CV32

EC2003 MEDC
 
Today, as the first decade of the 21st century comes to a close, Georgia remains piteously poor. And, yet, geopolitically, it is a country of enormous importance. An immense pipeline passes through Georgian territory, moving vast quantities of oil and gas from the Caspian Sea to a Turkish port. In the wake of the American withdrawal (some might say, ejection) from the Persian Gulf, Caspian oil is seen as crucially important in relieving dependence on oil from the Gulf region. The Russians are about to withdraw from the republic completely, and NATO membership is just around the corner for Georgia. And, still, as always, trouble is brewing just below the surface. Its only a matter of time before a soldier calls, "Tsetskli ! Tsetskli ! Tsetskli !" (Released July 2004).

EC2003 MEDC
 
In an apparent coup, a committee of Soviet hardliners has taken control of the government. NATO and Soviet militray forces have been put on full alert. President Gorbachev and his family has been taken from their dacha in the Crimea to a merchant ship in the Black Sea where his fate will be decided by the de facto Soviet government. (Released December 2004).

The Eastern Mediterranean has erupted into chaos. Israel's enemies Syria and Libya have decided to wipe Israel from the map. Meanwhile, the Egyptian government has been accused by Libya of being "a traitor to the Arab cause" and is massing troops along the common border. Intelligence sources have been observing an increase in readiness levels of both Libya and Syria in the past few months. In addition, both governments have purchased a large amount of Soviet equipment. In an unforeseen development, Soviet paratroopers and Marines have taken over the Suez Canal zone in a "caretaker and peacekeeping" mission in order to "protect the canal until regional tension abates." The United Nations has condemned this action and is demanding the withdrawal of Soviet forces from the region. Intelligence sources have observed a large number of Soviet reserve forces being mobilized and returned to active service. In addition several Northern Fleet units have entered the Mediterranean Sea supposedly headed towards Sevastopol for overhaul. Contact has been lost with these units. (Released January 2005).

EC2003 MEDC
 
A few years in the future ... A military coup has placed a radical Islamic government in control of Egypt. Mossad has uncovered evidence that the new Egyptian government has sponsored acts of terrorism against Israel and other Western nations. Israel has decided to impose a blockade on the Egyptian port of Alexandria. Unfortunately, the E.U. is not entirely convinced that Egypt is guilty of sponsoring terrorism, and refuses to recognize the blockade as legitimate. There is growing concern that one or more European nations will try to run the blockade. For the present, the United States is staying neutral, but it will assist Israel if additional evidence surfaces. Turkey has also said it will assist Israel if new evidence against Egypt appears (and has been condemned by other Islamic nation for being "Israel's good dog"). (Released October 2004).

EC2003 MEDC
 
A few years in the future ... Israel, beleving Egypt to be responsible for terrorist attacks, has blockaded the port of Alexandria. The E.U., refusing to believe that Egypt was responsible, attempted to run the blockade; the convoy of tankers escorted by Italian warships was destroyed, a humiliating defeat for the E.U. The E.U. has decided to punish Israel by destroying as much of its navy and air assets as it can. Two large task forces have been dispatched to take control of the eastern Mediterranean. A large number of air assets have been transferred to Greek air bases in preparation for massive strikes against Israeli bases, surface vessels, and submarines. The E.U. task force consists of French, Italian, and Greek forces. Interestingly, Germany and the U.K. have invoked their rights as E.U. members to not join these missions. The diplomatic furor over this is huge and there may be reprecussions for the E.U. that extend far beyond the fate of the Jewish state. (Released October 2004).

EC2003 MEDC
 
A few years in the future ... Disputes over trade and environmental issues have created friction between Russia and the European Union. After one incident where two of its warships were sunk by E.U. forces, there is evidence that Russia will make a punitive strike designed to "educate" the E.U. The "lesson," of course, is that Europe cannot attack Russia with impunity. Russia believes that America is unlikely to interefere. The growing global influence and economic power of the E.U. has created tension with the United States. If Russian troops were marching into Berlin or Paris, the United States would act to defend its allies and its strategic interests, but the prevailing attitude in America at the moment is that, for anything less, the E.U. can fend for itself. In fact, there are many Americans who would like to see the E.U. humbled a bit. The loss of a few warships or a few city blocks may be just the thing to do it. (Released October 2004).

Ukraine is not the Boss of Me (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 MEDC
 
A few years in the future ... Relations between Ukraine and some of its neighbors have become strained. In particular, Ukraine has demanded that Romania stop violating its trade sanctions against other Black Sea nations like Georgia. Romania has politely but firmly replied that it will trade with whomever it pleases. Ukraine appears poised to take this quarrel to the next level... (Released October 2004).

