Volume Eight, Hundred Years of Resentment, Chapter 79, Battles Outside the Battlefield
Cunxun did not go to the head of state alone, but went to the Ministry of National Defense to call Ye~
Seeing the two of them coming at the same time, Wang Yuanqing knew that things were not very good.
"I have received the information. Japanese Foreign Minister Shikawa Kitayama arrived in Washington several hours ago." Li Cunxun took out a cigarette as soon as he sat on the sofa. "After U.S. Secretary of State Brudering met with Shikawa Kitayama, he immediately went to the White House. When I left the Military Intelligence Agency, Brudering had not left the White House."
Wang Yuanqing was not surprised. It was reasonable for Japan to ask for help from the United States.
"The military officers stationed in Britain and France sent back the message that the EU is preparing to hold an emergency meeting this morning." Ye Zhisheng received the cigarette handed over by Li Cunxun and did not ignite it in a hurry. "Before this, Westwood spoke to the hotline with the leaders of three other permanent members. At that time, we were under nuclear attack from Japan and the country was on a strategic alert."
Wang Yuanqing frowned slightly, his expression still seemed very calm.
“All signs indicate that the United States is taking action.”
"Will the United States take action?" Wang Yuanqing glanced at the two aides and said, "If I were in the position of the US president, I would also take action. According to our previous speculation, the probability of the US sending troops is almost zero, and the US's domestic environment and international situation are not allowed to send troops to war. Without sending troops, the United States can only provide assistance to Japan in two aspects: one is to provide war materials, and the other is to put diplomatic pressure on us. The Military Intelligence Bureau has provided an assessment report. It is difficult for the United States to transport war materials to Japan, and we have also taken corresponding measures. After defeating the Japanese Air Force and seizing air supremacy, we will implement a strategic blockade of Japan, draw out the war areas of war, and publish a list of embargoed materials. Although this will have a great impact on our diplomatic work, we are fighting a war of aggression and counterattack. We have reason to block Japan. Even if other countries are dissatisfied, we will not compete with us on this issue. The key question is, in what way will the United States exert diplomatic pressure on us?"
Ye Zhisheng sighed and said, "The actions of the United States are determined by its purpose. First, we must understand the purpose of the United States."
"No need to guess this, the United States' goal is to weaken us." Wang Yuanqing smiled coldly and said, "Of course, there are many ways to weaken our country's national strength through war, vilify our international image, promote the threat of our expansion actions to the stability of neighboring countries and the world, make a big fuss on humanitarian issues, join forces with other countries to deal with us, etc.."
"I don't think the United States will act on just one side."
Yuan Qing nodded slightly and signaled Li Cunxun to continue talking.
Ye Zhisheng frowned slightly and looked at Li Cunxun.
"The United States will definitely provide strategic supplies to Japan, and even transport weapons and equipment to Japan under the banner of 'humanitarian aid'." Li Cunxun destroyed the cigarette butts and said. "In this case, it is easy to have conflicts with the United States. For example, American nationality or American flag ships traveling to Japan. Will we intercept and verify them? If action is taken, will the United States send escorts to protect the fleets to Japan? We can only take different treatment methods. It is not prohibited to transport humanitarian aid materials to Japan and the imperial military supplies to Japan. The Military Intelligence Bureau will do its best to collect intelligence and provide support for the interception operation. As long as it can grasp the handle of the United States, it can prevent the United States from transporting military supplies to Japan. Let the United States have some concerns in military aid."
Wang Yuanqing nodded. Li Cunxun not only raised the problem, but also proposed solutions to the problem.
"The propaganda needs to respond actively." Li Cunxun picked up another cigarette and said, "The Head of State is right. The United States will definitely take this opportunity to vilify our country's international image and promote it as an aggressive country. Before that, we have made sufficient preparations to launch a war in the name of aggression and counterattack. The first place to launch an aggression is not us. It is Japan. Morality is on our side. As long as we use the chips in our hands reasonably, we can collapse the US local public opinion offensive. Of course, we cannot show our trump card immediately. It is best to adopt the "post-attack" strategy. Let the United States take action first and show its ace at a critical moment. The pressure on the US local public opinion will be broken without attacking!"
Wang Yuanqing smiled slightly and agreed with Li Cunxun's suggestion again.
"Does our country pose a threat to the stability of neighboring countries and the world? This problem is not serious. As long as we make a breakthrough in the South Asia issue, the US's remarks will lose its foundation. At that time, no matter where the trouble goes, the truth will be with us." Li Cunxun lit a cigarette at this time, took a few sips, and said, "There is only one thing that we must be prepared for, that is, the United States and other forces put pressure on our country."
Wang Yuanqing nodded again, indicating that he understood what Li Cunxun meant.
