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| part_of = [[Wars of the Dispossessed]], [[Florian Euran Wars]] | | part_of = [[Wars of the Dispossessed]], [[Florian Euran Wars]] | ||
| image = [[File:SentinelShield1733.png|300px]] | | image = [[File:SentinelShield1733.png|300px]] | ||
| caption = <small>''From left to right, top to bottom'': (1) The amphibious landing by [[Oportian Security Forces]] at Rocher; (2) A [[Navy of Oportia]] carrier group operating in the waters near Rocher; (3) A map of the territory seized and occupied by [[Oportian Security Forces]].</small> | | caption = <small>''From left to right, top to bottom'': (1) The amphibious landing by [[Oportian Security Forces]] at Rocher; (2) A [[Navy of Oportia]] carrier group operating in the waters near [[Rocher de Calmar|Rocher]]; (3) A map of the territory seized and occupied by [[Oportian Security Forces]].</small> | ||
| date = {{AN|1733}} | | date = 25.VI.{{AN|1733}} - ''Ongoing'' | ||
| place = [[Eura]] | | place = [[Eura]] | ||
| coordinates = | | coordinates = | ||
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| status = Active | | status = Active | ||
| combatant1 = {{team flag|Oportia}} | | combatant1 = {{team flag|Oportia}} | ||
| combatant1a = <small>Supported by:<br>{{Unbulleted list|{{team flag|Nouvelle Alexandrie}}|{{team flag|Natopia}}|}}</small> | | combatant1a = <small>Supported by:<br>{{Unbulleted list|{{team flag|Nouvelle Alexandrie}}|{{team flag|Natopia}}|{{team flag|Oportia|flag}} [[Oportian Defense Consortium]] (VII.{{AN|1723}} onwards)|}}</small> | ||
| combatant2 = {{team flag|Floria}} | | combatant2 = {{team flag|Floria}} (VII.{{AN|1723}} only) | ||
| combatant2a = . | | combatant2a = . | ||
| combatant3 = {{team flag|Confederacy of the Dispossessed}} <br> {{team flag|Azad Eura}} | | combatant3 = {{team flag|Confederacy of the Dispossessed}} <br> {{team flag|Azad Eura}} | ||
| combatant3a = | | combatant3a = {{team flag|Oportia|flag}} [[Oportian Defense Consortium]] (VI.{{AN|1723}} only) | ||
| commander1 = {{team flag|Oportia|name=Galilea Montijo}} | | commander1 = {{team flag|Oportia|name=Galilea Montijo}} | ||
| commander2 = {{team flag|Floria|name=Michael Hutchinson}} | | commander2 = {{team flag|Floria|name=Michael Hutchinson}} | ||
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==Background== | ==Background== | ||
{{See also|Operation Darkgreen}} | {{See also|Operation Darkgreen}} | ||
Operation Sentinel Shield was | Operation Sentinel Shield was precipitated by a series of rapid and unilateral military maneuvers by [[Floria]], which aimed to expand its influence in the strategically significant northeastern region of [[Eura]]. The operation, named "[[Operation Darkgreen]]" by [[Floria]], was publicly disclosed through reports by "''[[Floria Today]]''<ref>https://discord.com/channels/116534974303174658/778695654221283339/1250557758034415656</ref>," indicating an imminent offensive against the combined forces of the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed]] and [[Azad Eura]] that operate in the region. These reports highlighted Floria's preparation to deploy a substantial military force estimated at 192,000 troops to the region. | ||
[[Federal Representative of Oportia|Federal Representative]] [[Galilea Montijo]], alarmed by the prospects of [[Floria]]'s expansionism and [[The Giftunheile|the recent notorious use of chemical and biological warfare]] by Florian forces in [[Keltia]], viewed this move as a blatant threat to the regional stability and sovereignty of Euran nations. Montijo’s government, reflecting a stringent opposition to [[Floria]]'s aggressive tactics, perceived the action as not just a regional threat but a direct challenge to [[Oportia]]'s national security interests. In response, Montijo ordered a full mobilization of the [[Oportian Security Forces]], initiating Operation Sentinel Shield to counteract [[Floria]]'s military adventurism. The operation was also seen domestically as a demonstration of [[Oportia]]'s resolve to protect its interests and those of [[Raspur Pact|its allies]] in [[Eura]], especially given the ongoing complexities of the [[Wars of the Dispossessed]] and other regional conflicts that had already strained the continent's stability. [[Oportia]]'s strategic decision was rooted in both defensive and diplomatic calculations, aiming to prevent [[Floria]] from gaining a foothold in [[Eura]] that could alter the balance of power. The immediate goals were to deter Floria's advance and reassure [[Oportia]]'s allies by showing a readiness to deploy rapid and decisive military action. Moreover, Montijo's administration leveraged this crisis to reinforce its alliances within the [[Raspur Pact]] and the new [[Tripartite Pact]], framing [[Oportia]] as a bulwark against further continental destabilization. | |||
