To: SIS Directorate; FA Edmund Steiner; From: Cdre. E. Hall

[Victor Steiner]

Governor-General

It is our opinion that Premier Selim has since lost much of his former influence. The man failed to uphold the authority of his office and therefore lost it entirely. His ideals and philosophies are by no means in sync with those of the Kingdom, therefore he is still a threat. Yet he has given us valuable insight and forewarned us about coming events. How you deal with him therefore, is up to you. Bearing in mind that he will be watched by the SIS.

In the meantime, we are approving your request for Operation 'Red Winter'. The Service will be mobilized and will assist in whatever capacity it can. The BPA garrison will also be informed and will be made ready to assist. Reinforcements will be sent to you from Cortez and Newcastle should you need them.

Fleet Admiral Sir Edmund J. R. Steiner KBE, OG
Director of HM SIS Victor A. W. Steiner

---