Tashkent, Uzbekistan – Julio Gerard, Associated Press
February 29, 2008
As most of the world is aware by now, the Communist state of Krasnovia recently invaded their Southern neighbor Uzbekistan. Their unilateral action has been widely condemned on the international stage, as many members of the UN have voiced their opinions. To this point, this outcry has been full of rhetoric, as nations continue to take sides on this issue. However, after the fighting earlier this week, a wider response is almost assured.
The Krasnovian plan of action appeared at the outset to be a simple one. They wished to take over key points on the Krasnovian/Uzbekistan border and then use those points as a foothold to funnel massive amounts of troops on secured lanes of travel. This blitzkrieg-style operation seemed designed as much to intimidate as to secure objectives, possibly inducing people to surrender in the face of such a strong invasion force. Luckily for the people of Uzbekistan, the “All-American” paratroops of the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division were sent to slow the advance of the Krasnovian 106th Guards Airborne Division out of Tula. The bloody battle between the highly-trained airborne forces of both countries took place just north of the city of Tashkent.
On February 23rd, the area north of Tashkent found itself hotly contested. Both sides of the conflict fought long and hard to take every square inch of that soil from their enemy. Those of you following as events unfolded in this area were certainly able to see pictures of US Senator Kelly (R-Wyoming) touring the battlefield. The US troops in that area, though harried by the Krasnovian Airborne (VDV) paratroopers, protected the Senator well. As the media coverage around the Senator showed, the fighting was fierce and it was tough to say who would win the day. The Senator was luckily evacuated before any harm could befall him.
The paratroopers who had so bravely escorted the Senator, however, were not so fortunate. Soon after the Senator’s departure, Krasnovian VDV soldiers charged through the forward edge of the battle and punched a major hole in the American defenses. As the US forces fell back, all Internet and satellite communications coming from Tashkent were silenced. The UN and world media were left powerless and unable to gather any information except from scattered reports coming in by radio. Only now have those reports emerged from the war zone to be collected and correlated.
In one of these reports, evidence shows that the infamous Ali Akbar Muhammod Jalabad – better known as “Chemical Ali” – was sent by Al-Quaida to survey the area held by the Krasnovians. The implications are obvious, namely that this despicable man was in the area to provide secrets on the creation of chemical and biological weapons to the invaders. The nearby Venshanka chemical plant clearly figured into the Krasnovians invasion plan. If they could secure that facility and the help of Chemical Ali, they could easily terrorize the whole of Uzbekistan. This eventuality could only lead to bad ends.
In addition to aid from Chemical Ali, recent information has come to light that indicates the presence of another well known terrorist on the field. This man’s name is Hans Gruber; known to the world to be responsible for virtual attacks on many incredibly sensitive computer systems. Among his most famous attacks are: the theft of millions of dollars from numbered accounts in Switzerland, the severe disruption of shipping through the Panama Canal, and the simultaneous shutdown of power in areas of several major European cities, leading to riots and mass panic. It is now theorized that this wanted man has been returned to Eastern Europe, possibly his native Germany, by Krasnovian agents. This surely would have been in return for providing Krasnovian forces near Tashkent with the so-called “Doomsday” computer virus that has caused havoc with nearly every American computer system for the past several days.
Fortunately, there were two major US success stories to surface out of yesterday’s conflict. Under fire and harried at every turn, the valiant paratroopers of the 82nd were able to escort Nuclear Regulatory Officials to the former-Soviet nuclear missile silo in this area. Those officials were carrying codes that they then used to disarm the warheads residing in that facility, rendering them useless to the invaders. That act alone saved untold lives and took the nuclear bargaining chip away from the Krasnovians.
Additionally, US Security Forces were able to rescue several hostages that had been taken by the independent para-military group calling itself the Socialist Introspective League. Those hostages were being held at the Kruzchev nuclear facility along with US Colonel Jack Spartan, who had been captured early in the fighting around Tashkent. By saving these hostages and a key US officer, these brave men staved off an unimaginable diplomatic disaster. The bargaining potential of having a US Army Airborne Colonel in their possession would have increased the power of the Krasnovians tremendously.
