Phase 5: Malaysia's Rise and Global Intervention

Despite being on the brink of collapse, Malaysia did not surrender. The remnants of the military, special units, and surviving civilians rose against Overland's occupation through guerrilla warfare, sabotage operations, and civilian defense.

At the same time, regional powers began to intervene, but not solely to help Malaysia. Instead, they had their own agendas.

1️⃣ Malaysia's Covert Counterattack

Having lost much of its military assets, Malaysia could only rely on guerrilla warfare tactics and unconventional attacks to weaken Overland from within.

🔺 Malaysia's Special Forces (GGK, PASKAL, PASKAU) Launch Guerrilla Warfare

• The Special Forces Regiment (GGK) operated from Malaysia’s jungles, launching ambushes against Overland’s military convoys.
• The Naval Special Warfare Forces (PASKAL) infiltrated Overland’s military bases around the Malacca Strait and destroyed their logistical supplies.
• The Air Force Special Operations (PASKAU) focused on sabotaging Overland’s radar and communication systems, disrupting enemy coordination.

🔺 Sabotage Operations Against Overland's Warships

• PASKAL divers used "limpet mine" tactics to destroy Overland's warships docked in Malaysian waters.
• Cargo ships suspected of supplying Overland’s military were secretly detonated by Malaysian guerrilla fighters.
• Overland-controlled ports in Georgetown and Port Klang became targets of underground attacks.

🔺 Malaysia-Indonesia Cooperation to Block Overland Submarines in the Sunda Strait

• Indonesia finally declared support for Malaysia and deployed the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) to block Overland submarines in the Sunda Strait.
• Overland submarines attempting to move into the Indian Ocean to attack Australia and India faced maritime blockades.
• Malaysia and Indonesia deployed naval mines and underwater drones to hunt enemy submarines.

2️⃣ Mobilization of Volunteer Forces & Local Defense

With the regular military significantly weakened by war, Malaysia activated volunteer forces as the last line of defense.

🔺 Territorial Army, PALAPES & Volunteer Forces Deployed to the Battlefield

• The Malaysian government ordered all Territorial Army and PALAPES units to take part in urban and rural defense.
• They were armed with M4 Carbine assault rifles and trained in guerrilla warfare to defend their respective regions.
• Each state’s Territorial Army battalion secured rural areas to prevent Overland from easily conquering Malaysia.

🔺 Establishment of "Local Defense Force" in Every State

• Local residents willing to fight were trained in urban combat and guerrilla warfare.
• Retired military personnel and police officers were reactivated to lead local defense units.
• War training centers were established in regions yet to be occupied, such as northern Perak, Kelantan, and the interior of Sabah and Sarawak.

🔺 Coordinated Attacks by Volunteer Forces & Guerrilla Fighters

• Small units employed "hit-and-run" tactics against Overland convoys moving towards urban areas.
• Ambushes in mountainous and jungle areas became a key strategy to disrupt Overland’s movements.
• Improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were used to destroy main roads and bridges critical to enemy logistics.

With stronger local defense, Overland began to struggle in fully controlling Malaysia.

3️⃣ Regional & US Intervention with Their Own Agendas

India Guards the Indian Ocean, Not Malaysia

• India viewed Overland’s presence in the Indian Ocean as a direct threat to its interests.
• The Indian Navy deployed aircraft carrier battle groups, INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant, to encircle Overland’s warships.
• India launched air operations against Overland bases in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands to halt enemy advances.
• However, India did not enter Malaysia directly, as its priority was preventing Overland from dominating the Indian Ocean.

The United States Attacks Overland, But Not to Save Malaysia

🔺 Strikes on Overland Bases in Hainan & the South China Sea

• The US finally launched attacks on Overland's bases in Hainan and the South China Sea.
• Hypersonic missiles targeted Overland’s military bases in Nanning and Guangzhou, crippling their military capabilities.
• However, the US did not assist Malaysia directly.

🔺 US Aircraft Carriers Enter the South China Sea to Strengthen Their Position

• Aircraft carriers USS Gerald R. Ford and USS Ronald Reagan moved into the South China Sea, not to save Malaysia but to maintain US influence in the region.
• The US aimed to control maritime trade and establish military bases in Malaysia after the war.
• The US administration pressured Malaysia’s surviving government, offering "military aid" on the condition that Malaysia allowed the US to establish bases in Peninsular Malaysia.

🔺 US Sees an Opportunity to Expand Its Influence in Malaysia

• As Overland retreated, the US offered a "recovery plan" for Malaysia, but with conditions that granted them rights to set up permanent military bases.
• Malaysia not only faced the Overland threat but also had to ensure the US did not exploit the situation to turn Malaysia into its base in Southeast Asia.

Overland Now Faces War on Multiple Fronts

• In Malaysia – Guerrilla warfare and civilian defense further weakened Overland's position.
• In the Indian Ocean – India encircled Overland’s warships, preventing their expansion.
• In Southeast Asia – ASEAN imposed economic sanctions, destabilizing Beijing’s economy.
• In the South China Sea & Hainan – The US attacked Overland, but with an agenda to expand its own influence.

📉 Overland now faces immense pressure and can no longer sustain a long-term war.

Conclusion: Malaysia Must Beware of "Allies" with Hidden Agendas

✅ Malaysia rose with the strength of its people and volunteer forces.
✅ Overland is weakening, but the US and India also have their own interests.
✅ If Malaysia is not cautious, this victory may only open the door to new foreign influences.

❓ Will Malaysia truly be free after this war, or will it merely become a battleground for major powers?