Op Borealis 06 - 2026/02/28
Situation
Operations in the southern sector have resulted in significant territorial losses for the SLA, with key defensive belts dismantled and the Resko Industrial site secured. As a result, extremist elements have transitioned from a distributed defensive posture to consolidation around their final remaining strongholds: Virojoki and Airfield Nakar.
In response to mounting pressure, the SLA has initiated a last-ditch breakout attempt in the north (OBJ Crusade Alpha). Current assessment indicates this manoeuvre is designed to penetrate deeper into the region, secure viable logistics routes, and sustain operational momentum in the face of increasing isolation. The breakout represents both a tactical necessity and a strategic gamble.
Intel recovered during OP 05 indicates a rapid fallback from the southern front, with SLA forces withdrawing toward Virojoki to reinforce defensive positions in and around the city. Mining activity and phased withdrawal lines suggest a deliberate contraction rather than collapse, aimed at creating a hardened defensive perimeter around the urban centre, airfield and key positions between them.
Maritime activity remains ongoing in AO Bravo. The cargo vessel responsible for deploying a majority of SLA assets has been observed conducting both loading and unloading operations. The intent of the vessel remains unconfirmed; however, current assumptions are that it supports reinforcement, resupply, or potential exfiltration of personnel and materiel. Securing or neutralising this asset would significantly disrupt SLA sustainment efforts.
Further north of the vessel, a substantial coastal fortification network has been established (OBJ Seawall). Hardened positions, interlocking fields of fire, and defensive obstacles indicate deliberate preparation to deny amphibious assault routes and prevent coastal exfiltration in and attempt to prevent future actions on Airfield Nakar and main supply route to the city.
During OP 05, SLA forces were observed employing civilians as deliberate shields for key anti-air systems. These assets were positioned in the open, relying on civilian presence as deterrence rather than concealment. This represents a calculated escalation intended to complicate engagement decisions and degrade freedom of action. Civilian extraction and disciplined fires will be critical considerations when approaching key SLA assets.
Acknowledgements
- Refer to the situation report for detailed information on known factions and identification.
- CIVPOP are friendly and should be cooperative with many of them fleeing to safety of nearby towns and police.
- CIVPOP in small towns have likely retreated to larger towns and cities for safety. Engagements around this areas should take care to avoid civilian casualties.
- SLA elements have demonstrated deliberate use of civilian shields around key anti-air assets. Civilian extraction and the application of disciplined, proportionate fires remain critical considerations for all elements moving forward to mitigate collateral damage and maintain operational legitimacy.
Commanders intent
The primary objective of this operation is to prepare the battlespace for the upcoming assault on Airfield Nakar and the city of Virojoki, the final two remaining strongholds of the SLA. This operation focuses on dismantling supporting assets that would otherwise threaten or complicate future offensive actions. By degrading their logistics, indirect fire capability, air defence network, coastal fortifications, and breakout attempts, we will isolate Virojoki and the airfield and shape conditions for decisive follow on actions.
Tasking(s)
Map - Overview | High Resolution
Area of Operations - Alpha | Bravo | Charlie
40 Commando & 47 Commando
- [OBJ Mutus] Locate and dismantle the radio relay and jamming equipment
- [OBJ Navis] Raid and secure the cargo ship to prevent further use by the SLA
- [OBJ Servitus] Rescue the civilian shields and dismantle the Anti Air equipment
- [OBJ Seawall] Dismantle the fortified coastal defences and nearby assets in the area
1st Battalion, Mercian Regiment & A Squadron, King's Royal Hussars
- Defend the industrial site against a possible counter attack
- [OBJ Crusade Alpha] Engage the SLA breakout attempting to push north deeper into the region to sustain their operations
- [OBJ Crusade Bravo] Dismantle and probe the western front line in preparation for an assault on the city
- [OBJ Crusade Charlie] Locate and destroy indirect fire and supporting assets supporting the northern break through
Joint Aviation Command
- Provide transport support to 47 Commando; extract from the industrial site and deliver to HMS Albion
- [OBJ Crusade] Provide CAS to 1MERCIAN and 20KRH
- [OBJ Seawall] Provide CAS via hellfires to 40CDO and 47CDO.
Markings - AO Alpha
| Objective / Target |
Marker |
Markings |
| Armoured column breakout | OBJ Crusade Alpha | Image |
| Checkpoint and fortified frontline | OBJ Crusade Bravo | Image |
| Indirect fire assets and supplies | OBJ Crusade Charlie | Image |
Markings - AO Bravo
| Objective / Target |
Marker |
Markings |
| Coastal radio relay and jamming site | OBJ Mutus | Image |
| Cargo ship | OBJ Navis | Image |
| Anti air site with civilian hostages | OBJ Servitus | Image |
| Coastal defences and fortifications | OBJ Seawall | Image |
Markings - Untasked
| Objective / Target |
Marker |
Markings |
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Financial and governmental fibre distribution nodes |
OBJ Hardline Alpha OBJ Hardline Bravo |
