Promises Fulfilled

[High Emperor Aggron]

The meeting would take place in a large open conference room where the diplomatic teams from Paraguay and their President would sit around a circular table, a sign of camaraderie between the continental neighbors and close allies. Upon arrival Prime Minister Miguel Robles and General Cassio would sit at two of the thirteen seats. Their business papers ordered neatly on the great mahogany varnished table as they waited for the Paraguayan entourage to arrive to La Paz.

 

Cassio looked at his uniform as he twiddled his thumbs back and forth "Clean pressed at least.." He stood up yawning, and walked casually over to his personal secretary, Felicia. She without looking up from her laptop handed him the latest report to the civil war.

 

"I see.." stroking the gruff of his chin hair, Cassio set the file next to Robles who in turn sighed deeply.

 

"Four.. hundred.. dead?" the question was met with a stony glare as Cassio sitting down in his chair, covered his eyes with the palms of his hands. The mumbled words were lost to his fists as he balled his hands slapping them into the table with a loud crack that startled Felicia from even the end of the conference room.

 

"Do not stress brother.. The Paraguayans are near no?"

[lkfht]

As President Gomez with his staff and members of the State Department landed in La Paz, the President could be seen with a worrying look after reviewing the daily intelligence briefing.

 

"Mr. Hinojosa Medina, Director of the Military Intelligence Agency, are you sure these statements are true? Over four hundred dead in Bolivia's civil war?!"

"Yes Mr. President, I'm afraid so. And the death toll is expected to rise given increased tensions, especially around Peru."

"This is very worrying, keep me updated on the latest developments."

 

As President Gomez prepared to disembark from the plane he told his Chief of Staff to notify the Bolivian Prime Minister that he would bring up the recent violence in his country during their discussions.

 

The Paraguayan delegation got into a motorcade to drive to the conference site. Upon arrival President Gomez stepped out and walked right on in without any hesitation determined not to allow some internal conflict to disrupt a friendly and profitable relationship between the two country's to cease. As he entered the building, he walked down to the conference room and upon entering saw the Bolivian delegation already seated.

 

"I hope we have not kept you waiting." said the President to Prime Minister Miguel Robles and General Cassio somewhat embarrassingly.

 

 

The Paraguayan delegation's motorcade to the conference site in La Paz

[High Emperor Aggron]

"I hope we have not kept you waiting." said the President to Prime Minister Miguel Robles and General Cassio somewhat embarrassingly.

 
The two leaders of the U.R.B. stood as the President of Paraguay was bid to sit down in one of the chairs along with his diplomatic team that'd arrived shortly beforehand. Grabbing a pitcher of water, Felicia passed them round the table before returning to her seat at the edge of the room.
 
"Now.. Mr. Gomez, I'd like to start by showing you reports of the current situation in Copacabana:
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You see, this is a photo of Copacabana after one week of continued shelling from locations inside of Peru. The U.R.B. civilian death count is.." General Cassio flipped the report page dissatisfiedly and sighed at the number "10% or roughly seventy thousand considered dead, or missing.. a national catastrophe of such an unprecedented scale. The official soldier tally is roughly 967 soldiers, 33 tank crews, and ~100 of the Guard Nationale. Of course these numbers will be altered before being shown beyond these doors." the sullen look on Cassio's face was the cue that Robles picked up and continued speaking.

"Mr. Gomez, we aren't going to request intervention of outside military forces, however we would like to ask you to aid the Blue cross in saving the wounded that pour out of the region daily. We're also coming to tell you that our Promise to a Freeport city within the U.R.B. will be honored. When we'd managed to remove the presence of renegade forces in Peru, we will be designating Ilo as the Freeport city to be utilized as the Paraguayan naval base. However with the proximity that our countries and military organisations will share we ask that you open your mind to signing a treaty with the U.R.B. preferably one of Mutual Defense." Robles eased a second to let the gravity of the contrasting statements sink into the Paraguayan assembly.

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[lkfht]

"Mr. Prime Minister, I am personally open to having further discussions regarding a Mutual Defense treaty, however any treaty must be ratified by both houses of the Chamber of Freedom, our national legislative body.

 

The U.R.B. death civilian death count is utterly despicable and I would like to reiterate the fact that all innocent civilians, regardless of their geographic location, must be protected at all costs. I would also like to express my deepest condolences for those brave soldiers who have lost their lives in this conflict, however please keep in mind that total military action by internal and external forces must be avoided and a more peaceful approach should be considered.

 

We appreciate the fact that our Freeport city will be honored by the location of Arica.

