveh and Kirkuk. This offensive was supported by F-15E Strike Eagles, who would provide around the clock bombing.

 

After an extensive round of combat, the provinces of As-Sulaymāniyyah and Diyālā fell to Persian Forces. After declaring victory, Imperium forces began to round up suspected terrorist and rebels. Fighting was intense in the provinces of Wasit and Misan. So far, one hundred troops had died with many more injured, in the province of Wasit. However, takeover of the province was at 80% completion. Within Misan, forces continued their steady advance.

 

To the South, offensive operations began in Al Basrah.

 

 

OOC: 5/7

Edited August 12, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

In the north, Persian troops began to invasion of Dohuk. So far, there as no action reported; however, forces were ordered to stay on alert. Within Kirkuk, Forces has rapidly progressed through the province. Sporadic fighing led to the deaths of some fifty troops.

 

After intense fighting, victory was declared in Misan. In the streets, the local population protested as Imperial convoys streamed into the province. Some three hundred "terrorist" were arrested; while, hundreds more were killed in the intense combat. Wasit would experience the same finality; however, over one hundred Persian troops lay dead from religious extremist.  After this chaotic chapter, the province would begin its long road to recovery.

 

In the south, Al Basrah was declared sixty percent "tamed". The speed at which the Persian forces advanced was considered frightening to some.

 

OOC: 6/7

Edited August 13, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

After intense fighting, the Imperial Guard declared victory in Dohuk. Imperial troops would continue to flood into the province before the next step of the Great Western Crusade. In Dohuk, religious symbols representing the past God-Emperor were torn down.

 

In Kirkuk, the Imperial Guard met the same success. However, instead, guardsmen received over one hundred casualties. While military operations were declared over, troops would continue to raid rebel strongholds.

 

With the first part of the Western Crusade declared complete, the Warmaster began planning the next offensive, which would be launched as soon as possible.

 

7/7

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The next phase of the crusade was launched with furious intent. Imperial Guardsmen continued their advance into Nineveh. Over seventy percent of the province was declared "cleansed". Salah al-din was also next target of the offensive. Mechanized units of the Imperial Guard advanced quickly through the desert.

 

The Imperial Guard entered Babil, under heavy air support. Despite being under heavy air support, Imperial Guardsmen still managed to receive light casualties. Combat in Al-Quadisiyah was as intense as ever. In some districts, troops fought house to house to achieve final victory. In Basrah, intense urban combat was reported.

 

Within Thi Qar, the advance was slow in steady. Imperial Forces hoped to each the provincial capital within the next couple of days.

 

In a coordinated effort, a massive air drop was launched over Iraq. Al-Anbar, Karbala, Al Najaf, and Al-Muthanna were all subject to a large air assault operation. Over three thousand airborne forces were dropped in each province.\

 

1/7

 

Baghdad

 

Inside of Baghdad, Imperial troops encountered heavy resistance. From the surrounding windows, dozens of RPGs were launched; while, suicide bombers took the opportunity to sabotage local convoys. Indeed, it was hell on earth.

 

1/7

Edited August 18, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

SIC:

 

With recent announcements regarding the Indian Ocean, the Imperial Navy and Air Force has been ordered to participate in comprehensive surveillance of the Indian Ocean.

 

Deployments:

 

1 BattleGroup to the Central Indian

1 Battle Group to the South Indian

 

In addition, the Air Force will begin to conduct around the clock surveillance of the Indian through the use of satellites and AWACs aircraft.

Edited August 14, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

[Indian Ocean Shenanigans]

 

Task Force Beta has been ordered to split up into separate roving task forces, in order to enforce the Persian "Anti-Japanese" blockade of the Indian Ocean. Essentially, Task Force "Beta" will become a theater-level component command, responsible for enforcing the recently announced blockade in the Indian Ocean.

 

Task Force "A" (Central Indian)

 

1 Carrier

5 Destroyers

8 Frigates

4 Cruisers

3 BattleCruisers

8 Corvettes

3 Nuclear Attack Submarines

1 Guided Missile Submarine

 

Task Force "B" (South Indian)

 

2 Carriers

5 Destroyers

9 Frigates

8 Cruisers

2 Battlecruisers

9 Corvettes

2 Nuclear submarines

1 Guided Missile Submarine

 

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[Securing the Levant and Anatolia]

 

While the Empire muses over whether to annex the regions of the Levant and Anatolia into the Empire, it has been decided to dispatch a large number of troops to the region to secure it from outside adventurism. Fifty thousand troops will be dispatched to the Levant.

 

--

 

In a coordinated strike to bring Anatolia under Persian control, fifty thousand troops (mostly drawn from the winding down Western Crusade) were ordered to march into the Eastern Anatolia Region of Turkey. These troops were ordered to bring the region into the Persian Empire, and to prevent any further Romanian advances.

