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The News Room / Re: LaFave Picture / Video's

« Last post by SGT LaFave on Today at 03:17:05 PM »

<a href="//www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVnzowSXwX8" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVnzowSXwX8</a>

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The News Room / Re: Franklin's Films From The Front

« Last post by 1LT Franklin on May 20, 2024, 10:20:58 PM »

<a href="//www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFd2BtJ_Bsc" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFd2BtJ_Bsc</a>

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506th IR RU News and Deployment Updates / News Report - Moldova Travel Advisory

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 20, 2024, 09:01:50 PM »

Text version:

U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs
May 05th, 2024

Travel Advisory: Moldova - Level 4, Do Not Travel

Updated to include information on Civil Unrest, Armed Conflict, Wrongful Detention, Arbitrary Enforcement of Local Laws.

Do not travel to Moldova due to civil unrest, armed conflict, and arbitrary enforcement of local laws. Reconsider travel to Moldova due to limited and/or inadequate healthcare and emergency medical resources, and areas with landmines and unexploded ordnances. Exercise increased caution due to wrongful detentions.

Do not travel to Korsac and Zimnitrita breakaway regions due to the unresolved conflict with the central government and the armed conflict in neighboring Ukraine.

Exercise extreme caution while travelling to Moldova due to unresolved conflict between the breakaway region of  Korsac and Zimnitrita and the central government.

Country Summary:

Approximately 100,000 refugees are residing in Moldova as a result of Russia’s war in Ukraine, there has not been any military spillover into Moldova from the conflict. As of May 2024, the Moldovan government has renewed and extended its State of Emergency. The Chisinau airport is closed to civilian traffic.

Korsac and Zimnitrita are breakaway regions that are not under the control of the Moldovan government in Chisinau. Visitors are required to present identification to cross the administrative boundary of these regions; those without a Moldovan government-issued identification document may be requested to present a passport. Visitors may also be required to present identification and/or a passport at additional checkpoints manned by uniformed peacekeepers along roads leading into and out of the region. Taking photographs of military facilities and security forces is prohibited and may result in trouble with authorities.

The U.S. government’s ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens travelling in Transnistria may be limited or delayed since Korsac and Zimnitrita de facto authorities control access to the region.

U.S. citizens and other foreign nationals are not exempt from prolonged interrogations and extended detention without due process of law. Local law enforcement officials may detain and/or deport U.S. citizens for speaking out or protesting against the military regime, including on their personal social media accounts, and for sending private electronic messages critical of the military regime.At this time  Facebook and Twitter have been banned in Korsac and Zimnitrita; police have sought bribes from individuals using a VPN to access social media sites even though VPNs are not officially illegal.

If you decide to travel to Moldova:

• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
• Follow the Embassy on Facebook and Twitter.
• Follow the Embassy’s Consular Section on Facebook.
• Review the Country Security Report for Moldova.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.
• Purchase travel medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.
• Do not touch unknown metal objects and avoid travelling off well-used roads, tracks, and paths due to risk of unexploded ordnance.
• Keep travel documents up to date and easily accessible.
• Make contingency plans to leave the country.
• Review local laws and conditions before travelling.
• Visit our website for High-Risk Area Travelers.
• Share important documents, login information, and points of contact with loved ones so that they can manage your affairs if you are unable to return as planned to the United States. Find a suggested list of such documents here.
• Develop a communication plan with family and/or your employer or host organization.
• Erase any sensitive photos, comments, or other materials that could be considered controversial or provocative by local groups from your social media pages, cameras, laptops, and other electronic devices prior to travel.

AUTHORIZED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY 1-506th S-2
Written By: SFC Lowe
Reviewed and Edited By: 1LT Jae Lee

The entirety of this document represents fictional works of the 506th Infantry Regiment Realism Unit, S-2 Intelligence Shop, developed for use within the Arma 3 and Arma Reforger military simulation video games, and exists purely for entertainment and educational purposes only. The story, all names, characters, and incidents portrayed are fictitious. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and products is intended or should be inferred.