 

Now... in terms of military and humanitarian aid... I have brought with me on my delegation Mr. Cesario Pio, Director of the Paraguayan Agency for International Development. He will be able to answer any specific questions regarding humanitarian assistance to civilians within the area of conflict. I have already ordered 3 C-17 Globemasters to fly to the nearest airfield, per your authorization, full of housing, food, and medical supplies to be used to levy the impact of refugees and injured civilians.

 

Militarily, I can currently offer 1,000 officers from the Peacekeeping Operations Bureau of the Federal Paraguayan Police Force, to assist in maintaining law, order, and protection of civilians in designated areas. I strongly urge you to limit foreign military assistance to South American countries only. As the conflict continues to develop, further military assistance may be considered. I do ask kindly that myself and the Paraguayan government be kept up to date on this matter in order for us to make the appropriate arrangements."

 

-President Jose Gomez

[High Emperor Aggron]

"Mr. Prime Minister, I am personally open to having further discussions regarding a Mutual Defense treaty, however any treaty must be ratified by both houses of the Chamber of Freedom, our national legislative body.

 

The U.R.B. death civilian death count is utterly despicable and I would like to reiterate the fact that all innocent civilians, regardless of their geographic location, must be protected at all costs. I would also like to express my deepest condolences for those brave soldiers who have lost their lives in this conflict, however please keep in mind that total military action by internal and external forces must be avoided and a more peaceful approach should be considered.

 

We appreciate the fact that our Freeport city will be honored by the location of Arica.

 

Now... in terms of military and humanitarian aid... I have brought with me on my delegation Mr. Cesario Pio, Director of the Paraguayan Agency for International Development. He will be able to answer any specific questions regarding humanitarian assistance to civilians within the area of conflict. I have already ordered 3 C-17 Globemasters to fly to the nearest airfield, per your authorization, full of housing, food, and medical supplies to be used to levy the impact of refugees and injured civilians.

 

Militarily, I can currently offer 1,000 officers from the Peacekeeping Operations Bureau of the Federal Paraguayan Police Force, to assist in maintaining law, order, and protection of civilians in designated areas. I strongly urge you to limit foreign military assistance to South American countries only. As the conflict continues to develop, further military assistance may be considered. I do ask kindly that myself and the Paraguayan government be kept up to date on this matter in order for us to make the appropriate arrangements."

 

-President Jose Gomez

 

 

"We'd like to press the matter of signing a treaty to your houses and we thank Paraguay for its commitment to refugees and displaced peoples alike. We can understand your rationality in asking for a peaceful resolution to the Civil war, but we aren't facing a foe that wants peace, they've seized highly classified files pertaining to the security of the U.R.B. and capturing them at all costs is the only viable option we see at the moment.

 

Its also very important to note that these renegades are firing 155 mm high explosive shells from haubits artillery pieces directly into civilian zones. If you have another approach other than rooting the bastards out from each hole they've dug by all means feel free. Excuse me if I'm sounding frank but we're beyond simple protesters.

 

We're facing a civil war, and just recently we've authorized the use of Aerial bombardments to known renegade targets. Though this isn't being done blindly we're alerting civilians of Peru weeks before we commence bombardment, and to the displaced people if you have the capacity within Paraguay, we'd ask you take a measure of the Peruvian refugees as will we, until the situation has resolved.

 

As to your peacekeeping force, please send them to Oruro Airbase then to Guaqui where we currently have designated areas for triage and field usages. On the last note we'd like to asure you that we have no intentions of ever allowing foreign military, outside of the SAO, inside the U.R.B. or Peru."

 

- General Cassio

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"Mr. Prime Minister, I would like to know some specifics before committing military assets to the region.

 

1. Estimated number of enemy combatants-

2. Number of Soldiers/Security personnel from Bolivia currently fighting-

3. How many in reserves-

4. Types of aircraft being used for bombardments-

5. most needed capability-

6. Location(s) of where you would need future military forces-

 

We will welcome displaced Peruvians into Paraguay and I have directed the Peacekeeping Force to follow the instructions outlined above. They will be under the command of Bureau Chief Jose Lopez."

 

- President Gomez

Edited October 9, 2013 by lkfht

[High Emperor Aggron]

A holographic display lit up from the center of the mahogany table displaying a three dimensional picture of the entire operation. It had every minute detail into the operation even down to the current ammunition expenditure rate of each individual squad. Prime Minister Robles stood pointing to a pict feed of Juliaca, clearing his throat he spoke out.