However, while deployments continued, ongoing diplomatic efforts to manage the crisis were underway. The Oportian Department of State engaged in intense diplomatic communications with the Foreign Ministry of Floria, aiming to de-escalate the situation while reinforcing [[Oportia]]’s stance against any unilateral military actions in [[Eura]]. | |||
==Objectives== | ==Objectives== | ||
The primary objectives of Operation Sentinel Shield were outlined by the Oportian military command, following direct orders from [[Federal Representative of Oportia|Federal Representative]] [[Galilea Montijo]]: | |||
* Secure key territories within the northeastern part of [[Eura]] that [[Floria]] had targeted for invasion and create a buffer zone that would deter [[Floria]] from further territorial ambitions on the continent; | |||
* Disrupt the supply lines and logistical support to the forces of [[Azad Eura]] and the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed]], which relied heavily on imports through the port of [[Rocher de Calmar]] for their survival and operational effectiveness; | |||
* Establish a forward operating base in [[Rocher de Calmar]] in the newly secured territory as a launch pad for further operations if necessary, provide a site for monitoring regional developments, and function as a deterrent against future incursions by [[Floria]] or other external powers. | |||
==Deployment== | ==Deployment== | ||
==Timeline== | |||
[[File:RocherClaim1733.png|200px|thumb|right|The territory targeted by Operation Sentinel Shield is marked in striped [[Oportia|Oportian]] and [[The Green|Green]] colors.]] | |||
* 25.VI.{{AN|1733}}: [[Oportia]] officially launches Operation Sentinel Shield as a direct response to [[Floria]]'s aggressive maneuvers in northeastern [[Eura]], marked by the mobilization of [[Oportian Security Forces]]. | |||
** The [[Oportian Defense Consortium]], a private military company in [[Oportia]] led by former military officer [[Lucien Baudin]], deploys traders and agents as technical advisors to purchase the loyalty of local militias and forces, aiming to generate a significant local resistance to the Florian invasion. Unbeknownst to them, some traders and agents ended up providing technical advice to [[Azad Eura]] forces on how to counter the Florian invasion. | |||
* 27.VI.{{AN|1733}}: [[Oportian Security Forces]] begin deployment of special forces near [[Rocher de Calmar]], encounter light resistance from local militias aligned with the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed]] and [[Azad Eura]]. | |||
* 03.VII.{{AN|1733}}: High-stakes negotiations between [[Federal Representative of Oportia|Federal Representative]] [[Galilea Montijo]] and [[President of Floria|President]] [[Michael Hutchinson]] of [[Floria]] result in [[Floria]] aborting [[Operation Darkgreen]] and prompting a U-turn of Florian troops.<ref>[[Vanie_Herald/1733#FLORIA_ABORTS_OPERATION_DARKGREEN_AFTER_PEACEFUL_RESOLUTION_WITH_OPORTIA]]</ref> | |||
** Following stern warnings from the [[Suren Confederacy]] and from the [[Raspur Pact]], the [[Oportian Defense Consortium]] ends its deployment of technical advisors and switches to supporting the [[Oportian Security Forces]] as local scouts and spies. | |||
* 07.VII.{{AN|1733}}: Following the diplomatic agreement with [[Floria]], [[Oportia]] launches their amphibious invasion of [[Rocher de Calmar]] and the surrounding area. | |||
** Ongoing diplomatic talks between [[Hurmu]] and [[Oportia]] confirm no desired Oportian aggression towards [[Hurmu]] and confirm no desire of Hurmu to expand in the area. | |||
* 14.VII.{{AN|1733}}: [[Oportian Security Forces]] achieve full control over [[Rocher de Calmar]], establishing a strategic base for further operations into the buffer zone. | |||
* 20.VII.{{AN|1733}}: Operations expand beyond [[Rocher de Calmar]] as Oportian forces begin clearing operations to dismantle militia encampments and disrupt supply lines to [[Azad Eura]] and the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed]] around the port. | |||
* 1.VIII.{{AN|1733}}: A major offensive is launched deeper into the buffer zone, targeting key strongholds of the [[Confederacy of the Dispossessed|Confederacy]] and [[Azad Eura]], resulting in significant territorial gains and securing the established claim [[Oportia]] has filed with the [[Micras Cartography Society|MCS]]<ref>https://hub.mn/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=11509</ref>. | |||
* 15.VIII.{{AN|1733}}: [[Oportian Security Forces]] establish humanitarian corridors to aid civilians displaced by the conflict, coordinated with aid organizations. | |||
==Reactions== | ==Reactions== | ||
===Domestic=== | ===Domestic=== | ||
===International=== | ===International=== | ||
