Northern Sentinel: Operation Northern Resolve #3

Situation Report: Nordic Front – Operation Arctic Shield
After intense battles, NATO and its Scandinavian allies have suffered heavy losses in northern Scandinavia. The brave defending forces were forced to retreat, and Finland has now completely fallen under Soviet control. Against an overwhelming Soviet force, backed by advanced weaponry and relentless determination, the front line has been pushed further west.

Despite severe threats of nuclear retaliation if the U.S. and other NATO nations intervene, NATO has decided to engage fully to halt the Soviet expansion. The unity and resolve of the alliance have only grown stronger, and now a formidable force is gathering to turn the tide.

Spain, France, and the United Kingdom have deployed their finest aircraft to the Nordic front—Mirage F1s and F-4E Phantoms are poised to meet the enemy in the skies. Additionally, ground forces are being reinforced to stabilize the defensive line and halt Leonid Brezhnev’s advance across Finland. This is a decisive moment, where the future of Europe hangs in the balance, and the free nations stand united against a common foe.

But this is not the end; it is a new beginning. We have lost battles, but not the war. Those who think we will surrender, that we will fall silent before overwhelming power, are mistaken. History has shown that free people never yield when darkness falls. We will fight back—in the air, on the ground, and at sea. We will strike with strength and determination, and we will push back against this aggressive advance.

We have lost ground, but we have not lost our will. We will stand firm, side by side, with our allies. We will fight for every meter, every city, every landmark that stands for our freedom. Let our enemies hear the roar of our aircraft, let them feel the strength of our resistance, and let them know that we will never, never give up.

It is in our darkest hours that we show our courage. This is our moment. We will prevail!

Objective
Strike Soviet SA sites along the Norwegian-Finnish border to weaken their air defense.
Destroy key bridges in Soviet-controlled territory to disrupt supply lines and slow down their advance towards Banak.
Neutralize the Soviet command ship north of Banak, which is coordinating their operations in the region.
Soviet Air Superiority: The Soviet Union currently maintains air dominance over Finland, making any operations high-risk.

Available Aircraft and Modules
F-14A – Air Superiority
The F-14A’s task is to establish and maintain air superiority, eliminating enemy aircraft threats to ensure the safety of allied forces and ground operations.

AJS-37 – Precision Strike
The AJS-37 Viggen will perform precision strikes on high-value ground targets such as SAM sites, radar stations, and bridges to slow Soviet advance.

F-5E – Close Air Support (CAS)
The F-5E will provide close air support to ground forces, targeting enemy infantry, armor, and vehicles in direct support of allied troops.

F-4E – SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses)
The F-4E will suppress enemy air defenses, targeting and neutralizing SAM systems and radar installations to clear the way for other allied operations.

F-16A – Air Superiority
The F-16A will defend against enemy aircraft, particularly Soviet MiGs, ensuring control of the airspace and protecting allied assets.

Mirage F1 – Strike Mission
The Mirage F1 will conduct strike missions, targeting enemy logistics, vehicles, and other ground assets to disrupt Soviet supply lines and support operations.

The mission is challenging, but this united force will strike back with all available resources to turn the tide in Scandinavia. Victory will demand precision, courage, and coordination among all units.

Good luck, pilots! The free world depends on you.

Show the frontline over Finland