 

"Well according to UOSA the current combatant estimate is between five hundred, and four thousand. Combatant casualties are projected to be near the thirteen hundred mark. The current U.R.B. task force consists of the south coalition; the men who landed and fought through Copacabana, and the north coalition, who've proceeded to nearly 175 km from Juliaca with minimal resistance. As you can see here.." he grunted pointing to a display which showed the combat strength of each fighting unit currently mobilized. " the south coalition consists of the 3rd light infrantry marines brigade(40% combat effectiveness), the 3rd heavy infantry brigade (67% combat effectiveness), the 1st armored company (34% combat effectiveness) and lastly the 1st siege battery (100% combat effectiveness). Where as the north coalition has suffered only thirteen percent loss. Our reserves consist of 447,000 men not currently deployed." stopping to grab a glass of water from Felicia, Cassio stood and continued to rattle off statistics from UOSA.

 

"We have not sent any aircraft out to this minute however bombardments are planned to take place in Juliaca first, and then in key targets utilizing the B-1B Spirit Lancer with escorts such as the guns shelling Copacabana. Our most needed capability would be a relief force for the south coalition. Our last attempt... failed.. Should Paraguay deem necessary to intervene with soldiers, we'd direct you first to use your means to aid the south coalition which is grossly undermanned and near rout."

 

Cassio sat down and UOSA closed with a quiet hiss, the holographic image disappearing into the table.

[lkfht]

As President Gomez sat back in his seat to take in this information, he whispers to his chief of staff and suddenly rises.

 

"Gentlemen, may I suggest we take a short brake? I would like to discuss somethings with my staff in private."

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Once President Gomez left the conference room, he ran to the closest private room he could find with video conference capability. Once inside he allowed only himself and his chief of staff into the room and ordered it shut.

 

"Mr. President what would you like to do?"

 

"I want the Vice President, Secretary of Defense, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff ready to be online with me in 10 minutes and have a military action plan ready for me to be briefed on."

 

"Yes sir."

 

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"Mr. President," says Secretary Tabb.

"I have discussed several options with our military command and advisers and I believe we have a viable option for military intervention in Peru."

 

"Well what is it then?"

 

"Sir," speaks Gen. Frederico Machado, Chairman.

"It has been deemed necessary to establish a military presence in Peru. Now in order to do so I believe that it is necessary to acquire that promised freeport of ILO in Peru ASAP with the Bolivian government's permission."

"We can send in the 3rd and 4th Battalion of the 5th Army Special Operations Group who specialize in airborne assault, via C-17 Globemasters escorted by F-35s to the nearby airfield and airdrop them in. A total of 500 special operations operators will then proceed to retake the airfield and secure it to allow Marine Infantry and support units into the area."

"This will allow us to build up marine forces and to be able to relieve the Southern Coalition. The task force of marines will be responsible for military operations in southern Peru in order to liberate it from the insurgents. Once it has been secured, it will be turned over to the Bolivian government."

 

"I see..." says President Gomez abit overwhelmed

"What do you think Vice President Navar?"

 

"Well Mr. President we are putting thousands of Paraguayans into harms way for just some freeport city. Now I realize that this is of strategic importance to Paraguayan security, but don't you think its abit to much for just a city?"

 

"I see your point... What if we requested to be able to acquire the districts of Moquegua and Tacna?"

 

"I believe this is a reasonable request," says Navar

 

"Gen. Frederico Machado, how many marines would be needed for the total operation?"

 

"Probably 2-3 Marine Expeditionary Brigades, or about 20,000-30,000 men." states the general.

 

"I will take this to the Bolivian Prime Minister, in the mean time prepare the 5th Arny Special Operations Group for deployment."

 

"Yes sir."

 

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President Gomez leaves the room and returns to the conference room.

 

"Gentlemen, I believe I may have a plan for military intervention in southern Peru."

 

The President hands them a classified report from the Department of Defense with very specific details of the entailed operation.

 

"So what do you think Mr. Prime Minister?"

[High Emperor Aggron]

 

President Gomez leaves the room and returns to the conference room.

 

"Gentlemen, I believe I may have a plan for military intervention in southern Peru."

 

The President hands them a classified report from the Department of Defense with very specific details of the entailed operation.

 

"So what do you think Mr. Prime Minister?"

 

 

 

 

 

Prime Minister Robles looked it over with a wry smile as he handed the report to General Cassio who grunted at it and set it down onto the table. General Cassio cleared his throat as his words seemed to roar out like a lion even though his mood was calmed.