*{{Team flagn|Suren Confederacy}}: At least publicly, the Surenid government refrained from making a comment in regards to the developing situation. However, the merest suggestion that [[Oportian Defense Consortium|Oportian contractors]] had, in any small way, been involved in providing training or support to [[Azad Eura]], proved sufficient to see the Oportian representative in [[Surenshahr]] quietly called in for an audience with the [[Surenšāh]]. During the meeting the Surenids made plain to their Oportian interlocutor that any material support to Azad Eura, even if intended to discomfort [[Floria]]n forces, would be seen as a threat to the Suren Confederacy given the risk that equipment or trained personnel could be transferred to the rebel forces in Norasht. The meeting, according to some sources, ended with the Surenšāh expressing the hope that the misunderstanding would be cleared up at the earliest opportunity. | *{{Team flagn|Suren Confederacy}}: At least publicly, the Surenid government refrained from making a comment in regards to the developing situation. However, the merest suggestion that [[Oportian Defense Consortium|Oportian contractors]] had, in any small way, been involved in providing training or support to [[Azad Eura]], proved sufficient to see the Oportian representative in [[Surenshahr]] quietly called in for an audience with the [[Surenšāh]]. During the meeting the Surenids made plain to their Oportian interlocutor that any material support to [[Azad Eura]], even if intended to discomfort [[Floria]]n forces, would be seen as a threat to the Suren Confederacy given the risk that equipment or trained personnel could be transferred to the rebel forces in Norasht. The meeting, according to some sources, ended with the Surenšāh expressing the hope that the misunderstanding would be cleared up at the earliest opportunity. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
Revision as of 00:24, 27 June 2024
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 From left to right, top to bottom: (1) The amphibious landing by Oportian Security Forces at Rocher; (2) A Navy of Oportia carrier group operating in the waters near Rocher; (3) A map of the territory seized and occupied by Oportian Security Forces. |
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|  Floria (VII.1723 AN only)
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| Galilea Montijo
| Michael Hutchinson
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| Military operation launched by Oportia in response to Floria's intervention in the eastern Euran Green. | ||||||||
Operation Sentinel Shield is a military operation initiated by Oportia in response to Floria's military incursion into unclaimed territories on the northeastern side of the Euran Continent. Launched in 1733 AN, the operation represents Oportia's commitment to countering what it perceives as reckless foreign intervention in Euran affairs, particularly against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict between local factions in the Wars of the Dispossessed and the Alexandrium Wars, Azad Eura and the Confederacy of the Dispossessed.
Background
Operation Sentinel Shield was precipitated by a series of rapid and unilateral military maneuvers by Floria, which aimed to expand its influence in the strategically significant northeastern region of Eura. The operation, named "Operation Darkgreen" by Floria, was publicly disclosed through reports by "Floria Today[1]," indicating an imminent offensive against the combined forces of the Confederacy of the Dispossessed and Azad Eura that operate in the region. These reports highlighted Floria's preparation to deploy a substantial military force estimated at 192,000 troops to the region.
Federal Representative Galilea Montijo, alarmed by the prospects of Floria's expansionism and the recent notorious use of chemical and biological warfare by Florian forces in Keltia, viewed this move as a blatant threat to the regional stability and sovereignty of Euran nations. Montijo’s government, reflecting a stringent opposition to Floria's aggressive tactics, perceived the action as not just a regional threat but a direct challenge to Oportia's national security interests. In response, Montijo ordered a full mobilization of the Oportian Security Forces, initiating Operation Sentinel Shield to counteract Floria's military adventurism. The operation was also seen domestically as a demonstration of Oportia's resolve to protect its interests and those of its allies in Eura, especially given the ongoing complexities of the Wars of the Dispossessed and other regional conflicts that had already strained the continent's stability. Oportia's strategic decision was rooted in both defensive and diplomatic calculations, aiming to prevent Floria from gaining a foothold in Eura that could alter the balance of power. The immediate goals were to deter Floria's advance and reassure Oportia's allies by showing a readiness to deploy rapid and decisive military action. Moreover, Montijo's administration leveraged this crisis to reinforce its alliances within the Raspur Pact and the new Tripartite Pact, framing Oportia as a bulwark against further continental destabilization.