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The News Room / Re: 506th IR Video Producers

« Last post by 1st Lt Crow on May 17, 2024, 01:10:09 PM »

Requesting to be added - https://www.twitch.tv/crowxar

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The News Room / Re: Franklin's Films From The Front

« Last post by 1LT Franklin on May 17, 2024, 12:06:08 PM »

<a href="//www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVUNgTQriZs" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVUNgTQriZs</a>

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506th IR RU News and Deployment Updates / News Article - US Deployment to Moldova

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 16, 2024, 09:40:32 PM »

Text version:

Military Review
May 05th, 2024

US Deployment to Moldova - Securing Moldova's Future

Hundreds of US troops have either arrived in or are on their way to Moldova to support the rightly elected democratic government in its endeavours to thwart this Russian backed aggression in the region. This, on the back of Russian advances in Ukraine, further highlights Vladamir Putin's attempted power grab in the region.

The emergency deployment, at the behest of the Romanian government and the begrudging consent of the Moldovan government, has been supported by the European Union. The US Department of State has come out and stated that, “The United States Government, and the Department of Defense -  directed by the Commander-in-Chief, will do everything in its power to ensure that the rightful government of Korsac and Zimnitrita is returned.”

Initial reports indicate that rebel troops, armed, trained and equipped by Russia, have begun preparations to counter American efforts. No information has been reported at this early stage as to the makeup of the US response, but initial information indicates that at least an Infantry Company with supporting assets has arrived in the country.

The United States is “prepared” to continue to deploy troops to Moldova and Romania as part if the crisis in the country worsens, though officials are not actively considering such a move, according to representatives of  the office of General Christopher G. Ravioli - Commander, U.S. European Command.

These comments highlight the extent of Moldova's current crisis, in which the government in the disputed southern provinces of Korsac and Zimnitrita has all but fallen apart in the face of armed groups that are now preventing, Maia Sandu — the country’s internationally recognized leader and outspoken anti Russian president from taking unilateral action. A bilateral or trilateral response with Romania, may be the only way of ousting the rebel movement.

GNN has attempted to contact rebel leader - Vladislav Bulat for comment, but so far have been unsuccessful.

The US has more than 200,000 military troops deployed overseas on permanent or long-term rotational (typically 3-9 months) deployments; this deployment is the first to this area, and the first into an active warzone, for some time.


AUTHORIZED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY 1-506th S-2
Written By: SFC Lowe
Reviewed and Edited By: 1LT Jae Lee

The entirety of this document represents fictional works of the 506th Infantry Regiment Realism Unit, S-2 Intelligence Shop, developed for use within the Arma 3 and Arma Reforger military simulation video games, and exists purely for entertainment and educational purposes only. The story, all names, characters, and incidents portrayed are fictitious. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and products is intended or should be inferred.

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506th IR RU News and Deployment Updates / News Article - Pro-Russian Separatists Takeover

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 16, 2024, 09:25:52 PM »

Text version:

Chisinau International
May 05th, 2024

Pro-Russian Separatists Takeover

Today, Pro Russian forces are believed to have occupied key areas of Korsak and Zimnitrita – Moldova's eastern provinces. These forces, believed to be hardcore Amic party supporters, have occupied key infrastructure within both provinces and begun calling themselves Pridnestrovian Socialists Republic Force (PSRF).

Further reporting indicates that Vladislav Bulat, the founder and leader of both the Amic party and the PSRF, has proclaimed himself governor of both provinces, doing this to strengthen Moscow's influence in Southern Moldova.

Uncorroborated reporting in the provinces, has done little to clarify the situation on the ground. Reports have estimated that the PSRF have taken hold of all communications, and government infrastructure in both provinces, including most Moldovan military establishments.

Further reporting indicates that a large-scale battle erupted after regular Moldovan forces entered the city of Nozyba to reestablish the authority of Moldova there. It has been reported that this action was a response to the stand-off at the police station in Nozyba earlier today.

Unsubstantiated reports have also indicated that armed members of the Korsac and Zimnitrita Youth Forum (KZYF) have also been involved in this violent takeover.

Moldovan president, Maia Sandu has at once commented on the situation in Southern Moldova saying that Moldova and her friends would not sit back whilst this Russian supported and orchestrated takeover continues; the president immediately announced and granted herself emergency powers to crush this uncalled for and violent aggression.

US Department of State officials have called for calm and are demanding that all non-Moldovan forces stand down. A source within the Department of State said – we will do everything within our power to quash this heinous act.