 

"You see.. to be allowed Tacna and Monquegua districts the treaty would need to pass. We cannot allow you to simply acquire them to see our treaty fail. We'd further ask that if you were to acquire these districts that we'd be allowed to open a joint-base within the territory with Paraguayan and Bolivian troops together." Cassio let his request sink before he hook lined it. "You see I believe in brotherhood, camaraderie and fellowship and I see these as reasonable requests should you be given Tacna and Monquegau districts."

 

"For your plan however, it is a firm idea that I support entirely, and I will let you know now I've ordered the 1st Marine army to join the north coalition in capturing Madre De Dios and then using air assault to take Cusco. If my intelligence is correct, they've spread no further than Lima and even then it is doubtful."

 

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Red: Known Presence

Green: Contested

Pink: Reported Presence

Purple:  Assumed Presence

White: No reports or sightings.

Blue: U.R.B.

 

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[lkfht]

"We would be open to having a separate joint-base to further military cooperation, however our naval installations and marine stations must remain segregated due to national security risks, however we are open to employing locals for logistics and support occupations.

 

A draft treaty has been sent to the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate. Both houses are scheduled to have an emergency vote on it later this evening."

 

- President Jose Gomez

 

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As the President sits back to refocus, his chief of staff leans over and says, "Mr. President, I have just relieved word that the treaty has passed both houses of the chamber with the minimum 2/3 majority."

 

President Gomez smiles and thanks the chief of staff. He leans forward and states proudly, "Mr. Prime Minister, it seems that the Mutual Defense Treaty has been ratified by the Chamber this evening and I will sign it ASAP."

Edited October 11, 2013 by lkfht

[High Emperor Aggron]

Miguel Ganzado Robles beamed ear to ear and leaned forward to President Gomez, the anticipation on his shoulders as he exclaimed, "We've a war to fight then, Brothers."

 

Felicia had brought in the finest Bolivian wine as they celebrated the newly forged alliance. The total soldier count that had been committed to Peru now numbered over forty-thousand troops from the U.R.B. and Paraguayan armed forces. This civil war would be fought and won for the people of Paraguay and United Bolivia together. It now remained to see how they'd accomplish such a goal.

 

Felicia then set down a private report near President Gomez, as he reached for it she began speaking, her voice calm yet commanding.

 

"Mr. President, we now would like to extend open borders and free trade to United Bolivia. On a more classified note, you're being granted access to what we in United Bolivia call the 'Subway' its a subterranean complex which houses the entirety of our military, equipment, and secret test facilities such as Fac11, which never existed. The subway connects all our military installations yet simultaneously can be used to cut off entrance to any other installation. Our current open and active facilities consist of Fac11 where currently nuclear weaponry programs are underway, and Fac12 which are generators upon generators used simply for post blackout, to render electronic warfare redundant within the U.R.B. with your permission we'd be glad to expand our project and open it to you as well.

 

However you see, the drawback is this file will be destroyed after you have read it in this room, for security reasons you see. As Fac11 and the Subway do not truly exist."

Edited October 11, 2013 by High Emperor Aggron

[lkfht]

"I see...

 

I am supportive of open borders between our nations, as well as free trade.

 

Military cooperation is of the utmost importance to my government, I can can assure you that it will continue to the end of time. However, I would like to first see how the situation in Peru plays out before committing any more resources to a bilateral military stance. I am still supportive of the joint-base and joint military exercises though."

[High Emperor Aggron]

"Very well Mr. Gomez, I thank you for you cooperation in bringing our countries closer to one another. I can now conclude this meeting until a future date where we can discuss the progress in Peru. I will remain in contact with you and your Defense Minister over the next few months." Prime Minister Robles left the room momentarily and returned three minutes later with a jeweled sword. Extending the diamond encrusted hilt to President Gomez he spoke aloud in front of the two allied country delegations. "My friend, this is one of the twin swords of United Bolivia with it, we ask you to hold onto it as a sign of friendship and brotherhood. Please keep her safe, and carry her with honor."

Edited October 12, 2013 by High Emperor Aggron

[lkfht]

"Mr. Prime Minister, my country and I thank you for this astounding gift and for your heart-felt hospitality during our stay in your country. I hope that our governments may meet some time soon again to ensure mutual cooperation and understanding throughout the conflict in Peru. Please accept this golden crucifix from Pope Luke I of the Holy Catholic Church, for it is my hope and his, that religious ties may be established and may be used as a means of preserving peace in our two countries."

 

As President Gomez posed for the last photos with the Prime Minister, he thanked him once again, and then left the building with his staff and drove back to the airport for Paraguay.