Unfortunately, the Krasnovians had one last master stroke planned for the 82nd and the people of Uzbekistan. The Krasnovians were able, with the help of Chemical Ali, to build a chemical weapon of some power. They were then able to set off that device, devastating the area and driving the defenders back into Tashkent proper. While initial estimates put the death toll easily in the hundreds, the full extent of this weapon’s devastation will not be known until this conflict subsides. That doesn’t look to be possible any time soon due to the area north of Tashkent being securely under Krasnovian control.
While wars of conquest by Communist states have not been discussed on the world stage for some time, the forces of Krasnovia clearly intend to make their mark. They are obviously able to wreak tremendous havoc with unconventional weaponry, and additionally were able to disrupt the US command. The 82nd Airborne Division fell into disarray and as we speak is still struggling to consolidate its hold on Tashkent. While no one thought that this day would end peacefully, the outlook is definitely dire from the perspective of Uzbekistan and their allies. To those unfortunate souls, February 23rd, 2008 will always be remembered as a day of Apocalypse.
In the aftermath of these events, several important announcements have been made. The first was a renewed commitment to defend Uzbekistan by the US and their NATO allies. Senator Kelly proposed legislation (largely expected to pass easily through the US Legislature) to approve increased military funding specifically for the defense of Uzbekistan. The US military has further mobilized to bolster aid in invaded areas. They reportedly intend to provide increased manpower to the area as well as advanced equipment. NATO allies have offered monetary aid and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) has begun preparations to enter the area around Tashkent to assess the damage incurred by poison gas.
As for the Krasnovians, they are poised to enter the city of Tashkent. It is not known what their immediate targets will be, but that city has many opportune sites, be they military, economic, or merely popular in nature. These are truly dark times for the inhabitants of that city, and it will be up to the intestinal fortitude of the 82nd Airborne Division to see them through.
February 29, 2008
As most of the world is aware by now, the Communist state of Krasnovia recently invaded their Southern neighbor Uzbekistan. Their unilateral action has been widely condemned on the international stage, as many members of the UN have voiced their opinions. To this point, this outcry has been full of rhetoric, as nations continue to take sides on this issue. However, after the fighting earlier this week, a wider response is almost assured.
The Krasnovian plan of action appeared at the outset to be a simple one. They wished to take over key points on the Krasnovian/Uzbekistan border and then use those points as a foothold to funnel massive amounts of troops on secured lanes of travel. This blitzkrieg-style operation seemed designed as much to intimidate as to secure objectives, possibly inducing people to surrender in the face of such a strong invasion force. Luckily for the people of Uzbekistan, the “All-American” paratroops of the US Army’s 82nd Airborne Division were sent to slow the advance of the Krasnovian 106th Guards Airborne Division out of Tula. The bloody battle between the highly-trained airborne forces of both countries took place just north of the city of Tashkent.
On February 23rd, the area north of Tashkent found itself hotly contested. Both sides of the conflict fought long and hard to take every square inch of that soil from their enemy. Those of you following as events unfolded in this area were certainly able to see pictures of US Senator Kelly (R-Wyoming) touring the battlefield. The US troops in that area, though harried by the Krasnovian Airborne (VDV) paratroopers, protected the Senator well. As the media coverage around the Senator showed, the fighting was fierce and it was tough to say who would win the day. The Senator was luckily evacuated before any harm could befall him.
The paratroopers who had so bravely escorted the Senator, however, were not so fortunate. Soon after the Senator’s departure, Krasnovian VDV soldiers charged through the forward edge of the battle and punched a major hole in the American defenses. As the US forces fell back, all Internet and satellite communications coming from Tashkent were silenced. The UN and world media were left powerless and unable to gather any information except from scattered reports coming in by radio. Only now have those reports emerged from the war zone to be collected and correlated.
In one of these reports, evidence shows that the infamous Ali Akbar Muhammod Jalabad – better known as “Chemical Ali” – was sent by Al-Quaida to survey the area held by the Krasnovians. The implications are obvious, namely that this despicable man was in the area to provide secrets on the creation of chemical and biological weapons to the invaders. The nearby Venshanka chemical plant clearly figured into the Krasnovians invasion plan. If they could secure that facility and the help of Chemical Ali, they could easily terrorize the whole of Uzbekistan. This eventuality could only lead to bad ends.