AUTHORIZED FOR DISTRIBUTION BY 1-506th S-2
Written By: SFC Lowe
Reviewed and Edited By: 1LT Jae Lee

The entirety of this document represents fictional works of the 506th Infantry Regiment Realism Unit, S-2 Intelligence Shop, developed for use within the Arma 3 and Arma Reforger military simulation video games, and exists purely for entertainment and educational purposes only. The story, all names, characters, and incidents portrayed are fictitious. No identification with actual persons (living or deceased), places, buildings, and products is intended or should be inferred.

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Intelligence Reports / Re: Operation INVICTUS Phase 01 - S-2 Briefing

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 12, 2024, 08:28:28 PM »

Operation INVICTUS Phase 01-24 - TASK FORCE BRAVO

S-2 Tailored Intelligence Brief//12MAY24
//SECRET//

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Operation/Patrol Time:

0800 Bravo (UTC+2), 05MAY24

Weather/Forecast Information:

Current temp: 62 degrees F, height of day at 76 degrees by 1400, floor of 49 degrees at 0500. Wind speeds around 5-10 MPH to the West/North-West.

Lighting/Visibility Factors:

Slight overcast day, no rain expected, optimal visibility conditions.

Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) & Aviation Advisory Information

TFA & TFC have encountered heavy MANPADs/SHORAD presence in Korsac, which shouldn't have the range to impact Zimnitrita.

Theater/Strategic-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The recent reports of smuggled radioactive material and increasing civil unrest tied to pro-Russian political parties within Moldova have caused great concerns with our NATO ally Romania, who has then requested the presence of US troops in the regions of Korsac and Zimnitrita, which are situated along the Southern Romania-Moldova borders.

 Aside from just countering the increasing numbers of pro-Russia separatists that have resulted from the efforts of Russian intelligence operatives who may or may not officially be present and are looking to repeat what happened in Eastern Ukraine, the US Department of Defense is also very much interested in showing our latest NATO partners our commitment to deterring the Russian threat. After all, President Putin has never and likely will never publicly state that Ukraine is the end of his "3-day-special-operation" ambitions.

 While these regions are technically part of Moldova, they exist in a grey area as contested territories between the 2 countries. Their geographic position is in the middle of the chokepoint between the Carpathian Mountains to the West and the Black Sea to the East, acting as a gateway into Romania proper. Therefore, maintaining security here is of utmost importance to ensuring Russian influence does not extend any further West than the Ukrainian borders at this time.

Local/Tactical-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The news should have finally caught up with the fact that a regime change has recently occurred in the region, with the new leadership much friendlier to Moscow and with the buildup of troops and weapons to closely match the early days of 2014 Ukraine. S-2 is closely monitoring the situation, and a proper Area of Operations Assessment will be delivered as soon as we can nail down a few details.

For now, we at least know that professional Russian troops have yet to enter the field, busy as they are with what's happening on the East and with few measures or resources to connect the 2 fronts. The goal for the first phase will be to secure vital civilian infrastructure and conduct shows of force in nearby civilian population centers.

Special Info/Patrol Objective-specific Intelligence

Task Forces Alpha and Charlie have stepped off before dawn to secure an air field and power plant over in Korsac, while you, Task Force Bravo, will be stepping off now to conduct a patrol within Niscova here in Zimnitrita.

Intel reports from TFA and TFC have reached S-2 as of an hour ago, and so far OPFOR have consisted of pro-Russian seperatists who have formed a militia, favoring quantity over quality, utilising dated Soviet hardware.

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Intelligence Reports / Re: Operation INVICTUS Phase 01 - S-2 Briefing

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 11, 2024, 10:38:18 PM »

Operation INVICTUS Phase 01-24 - TASK FORCE CHARLIE

S-2 Tailored Intelligence Brief//11MAY24
//SECRET//

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Operation/Patrol Time:

0235 Bravo (UTC+2), 05MAY24

Weather/Forecast Information:

Current temp: 53 degrees F, height of day at 76 degrees by 1400, floor of 49 degrees in 30 minutes. Wind speeds around 25-30 MPH to the North-East.

Lighting/Visibility Factors:

Slight overcast day with minimal fog which should clear up as the day progresses. Expect optimal visibility conditions by 0530.

Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) & Aviation Advisory Information

None at this time.

Theater/Strategic-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The recent reports of smuggled radioactive material and increasing civil unrest tied to pro-Russian political parties within Moldova have caused great concerns with our NATO ally Romania, who has then requested the presence of US troops in the regions of Korsac and Zimnitrita, which are situated along the Southern Romania-Moldova borders.