However, while deployments continued, ongoing diplomatic efforts to manage the crisis were underway. The Oportian Department of State engaged in intense diplomatic communications with the Foreign Ministry of Floria, aiming to de-escalate the situation while reinforcing Oportia’s stance against any unilateral military actions in Eura.
Objectives
The primary objectives of Operation Sentinel Shield were outlined by the Oportian military command, following direct orders from Federal Representative Galilea Montijo:
- Secure key territories within the northeastern part of Eura that Floria had targeted for invasion and create a buffer zone that would deter Floria from further territorial ambitions on the continent;
- Disrupt the supply lines and logistical support to the forces of Azad Eura and the Confederacy of the Dispossessed, which relied heavily on imports through the port of Rocher de Calmar for their survival and operational effectiveness;
- Establish a forward operating base in Rocher de Calmar in the newly secured territory as a launch pad for further operations if necessary, provide a site for monitoring regional developments, and function as a deterrent against future incursions by Floria or other external powers.
Deployment
Timeline
- 25.VI.1733 AN: Oportia officially launches Operation Sentinel Shield as a direct response to Floria's aggressive maneuvers in northeastern Eura, marked by the mobilization of Oportian Security Forces.
- The Oportian Defense Consortium, a private military company in Oportia led by former military officer Lucien Baudin, deploys traders and agents as technical advisors to purchase the loyalty of local militias and forces, aiming to generate a significant local resistance to the Florian invasion. Unbeknownst to them, some traders and agents ended up providing technical advice to Azad Eura forces on how to counter the Florian invasion.
- 27.VI.1733 AN: Oportian Security Forces begin deployment of special forces near Rocher de Calmar, encounter light resistance from local militias aligned with the Confederacy of the Dispossessed and Azad Eura.
- 03.VII.1733 AN: High-stakes negotiations between Federal Representative Galilea Montijo and President Michael Hutchinson of Floria result in Floria aborting Operation Darkgreen and prompting a U-turn of Florian troops.[2]
- Following stern warnings from the Suren Confederacy and from the Raspur Pact, the Oportian Defense Consortium ends its deployment of technical advisors and switches to supporting the Oportian Security Forces as local scouts and spies.
- 07.VII.1733 AN: Following the diplomatic agreement with Floria, Oportia launches their amphibious invasion of Rocher de Calmar and the surrounding area.
- 14.VII.1733 AN: Oportian Security Forces achieve full control over Rocher de Calmar, establishing a strategic base for further operations into the buffer zone.
- 20.VII.1733 AN: Operations expand beyond Rocher de Calmar as Oportian forces begin clearing operations to dismantle militia encampments and disrupt supply lines to Azad Eura and the Confederacy of the Dispossessed around the port.
- 1.VIII.1733 AN: A major offensive is launched deeper into the buffer zone, targeting key strongholds of the Confederacy and Azad Eura, resulting in significant territorial gains and securing the established claim Oportia has filed with the MCS[3].
- 15.VIII.1733 AN: Oportian Security Forces establish humanitarian corridors to aid civilians displaced by the conflict, coordinated with aid organizations.
Reactions
Domestic
International
Suren Confederacy: At least publicly, the Surenid government refrained from making a comment in regards to the developing situation. However, the merest suggestion that Oportian contractors had, in any small way, been involved in providing training or support to Azad Eura, proved sufficient to see the Oportian representative in Surenshahr quietly called in for an audience with the Surenšāh. During the meeting the Surenids made plain to their Oportian interlocutor that any material support to Azad Eura, even if intended to discomfort Florian forces, would be seen as a threat to the Suren Confederacy given the risk that equipment or trained personnel could be transferred to the rebel forces in Norasht. The meeting, according to some sources, ended with the Surenšāh expressing the hope that the misunderstanding would be cleared up at the earliest opportunity.
