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The Russian Federation (or simply Russia) is a transcontinental country located in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia.

Armed forces[]

Main article: Russian Armed Forces

The Russian Armed Forces represent the nation's combined military forces. It comprises of four services:

  • The Russian Ground Forces
  • The Russian Navy
  • The Russian Air Force
  • The Russian Special Forces, formally the Special Forces of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces (short form: Spetsnaz GRU)

Politics[]

Presidency[]

2009[]

An unnamed president oversaw the crisis in neighbouring Chernarus after an armed uprising was carried out by the so-called "Chernarussian Movement of the Red Star" (ChDKZ) in the country's South Zagoria province.

The administration did not openly support the rebel movement's declaration of intent to reunify with Russia[1], but simultaneously opposed any unilateral attempts from the United States that sought military action in favour of the (still officially recognised) Chernarussian government-in-exile.[2]

« The President would not comment, but insiders tell us there is growing impatience at the Kremlin for direct action in our fracturing neighbor-state.
News networks speculate on the president's next course of action following the Moscow bombings
»

The president would later deploy Russian peacekeepers to supplant their counterparts from the United States after the Moscow bombings on October 16th, 2009.[3][4] However, they were quickly withdrawn from the country several days later after their peacekeeping mandate is revoked by the UN Security Council.[5]

Following a bilateral agreement with the U.S., the president would mandate that the truth behind the cause of the uprising be kept secret at the highest levels.[6][7] In the aftermath, several high-ranking politicians and military officials who supported the insurgents were found guilty and were executed for committing high treason.[8]

2013-20XX[]

One year after the UN-sanctioned invasion of Takistan by U.S.-led NATO forces, the Russian government separately partook in the post-invasion stabilisation and counterinsurgency efforts. The president authorised the deployment of Russian troops to secure Northern Takistan and the areas surrounding the regional capital of Awdak.[9]

However, infighting between the regional tribes, remnants of the former regime, and the civilian government in Takmyr quickly escalated in the months that followed.[4][10] The Russian government did not support either side and remained indifferent to the ongoing strife.

20XX-2039[]

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Russia stands at a crossroads between an expanding East and a West in decline (2039)

As of 2039, Nika Grekova holds the seat of president.[11]

« This is an age of radical change. We see the European Union crumbling, America's economy failing, the old order of things being swept away. We have no interest in reigniting Cold War tensions. Rather, we are searching out opportunities to redistribute the heavy responsibility, now resting on our shoulders.
In a surprise announcement, Grekova officially declares July 15th, 2039 as the date for a vote on Russia's membership into CSAT
»

Their administration is currently debating the merits of joining the Chinese-led CSAT alliance. A vote was initially scheduled to take place on July 15th, 2039, to officially decide on whether Russia would join the alliance as a full member.[12][13][14] The outcome of the Kremlin's decision on whether to join the alliance is not known.[15]

Economy[]

For almost two decades, revenues gained from an oil crisis that began in 2016 has caused the Russian economy to skyrocket.[16] Close economic ties and flourishing trade with members of the CSAT alliance[17][18][19] has further contributed to Russia's economic growth.[15]

Notes[]

  1. Served as President in the lead up to Exercise Electron-39 (2039).

References[]