 

Eastern Anatolia Region (1/7)

 

In the Aegean Region, some five thousand airborne troops were dispatched, in an impressive show of force from the Imperium of Persia. Another three thousand would be landed in the later hours of the day, through the immense skill of the Imperial Air Force.

 

Aegean Region of Turkey (1/7)

[Malatose]

[Imperial Decree from the Emperor of the Imperium]

 

 

In an Imperial Decree disseminated to all government offices, the Emperor of the Imperium of Persia announced the new official flag of the Imperium. "This flag is designed to represent the new Persia, forged from the blood of countless battles and struggles.", the Emperor of Persia stated in a widely published proclamation.

 

In another decree, the official name for the Persian state was changed to "The Imperium of Persia". This decree was more of a formality, as official documents had already been using the new title for months.

[Malatose]

[The Final Phase of the Great Crusade]

 

[Azerbaijan]

 

To the North, the Imperial Guard began their assault, as part of the Western Crusade. The Azerbaijani regions of Nakhchivan, Kalbajar-Lachin, Aran Economic Region, and Lankaran were invaded on the ground. The advance was designed to be fast, with hopes of little to no casualties. In the skies, the Persian Imperial Guard launched a massive airborne attack, which had become a trademark of the Imperial Guard by now. Troops would land into the region of Ganja-Gazakh, Shaki-Zaqatala, Guba-Khachmaz, Daghlig Shirvan, and Asheron.

 

1/7

 

[Armenia]

 

Thirty thousand troops began their advance into Armenia. The troops were supported by the basic assortment of armored vehicles and artillery. In the skies, F-15SE would provide air to ground and combat air support.

 

1/7

 

[Georgia]

 

Twenty thousand airborne troops launched an assault into Georgia. One thousand troops were aimed at the Georgian capital of Tblisi. Other troops would land throughout the nation, in the various provinces in order to secure them.

 

1/7

[Malatose]

[Administrative Functions]

 

There was no surprise that activity within the Imperium of Persia was at an all time high, due to various internal and external matters. In order to relieve the Imperium of some of it's ever-growing administrative functions, the Adeptus Administratum formally relieved the Imperium of all administrative and legal responsibilities, in Bahrain and other regions. Bahrain's legal responsibility was formally transferred to Novak. However, all previous agreements, regarding that specific area, would be grandfathered.

 

[Status of the Great Crusade]

 

In a document published by the Imperial Guard, the Great Crusade was placed at 50% completion. In response, over two hundred thousand troops were withdrawn from the Crusade.

[Malatose]

"Hold the line!"

 

Throughout the province of Nineveh, Imperial Guardsmen were involved in a life and death struggle. In every house, Guardsmen encountered resistance. From Molotov cocktails to sniping, Guardsmen were exposed to the worse elements. In the streets, armored vehicles were engaged by suicide bombers; while, other remembers fired the occasional rocket propelled rockets. Indeed, it was hell on earth.

 

Inside of Babil, efforts were now underway to provide humanitarian aid to the populace. Citizens lined up in droves to receive the essentials needed for everyday life. Even with logistics troops providing these needs, Guardsmen continued to encounter various rebel factions. In some extreme cases, rebels provided the local populace with tainted goods, leading to distrust amongst the population towards Persia. The Imperial Guard went through great lengths to dispel these rumors. 

 

In Thi Qar, F-15SE began around the clock bombardment operations, in a move to disrupt partisan supply lines. The F-15SE used all available guided munitions, in order to miss civilian targets, to achieve their goals. Indeed, there would be nothing left standing. Guardsmen, on the ground, continued coordinate strikes moving forward.

 

Inside of Al-Anbar, Karbala, Al Najaf, and Al-Muthanna, Imperial Paratroopers continued to consolidate ground. After landing, forces began to secure the immediate location.  Afterwords, forces would begin to branch out throughout each of the provinces. Upon advancing, forces came up heavy fire from partisan forces, with included artillery and left over Babylonian armored vehicles. Indeed, the fight for this sector of Iraq would be considered the meat grinder.

 

2/7

 

Baghdad

 

Meanwhile, the struggle for Baghdad continued. Imperial airborne forces, using laser pointers, designated targets for F-15SE units. The  F-15SEs dropped dozens of guided munitions, in a bid to wipe out the enemy resistance. Imperial forces continued to move forward, despite the heavy attacks.

 

2/7

 

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The Final Crusade

 

[Azerbaijan]

 

Imperial Guardsmen continued to pour into the Azerbaijani regions of Nakhchivan, Kalbajar-Lachin, Aran Economic Region, and Lankaran. Citizens lined up in droves to watch the long line of Imperial convoys, as they entered each individual region. Imperial Guardsmen were surprised at the lack of fighting, compared to sections of the Crusade. However, commanders warned soldiers not to get too comfortable. "Evil was at every corner." Inside of the other regions of Ganja-Gazakh, Shaki-Zaqatala, Guba-Khachmaz, Daghlig Shirvan, and Asheron, airborne forces continued to consolidate their gains. Government offices were captured, along with other necessities needed to conquer a foreign nation. Other parts of the airborne legions began to spread out, doing their part in the Crusade.