 Aside from just countering the increasing numbers of pro-Russia separatists that have resulted from the efforts of Russian intelligence operatives who may or may not officially be present and are looking to repeat what happened in Eastern Ukraine, the US Department of Defense is also very much interested in showing our latest NATO partners our commitment to deterring the Russian threat. After all, President Putin has never and likely will never publicly state that Ukraine is the end of his "3-day-special-operation" ambitions.

 While these regions are technically part of Moldova, they exist in a grey area as contested territories between the 2 countries. Their geographic position is in the middle of the chokepoint between the Carpathian Mountains to the West and the Black Sea to the East, acting as a gateway into Romania proper. Therefore, maintaining security here is of utmost importance to ensuring Russian influence does not extend any further West than the Ukrainian borders at this time.

Local/Tactical-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The news should have finally caught up with the fact that a regime change has recently occurred in the region, with the new leadership much friendlier to Moscow and with the buildup of troops and weapons to closely match the early days of 2014 Ukraine. S-2 is closely monitoring the situation, and a proper Area of Operations Assessment will be delivered as soon as we can nail down a few details.

For now, we at least know that professional Russian troops have yet to enter the field, busy as they are with what's happening on the East and with few measures or resources to connect the 2 fronts. The goal for the first phase will be to secure vital civilian infrastructure and conduct shows of force in nearby civilian population centers.

Special Info/Patrol Objective-specific Intelligence

Task Forces Alpha and Charlie will be stepping off first to secure the nearby air field and power plant here in Korsac, while Task Force Bravo will be stepping off a few hours later to conduct a show of force patrol within a civilian town over at Zimnitrita.

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Intelligence Reports / Operation INVICTUS Phase 01 - S-2 Briefing

« Last post by 1LT J. N. Lee on May 05, 2024, 08:50:13 PM »

Operation INVICTUS Phase 01-24 - TASK FORCE ALPHA

S-2 Tailored Intelligence Brief//05MAY24
//SECRET//

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

Operation/Patrol Time:

0430 Bravo (UTC+2), 05MAY24

Weather/Forecast Information:

Current temp: 51 degrees F, height of day at 76 degrees by 1400, floor of 49 degrees in 30 minutes. Wind speeds around 10 MPH to the North-East.

Lighting/Visibility Factors:

Slight overcast day with minimal fog which should clear up as the day progresses. Expect optimal visibility conditions by 0530.

Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) & Aviation Advisory Information

None at this time.

Theater/Strategic-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The recent reports of smuggled radioactive material and increasing civil unrest tied to pro-Russian political parties within Moldova have caused great concerns with our NATO ally Romania, who has then requested the presence of US troops in the regions of Korsac and Zimnitrita, which are situated along the Southern Romania-Moldova borders.

 Aside from just countering the increasing numbers of pro-Russia separatists that have resulted from the efforts of Russian intelligence operatives who may or may not officially be present and are looking to repeat what happened in Eastern Ukraine, the US Department of Defense is also very much interested in showing our latest NATO partners our commitment to deterring the Russian threat. After all, President Putin has never and likely will never publicly state that Ukraine is the end of his "3-day-special-operation" ambitions.

 While these regions are technically part of Moldova, they exist in a grey area as contested territories between the 2 countries. Their geographic position is in the middle of the chokepoint between the Carpathian Mountains to the West and the Black Sea to the East, acting as a gateway into Romania proper. Therefore, maintaining security here is of utmost importance to ensuring Russian influence does not extend any further West than the Ukrainian borders at this time.

Local/Tactical-level News & Intelligence Updates, Activity, and Analysis

The news should have finally caught up with the fact that a regime change has recently occurred in the region, with the new leadership much friendlier to Moscow and with the buildup of troops and weapons to closely match the early days of 2014 Ukraine. S-2 is closely monitoring the situation, and a proper Area of Operations Assessment will be delivered as soon as we can nail down a few details.

For now, we at least know that professional Russian troops have yet to enter the field, busy as they are with what's happening on the East and with few measures or resources to connect the 2 fronts. The goal for the first phase will be to secure vital civilian infrastructure and conduct shows of force in nearby civilian population centers.

Task Forces Alpha and Charlie will be stepping off first to secure the nearby air field and power plant here in Korsac, while Task Force Bravo will be stepping off a few hours later to conduct a show of force patrol within a civilian town over at Zimnitrita.

Special Info/Patrol Objective-specific Intelligence

None at this time.