  1. Mořický, K 2009, Chernarussian PM Executed, AAN Online, viewed 9 June 2023, <http://aan.moricky.com/en/europe/1-chernarussian-pm-executed.html>.
  2. Mořický, K 2009, Security Council stalemate, AAN Online, viewed 9 June 2023, <http://aan.moricky.com/en/europe/5-security-council-stalemate.html>.
  3. ARMA 2 2009 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Operation Harvest Red, Manhattan, "RVR Russian Voice Radio. Over fifty people have been murdered and nearly five hundred injured in the blast that devastated the heart of the capital, Red Square in Moscow today. The death toll is almost certain to rise. The bombing also destroyed part of St. Basil's Cathedral, a spokesperson for the Church, who was uninjured, said this was "an indication that the terrorists who caused the explosion care as little for God or world heritage as they do for human life." Although the Kremlin is understandably reluctant to accuse any particular group at this stage, the vast body of expert opinion supports the idea that the infamous NAPA terrorist organization is behind the terrible attack. NAPA made the headlines earlier this week in war-torn Chernarus for the torture and murder of Civilians in the North of that troubled country. Earlier in this programme a high ranking Russian Ground Forces officer, who wishes to remain anonymous, told RVR "It has become clear that the Americans cannot control Chernarus. Their incompetence is destabilizing the region and we must act to restore the balance. It is our duty to both protect Russia, and to aid the people of Chernarus." The President would not comment, but insiders tell us there is growing impatience at the Kremlin for direct action in our fracturing neighbor-state. RVR will be back with more as the situation develops.", Russian Voice Radio
  4. 4.0 4.1 Mořický, K et al. 2011, Armaverse Timeline, Bohemia Interactive Community Wiki, viewed 9 June 2023, <https://community.bistudio.com/wiki/Armaverse_Timeline>.
  5. ARMA 2 2009 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Operation Harvest Red, War That Never Was, "The Russian government withdrew its forces from Chernarus after receiving conclusive evidence that the Moscow bombing was orchestrated in Russia and executed by 'Chedaki' personnel."
  6. ARMA 2 2009 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Operation Harvest Red, Dogs of War, "Russians are in full withdrawal. Lopotev is fucked. God know what they'll do to him. It was General Shagarov's report that really swung it for us though. We're lucky Karelin's rescue attempt went down like it did. So now it's just a clean-up operation. Retake the Chedaki held territory, save the day. How we go about that is up to you... commander. Swordsman out."
  7. ARMA 2 2009 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Operation Harvest Red, War That Never Was, "After the capture, handover and bungled rescue attempt of Lopotev, Russian forces have been thrown into disarray. Peace is re-established and Chedaki conspirators are considered the only threat now by both sides. Razor is being transferred to the Khe Sanh. The details of the campaign are now considered top secret."
  8. ARMA 2 2009 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Operation Harvest Red, Setting Sail, "The Russian government suffered a minor crisis in 2009. Several high-ranking military commanders and politicians faced trial for high treason and were sentenced to death."
  9. Bohemia Interactive a.s., 2010, Proving Grounds, Arma 2, viewed 9 June 2023, <https://www.arma2.com/arma-2-pmc-proving-grounds/a2pmc-proving-grounds>.
  10. Bohemia Interactive a.s., 2010, Arma 2: Private Military Company Features, Arma 2, viewed 9 June 2023, <https://www.arma2.com/game-features/pmc>.
  11. ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., News Today 06.18.39, \a3\props_f_enoch\items\documents\data\newspaper_01_co.paa, "Russia sets date for major vote on CSAT membership", News Today
  12. ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., News Today 06.18.39, \a3\props_f_enoch\items\documents\data\newspaper_01_co.paa, "Russian President Nika Grekova issued a surprise statement yesterday, citing July 15th as the date for a vote over membership to the Canton Protocol Strategic Alliance Treaty. If successful, accession talks could begin late next year.", News Today
  13. ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., First Contact, Going Dark, \a3\missions_f_contact\data\img\intro2\intro2_laptop_desktop_ww3_co.paa, "LIVING ON A RAZOR'S EDGE... DOOMSDAY CLOCK AT 1 MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT To: Leaders and citizens of the world Re: One minute to midnight Last night, the lugubrious minute hand of humanity moved 1 minute closer to midnight - the nearest it's ever been on the metaphorical Doomsday Clock, first commissioned by writers of the WorldWatcher in 1945. The decision was not taken lightly and reflects a number of potentially cataclysmic events since June last year: – The looming threat from climate change - carbon dioxide emissions are increasing. – The rampant expediture on global nuclear arsenals, heightening the risk of a destructive world war. – The escalating tensions between NATO member states, CSAT, and the Russian Federation. – The international economic crisis, leading to a rise in civil unrest, authoritarian regimes, and regional conflict. – The proliferation of dangerously unstable world leaders, promoting demagogery, brinkmanship, lies, and doublespeak in the pursuit of power.", WORLDWATCHER.COM
  14. ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Livonia, "On July 15, 2039, Russia will consider an action plan for joining CSAT. Many Livonians fear that membership will end a tenuous balance of world power."
  15. 15.0 15.1 ARMA 3: Contact 2019 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., First Contact, Going Dark, "I dunno? Russia joining up with CSAT? I mean, yeah. Being trading partners is one thing. But, full-on membership? That's quite a commitment. And it's not working out so well for Belarus now, is it?"
  16. ARMA 3 2013 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Field Manual/Vehicles/T-100 Varsuk, "A modernized version of the Russian T-95 MBT. The ongoing development of the new generation battle tank was restarted in 2016 thanks to revenues from the oil crisis. The new concept of battle tank is lower and lighter, with increased maneuverability. The T-100 Varsuk comes with a standard 125 mm cannon, 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun and a commander-controlled NSVT-M 12.7 mm HMG."
  17. ARMA 3: Jets 2017 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Field Manual/Vehicles/To-201 Shikra, "The To-201 Shikra is a fifth-generation, single-seat, twin-engine, all-weather tactical fighter aircraft. The aircraft was designed by CSAT and Russian joint syndicate."
  18. ARMA 3: Jets 2018 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Field Manual/Weapons/S-750 Rhea, "The S-750 Rhea Surface-Air-Missile system was designed by Russia to defend its airspace against hostile intrusion. The asset was adapted by CSAT based on a joint CSAT/Russian arms syndicate deal."
  19. ARMA 3: Apex 2016 [Video Game], Bohemia Interactive a.s., Field Manual/Weapons/Qilin, "The Qilin provides safe and fast operating speeds with superior levels of mobility and maneuverability. It is highly adaptable to severe, rugged and restrictive terrains while providing off-road, cross-country mobility under all types of weather conditions. The vehicle was produced in China with Russian cooperation, so some minor influence from Ifrit MRAP can be seen in the Qilin design."

See also[]

Countries in the Armaverse
Eastern Europe LivoniaRussian Federation
North Africa Argana
West Africa North LombakkaSouth Lombakka
Atlantic Democratic Republic of SahraniIndependent Republic of NogovaKingdom of SahraniUnited Kingdom
North America United States of America
Green Sea ArdistanGrozoviaKarzeghistanRepublic of ChernarusTakistan
Mediterranean AtidaRepublic of Altis and Stratis
South Pacific Horizon Islands Republic
Microstates Everon Socialist RepublicMalden
Countries are listed in order of the region of the globe that they are geographically located in.
Italics denote countries that have ceased to exist.
NOTE: For a list of minor references to countries that are not shown, please refer to this article.