"Mainly Europe." Ye Zhisheng couldn't help but say, "Our sending troops to regain Taiwan will definitely affect the attitude of European countries towards this war. Over the years, our relationship with European countries has been tepid. Europe needs our technology, and we need Europe to restrain the United States. In the past few years, due to civil issues, my country and the European Union have had many conflicts. The United States will definitely use these factors to go to Europe to take advantage of these factors and seek refuge with Europe.
It is also more inclined to the United States. As long as France and Germany agree, the EU will stand on the side of the United States.”
"The United States is only an inevitable result to win over the EU. I think we must be more careful about Russia."
"Russia?" Ye Zhisheng glanced at Li Cunxun.
Wang Yuanqing frowned slightly and looked at Li Cunxun.
"On the surface, because of the existence of the United States, we have common interests with Russia." Li Cunxun destroyed the cigarette butts, sighed, "But common interests cannot cover up the contradiction between us and Russia. Civil conflicts are still small problems and can be resolved through diplomatic means. As our country consolidates its surrounding areas, the contradiction between us and Russia has become more and more obvious. On India, Russia has been secretly supporting India, hoping to use our influence to restore its influence in India. As the United States enters a period of strategic contraction, Mongolia's diplomatic tendencies have also had a great impact on our relations with Russia. After the United States withdraws troops from Afghanistan, Central Asian countries have been hovering between us and Russia, which has also had a very great impact on our relations with Russia. More importantly, as we step by step resolve historical problems, especially on the issue of southern Tibet, it will inevitably make Russia pay more attention to its Far East."
"That is, Russia does not want China to dominate the international situation."
Li Cunxun nodded and said, "My economic strength has exceeded that of the United States, and Russia's comprehensive national strength is less than one-fifth of our country. Under this circumstance, the stronger we are, the more serious Russia's concerns are. After the outbreak of the South Asian crisis, Russia actively stepped forward to mediate, not to eliminate the threat of war, but to take this opportunity to win over India. Although Russia will not go to our opposite in the short term, Russia will not support us, and may even turn to the United States, use the United States to suppress us and realize its national interests."
Wang Yuanqing nodded and said, "It is true that Japan's defeat in the war will intensify the conflict between us and Russia."
"Russia will also be worried that it will stimulate our nationalist sentiment." Li Cunxun smiled bitterly and said, "We have too many historical problems with Russia. If the nationalist sentiment in our country is raised, Russia will feel a personal threat. After the war broke out, Russia has quietly adjusted its military deployment in the Far East. Since last year, Russia has issued a number of laws and administrative regulations that restrict the entry of our people. All signs indicate that Russia is very worried that we will take extreme measures on historical issues."
"I'm afraid, Russia is even more at ease now."
Li Cunxun frowned slightly, and Ye Zhisheng looked over.
"The combat capability of their 'national strategic defense system' has been proven. If Russia believes that the nuclear weapons it relies on for survival are set up and even become time bombs for self-destruction, Russia may believe that we will deal with them like Japan when the time is right.
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“This possibility cannot be ruled out either.”
"We can see it, and the United States can see it." Wang Yuanqing sighed and said, "Xiao Li is right. The United States will definitely join forces with Europe and Russia to put pressure on us. Fortunately, we are ready. It is difficult for us to have an impact on the EU, so we should try our best to stabilize Russia."
"The Prime Minister needs to spend more time."
Wang Yuanqing nodded and said, "I will contact the Prime Minister as soon as possible and let him meet with the Russian President as soon as possible. Europe cannot relax, so that Yan Shanglong can try his best to stabilize the EU and at least gain more time."
"It's better to talk to the leaders of several important countries directly to show our attitude."
Wang Yuanqing smiled faintly and said, "I will deal with it as soon as possible. The key is combat operations, especially intelligence gathering work against the US's possible military aid to Japan. Without the US leadership, the EU and Russia will not attack us. If the US can shut up, our situation will be much more relaxed."
Li Cunxun nodded and said nothing.
"Xiao Ye, how is the war mobilization work going?"
"It is underway as planned. All major military manufacturers have received production orders, and the State Council is adjusting the resource allocation. Preparations for recruitment of retired soldiers are about to be completed. The first thing to recruit retired fighter pilots is to be recruited. The recruitment of other combat personnel is determined by the development of the battle situation. There is no need to expand the scale of recruitment for the time being."
"You use more snacks in this matter. Now that the Prime Minister is not in China, you have to be responsible for a lot of work."
Ye Zhisheng nodded and agreed. He knew that this was the training opportunity Wang Yuanqing gave him.
"That's it. You guys go back and work hard first, and then discuss countermeasures after you figure out the situation."
After seeing off the Minister of National Defense and the Director of Military Intelligence, Wang Yuanqing asked Jiao Bashan to contact Zong Yingren and Yan Shanglong, and then contacted the Secretariat of the Head of State and called the Kremlin's hotline. (To be continued,)
Chapter completed!