Operation: Saber and Spear (The Pearl World)

Operation:Saber and Spear (Or Exercise Saber and Spear) was the name of a military operation that nearly resulted in war between the European Union and the United States. The Operation was meant to demonstrate Europe's affectiveness in a war against Russia, instead, it led to an international incident nearly sparking war between two former allies.

Background
In 2020, the European Union announced it was forming a new defense alliance due to President Trump's policies. These nations formally remained NATO members, but the President chose to suspend the alliance for sometime. Europe's alliance sparked tensions between the United States and Europe, as well as Canada and Britain. Trump won re-election  in 2020, and the two sides became locked in a mini cold war.

Mike Pence took over as President in 2022, and continued Trump's policies. Pence reaffirmed his commitment to withdrawing from the United Nations as well as the establishment of ties with Russia. Pence visited Moscow the next year as the two sides began discussing a new alliance.

Drill
In 2023, Europe held its first military drill and simuilated a war between Europe and Russia, as well as American intervention on Russia's behalf. American leaders condemned both sides of the conflict, calling for negotation to alleviate tensions.