The worst case scenario for Sweden has just come to pass. Failed promises of prosperity after EU integration, combined with persistent high unemployment, have suddenly brought down the government in Finland and replaced it with one friendly to an aggressive Russian Federation. Russian armed forces have been granted access to Finnish airspace and territory as part of a mutual defence pact. This includes the Aland Islands, which are rumoured to have been "leased" (some say sold) to Russia, and already military forces are reported to be digging in around the islands and constructing fortifications there. This is extremely alarming to Sweden, whose protests have gone unanswered in Helsinki and Moscow. (Released January 2006).

Operation Thistle (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 GIUK
 
It is 1990 and the world is at war. The Soviet Union has invaded and occupied Iran. In response, the United States and many of its allies have declared war on the Soviet Union. One of the objectives of the Soviet Union is to destroy oil rigs in the North Sea, as this will cause serious economic and strategic harm to the United Kingdom and the rest of Europe. The less oil the West has, the more difficult it will be for them to defeat the Soviet Union. Early in the war, the Soviets attacked Norway, damaging many military installations and capturing others in the north of that country. They are now using some of those bases to attack Western forces. (Released March 2005).

Last Tango to Portsmouth (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 GIUK
 
It is 1990 and the world is at war. England is in jeopardy. As in the last two World Wars, the enemy is attempting to bring England to its knees by denying it access to the sea lanes, and to the food and oil that an island nation of seventy million people must have to avoid starvation and industrial collapse. As part of the war effort, convoys carrying food, oil, and goods are in transit from the United States to England. And, as one might expect, the Soviet Union is very interested in making sure these ships never reach the British Isles. (Released February 2005).

Emerald Action (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 GIUK
 
Recent ecological factors have led to the collapse of fish populations around the world. The European Union has decided to treat certain regions of the Atlantic Ocean as "fallow zones" in the hopes that fish populations will recover and a worldwide food crisis will be avoided. Not all nations recognize these Fallow Zones, though ... (Released January 2006).

Labrador Lightning (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 Atlantic Ocean
 
The collapse of fish populations around the world due to overfishing has created serious international friction. This is particularly true in the Atlantic. More and more often, European fishing boats have illegally entered Canadian waters. Canada has attempted to resolve the issue via diplomatic channels, but without success. Two months ago, the Canadian people elected a new government. The new Prime Minister warned that Canada would deal harshly with illegal fishing. Barely a month later, Canadian warships sank three Spanish fishing boats in the Labrador Sea; twenty Spanish sailors perished in the icy waters. Spain has declared it will not tolerate these barbarous acts. It has warned Canada that its fishing fleets will now be protected by naval vessels and that any Canadian warships approaching them will be fired on. Other European nations have also expressed their outrage at these events. Whether they will assist Spain in any Atlantic operations remains to be seen. The United States has tried to serve as a moderator and ease tensions between Canada and Spain, but has met with little success to date. (Released June 2006).

Hungry Lion (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 Atlantic Ocean
 
It is 1990 and the world is at war. The Soviet Union has invaded and occupied Iran. The United States and its allies demanded that the Soviet Union remove its forces from Iran immediately and threatened to use force if necessary. The Soviet Union responded with a series of lightning strikes that destroyed a large number of military bases in Europe. The Soviets then initiated a massive campaign of submarine warfare designed to cripple the West. Their goal does not appear to be to invade Europe but to leave the West so weak that it will be unable to force them out of Iran until their control of that country effectively becomes the status quo. (Released January 2006).

Battle Ocean 1990
EC2003 Atlantic
 
First of the Battle Ocean 1990 series. These scenarios are set in an alternate universe. In 1990, the government in Iran collapsed and the country was plunged into chaos. The Soviet Union decided to take advantage of this to gain control of Iran's oil and its warm water ports. It invaded, quickly smashed the Iranian military, and took control of the country. The United States and its allies have condemned the invasion. The Soviet Union and its allies know that the West will eventually attempt to liberate Iran. Along with moving naval forces into the Persian Gulf, they have initiated a campaign of attacks against Western industrial facilities, military bases, and merchant shipping around the world. Their primary goal here is to weaken the West to the point where it will be unable to drive the Soviets out of Iran. In addition, they hope to damage the economies of the United States and its allies badly enough to leave themselves in a position of increased global influence. With all other assets dedicated to other missions, battle group AAC (Flag Ranger) must intercept and destroy a Soviet battle group en route to the Persian Gulf. The battle group is believed to include a carrier and several escorts. In addition, you must locate and destroy several Soviet submarines that will otherwise represent a threat to merchant shipping headed towards and leaving Great Britain and Norway; it is likely these submarines are in the waters between Iceland and Scotland. (Released October 2004).

Continental Connection (Battle Ocean 1990 series)
EC2003 GIUK
 
A few years in the future ... French intelligence operatives have learned Russia plans to sell a number of older tactical nuclear weapons to their allies in the Third World. The European Union has demanded that Russia abandon the plan. Russia has responded by insisting that the French have been misled by unreliable sources. However, satellite photographs reveal that a convoy consisting of Russian warships and merchants has just entered the Norwegian Sea. (Released January 2006).

