Operation VERDANT GAMBIT Phase 02-23 - TASK FORCE ALPHA
S-2 Tailored Intelligence Brief//20AUG23 IGT (02SEP23 EST).
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Operation/Patrol Time:
-0700 Local (UTC+5)
Weather/Forecast Information:
Current temp: 73 degrees F, expected to rise to 86 degrees by 1300, with the lowest of the night standing at 66 degrees. Slightly windy day, with speeds from 5mph up to 15 mph in a Westerly direction.
Lighting/Visibility Factors:
Cloudy, with a chance of a light shower in the early morning hours, combined with a light layer of fog. Visibility currently stands at 1.5NM (nautical miles). Sunrise at 0624 and sunset at 1837.
Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) & Aviation Advisory Information
Task Force Charlie and Task Force Bravo have reported to Goliath within the last few hours that hostile forces possess both radar and infrared anti-air capabilities. Additionally, they have identified the presence of mobile anti-aircraft guns. S-2 is currently working to confirm the presence of a suspected CIWS (Close-In Weapon System) gun on the large cargo ship that was reconnoitered by friendly air assets as well as man portable air defense systems commonly referred to as MANPADS.
In light of this, friendly air assets are advised to exercise caution and engage with heightened situational awareness. Recommendations are to maintain and possibly extend the standard stand-off and no-fly ranges. In lieu of close-air support, the use of stand-off munitions is recommended.
Theater/Strategic-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis
S-2 has no updates or new developments to report at this time
Local/Tactical-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis
S-2 has no updates or new developments to report at this time
Special Info/Patrol Objective-specific Intelligence
The establishment and defense of COP Magnus is of critical importance as it serves as one of the prongs in a two pronged attack to establish the presence and serve as the initial base of operations for Alpha Company, Delta Company, and the 74th FS Detachment. As we speak, 3rd platoon is also consolidating and will shortly begin securing SIR B. LÉON AERODROME just southwest of COP Magnus. Expect to see civilians in and around the immediate AO. Any damage to property or loss of noncombatant life, whether inadvertently, or as a result of our actions in-country, is sure to damage what little trust may exist with those not already picking up guns and supporting KMN.
S2 is requesting that 1st Platoon take pictures or recordings of anything and everything that may serve as a source of intelligence regarding KMN and their capabilities. Secure any and all documents or electronics that is even slightly suspect. All secured intelligence materials are to be sent up a Found Intelligence Report (FIR) for analysis.