In addition to aid from Chemical Ali, recent information has come to light that indicates the presence of another well known terrorist on the field. This man’s name is Hans Gruber; known to the world to be responsible for virtual attacks on many incredibly sensitive computer systems. Among his most famous attacks are: the theft of millions of dollars from numbered accounts in Switzerland, the severe disruption of shipping through the Panama Canal, and the simultaneous shutdown of power in areas of several major European cities, leading to riots and mass panic. It is now theorized that this wanted man has been returned to Eastern Europe, possibly his native Germany, by Krasnovian agents. This surely would have been in return for providing Krasnovian forces near Tashkent with the so-called “Doomsday” computer virus that has caused havoc with nearly every American computer system for the past several days.
Fortunately, there were two major US success stories to surface out of yesterday’s conflict. Under fire and harried at every turn, the valiant paratroopers of the 82nd were able to escort Nuclear Regulatory Officials to the former-Soviet nuclear missile silo in this area. Those officials were carrying codes that they then used to disarm the warheads residing in that facility, rendering them useless to the invaders. That act alone saved untold lives and took the nuclear bargaining chip away from the Krasnovians.
Additionally, US Security Forces were able to rescue several hostages that had been taken by the independent para-military group calling itself the Socialist Introspective League. Those hostages were being held at the Kruzchev nuclear facility along with US Colonel Jack Spartan, who had been captured early in the fighting around Tashkent. By saving these hostages and a key US officer, these brave men staved off an unimaginable diplomatic disaster. The bargaining potential of having a US Army Airborne Colonel in their possession would have increased the power of the Krasnovians tremendously.
Unfortunately, the Krasnovians had one last master stroke planned for the 82nd and the people of Uzbekistan. The Krasnovians were able, with the help of Chemical Ali, to build a chemical weapon of some power. They were then able to set off that device, devastating the area and driving the defenders back into Tashkent proper. While initial estimates put the death toll easily in the hundreds, the full extent of this weapon’s devastation will not be known until this conflict subsides. That doesn’t look to be possible any time soon due to the area north of Tashkent being securely under Krasnovian control.
While wars of conquest by Communist states have not been discussed on the world stage for some time, the forces of Krasnovia clearly intend to make their mark. They are obviously able to wreak tremendous havoc with unconventional weaponry, and additionally were able to disrupt the US command. The 82nd Airborne Division fell into disarray and as we speak is still struggling to consolidate its hold on Tashkent. While no one thought that this day would end peacefully, the outlook is definitely dire from the perspective of Uzbekistan and their allies. To those unfortunate souls, February 23rd, 2008 will always be remembered as a day of Apocalypse.
In the aftermath of these events, several important announcements have been made. The first was a renewed commitment to defend Uzbekistan by the US and their NATO allies. Senator Kelly proposed legislation (largely expected to pass easily through the US Legislature) to approve increased military funding specifically for the defense of Uzbekistan. The US military has further mobilized to bolster aid in invaded areas. They reportedly intend to provide increased manpower to the area as well as advanced equipment. NATO allies have offered monetary aid and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) has begun preparations to enter the area around Tashkent to assess the damage incurred by poison gas.
As for the Krasnovians, they are poised to enter the city of Tashkent. It is not known what their immediate targets will be, but that city has many opportune sites, be they military, economic, or merely popular in nature. These are truly dark times for the inhabitants of that city, and it will be up to the intestinal fortitude of the 82nd Airborne Division to see them through.
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vot uzh khuinya otkrovennaya rzhu nimagu. pridurki.
Please post a translation to this comment or we'll unfortunately have to remove it.
Actually, never mind. Please grow the guts to post some way other than anonymously. Otherwise, don't post here at all. Идиот.
I was pleased to help the people of Krasnovia in their bold strikes against the Great Satan.
I was also pleased to receive my paycheck, which will allow me to retire in comfort.
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