The Cold North
EC2003 Atlantic
 
The Russian military has been experiencing a loss of discipline and an increase of desertions and mutinies among its ranks brought on by little or no pay and loss of morale. Of late, several older ex-Soviet warships that were laid up prior to decommissioning have turned up missing. More disturbing is the fact that the ammunition for these warships stored in a nearby warehouse, prior to their destruction have also turned up missing. In another development, Oil has been discovered in and around the coast of northern Greenland and several oilrigs and a base camp has been set up. Contact has been lost with the whole operation. It is feared that an unknown force has seized the facilities. NATO has been tasked to investigate. (Released January 2005).

Second War Between the States
EC2003 Atlantic Ocean
 
The Northern United States finally called for an end to the Southern Drawl. This announcement was followed shortly by an embargo of pop flowing North from the South. As a matter of common understanding war broke out immediately. Hence the Second War Between the States began. This is a remake of the battleset scenario. (Released November 2006).

The South China Sea (Part 5 of 5)
 
The Chinese have declared that they are unwilling to abandon their outpost and are committed to defending it. The Allied nations have resolved to assault the island. (Released December 2004).

The South China Sea War (Part 4 of 5)
 
The situation in the Parcel Islands continues to deteriorate. Fire has been exchanged between Chinese and Japanese and Korean naval vessels with each side blaming each other for beginning the hostilities. The Chinese are still refusing to disclose the reason for their seizing and fortifying the islands and have insisted on remaining there. In fact, they have dispatched a large occupation force to garrison the island. The countries around the region, have decided to impose a blockade around the island. (Released December 2004).

The South China Sea War (Part 3 of 5)
 
A combined air and commando attack has crippled the Armed Forces of the Phillipines. The chain of command is in complete disarray and morale is at its lowest. The population is living in fear of the Chinese and the Philippine government has appealed to the international community for help. The Chinese are continuing to make intimidating statements and promising the continued use of force to make the point not to interfere in the Parcel Islands. The navies of neighboring countries are responding to protect civilian shipping. The closest assets are two frigates from Japan and South Korea on a joint exercise. (Released December 2004).

The South China Sea War (Part 1 of 5)
 
The PRC has occupied one of the disputed islands in the South China Sea. Any civilian shipping that has come close to the island has been harassed by the PLAN (People's Liberation Army Navy). Lately, some fishing vessels from the Philippines have been attacked by PLAN warships and attacks against Philippine vessels have increased in the past few weeks. Analysts speculate that the PRC has chosen the Philippines to make an example out of due to its relatively modest military forces and possibly as a warning to Taiwan of the PRC's willingness to use military force. (Released December 2004).

The South China Sea War (Part 2 of 5)
 
The Philippines are in an uproar over the destruction of their naval task group by the PLAN. Questions are being asked as to what the true mission of the task group was and the circumstances surrounding its destruction. The President of the Philippines has stated that the task group was sent to protect its fishing fleet and the attack was unprovoked. The Philippine government has filed a formal protest. Meanwhile, the PRC is seizing this opportunity to "flex its muscles" and to send a message of its hegemony in the region, especially to Taiwan. The PRC asserts that its flotilla was attacked and approached in a hostile manner by Philippine warships and they only acted in self defense. They have declined to comment on the outpost that they are constructing in the Parcels. Furthermore, they have pledged to retaliate against the "act of aggression perpetrated by the Armed Forces of the Philippines." Philippine military installations have been put on high alert. (Released December 2004).

Fish populations around the world have declined due to global warming, overfishing, and other factors. Japan has responded to dwindling catches by fishing closer and closer to parts of the Russian coast where fish are still relatively abundant. It is not clear whether Japanese fishing boats has actually violated Russian territorial waters or, if they have, how often it has happened, but Russia believes its territory is being violated. The situation has become very tense. Russian fishermen have fired shots at Japanese fishing boats. Japan has responded by sending armed escorts to accompany fishing fleets. Russia has declared this an unacceptable provocation. (Released October 2004).

Scenario 1 of 3: Situation escalated as PRC now actively pursuing supremacy operation your AO. It is anticipated that PLA-N will reinforce positions in Spratly Chain, escalate presence in Subic Bay facility and engage in offensive operations to drive other claimants from the area. (Released February 2006).

It is the early 1990s and Indonesia has become increasingly hostile towards its international neighbors. In the last six months, there have been several incidents in the region, including the sinking of a fishing boat the Indonesians claimed refused to stop when challenged by one of its frigates. Three weeks ago, two Singaporean A-4s were shot down when they strayed into Indonesian airspace. A large shipment of arms is on its way from Russia to Jakarta. Singapore and Australia are increasingly concerned about Indonesia and its long term plans for the region and have decided that this shipment must not be allowed to arrive. (Released June 2006).