 

2/7

 

[Armenia]

 

"We are here to usher in a new age of peace and prosperity for your people!"

 

Various aircraft dropped leaflets, promising the people of Armenia a new future when "integration" was complete. On the ground, Imperial troops continued their coordinated advance forward. Some Guardsmen would comment that this area of the Crusade was heaven, compared to the hell that was Iraq and soon to be Arabia.

 

2/7

 

[Georgia]

 

"We have reports of roadside bombers, advance with caution."

 

Fifty Guardsmen had died from roadside bombers, when their light transport vehicles were blown to smithereens. Heavy armored vehicles, along with other units were ordered to move ahead, in order to detect possible bombs and diffuse them. Of course, these roadside bombs were the least of their issues, sporadic "ambushes" were also a constant thing.  Indeed, Georgia was shaping up to be quite the mess.

 

2/7

Edited August 18, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

"Hail the God Emperor!"

 

That was the familiar scream of the rebel units, actively engaged with Persian forces in Ninevah. The rebels, who didn't care too much for their own well-being, launched dozens of suicide attacks. However, Imperial troops remained steadfast in their advance, especially with F-15SEs constantly  providing close air support.

 

Inside of Babil, humanitarian efforts continued. While these efforts continued at a steady pace, Imperium troops began to launch coordinated raids on a number of locations. In one case, Persian troops uncovered a large cache of explosives and weapons. In response, the owners were arrested.

 

Inside of Thi Qar, F-15SE's continued their around the clock bombardment. Thanks to these coordinated strikes, Guardsmen began to make great gains in the area; however, there was still much to do. So far, there were one hundred Guardsmen casualties, with many more wounded. Unfortunately, the number was expected to grow.

 

Inside of Al-Anbar, Karbala, Al Najaf, and Al-Muthanna, Guardsmen artillery began to rain down on enemy positions. This was in the form of howitzers and mortars. Buildings that once stood tall in the distance were now burnt out, hollow shells.

 

3/7

 

[Baghdad]

 

Baghdad was no worse than the other cities. Some Guardsmen compared it to "hell on earth". Fighting was intense, especially with the entire population armed to the teeth with former Babylonian weaponry. B-1Rs, in a rare move, began to launch comprehensive air strikes against rebel targets. F-15SEs also helped in these assaults, which gave the Persian Guardsmen much needed help.

 

3/7

 

[The Final Crusade]

 

Azerbaijan

 

The Azerbaijani Region's of Nakhchivan, Kalbajar-Lachin, Aran Economic Region, and Lankaran continued to remain quiet for the most part. Guardsmen began to spread out to secure important economic and government sights.  In a move to create create good-will with the local populace, Guardsmen began to interact with the local populace. Most of the interactions were successful, which made the local command confident of a quick victory. In the other regions of Ganja-Gazakh, Shaki-Zaqatala, Guba-Khachmaz, Daghlig Shirvan, and Asheron, Guardsmen were greeted by protesting citizens. Most citizens held up signs, protesting against the Persian "occupation"; while, others protested about other issues concerning the occupation. In order to quell these protest before grew, commanders met with local leaders to dispel any negative rumors.

 

3/7

 

[Armenia]

 

Inside of Armenia, the situation was calm for the most part. The local population didn't pay much attention to the Guardsmen. The few moments of interaction was mostly with small children, fascinated by a tank or infantry fighting vehicle. In a move to take advance of this calmness, the local commander agreed to meet with the local administration. "Peaceful" integration with the Imperium would be the main topic of discussion.

 

3/7

 

[Georgia]

 

Receiving word from local informant, Guardsmen began to conduct raids on possible rebels. Indeed, Persian troops were relentless in these assaults, making examples to deter any possible aggression. Elsewhere, Persian troops launched coordinated strikes against other supposed rebel strongholds. In some extreme cases, F-15SEs were brought in to wipe rebel bands off the face of the map.

 

3/7

Edited August 18, 2014 by Malatose

[Malatose]

[Halting Military Operations in Anatolia]

 

In a rather surprising move, the Lord Commander Militant of the Imperial Guard suspended military operations in Anatolia citing an unnecessary overstretching of military assets and growing hostilities with the Imperium of Japan. For the time being Anatolia would be placed under the protection of the Imperium of Persia, with a skeleton garrison being placed in the region to maintain order and stability.

 

[The Inquisition Begins Operations in Former-Babylonia]

 

Under the command of the Adeptus Ministorum, various members began to enter areas behind the front lines. These men, which numbered the thousands, began a systematic operation to dismantle the old Babylonian religion. Symbols, statues, scriptures, books, and anything related to the old religion were either torn down or burned. In their place, missionaries began to teach and spread the world of the Imperial Cult, which would become the new official religion.