Herr General ! At the moment we still hold the Ostwall in the South. The allies have landed in Normandy, and obviously the offensive the Russians have just started against Army group Center is meant to support the western allies' efforts.

We will probably not be able to stop them, however your Panzer group is the strongest we have around here. You must hold on to Gomel and fend of the encircling attacks the Russians will no doubt attempt. Succeed so we can at least make a proper withdrwawl. 