Chapter 1305 We want to save the world (first update, please subscribe)
After Kennedy’s speech, no, it should be said to be an ultimatum!
The eyes of the whole world are turned to the waters of Cuba.
At this time, the Caribbean Sea was sunny and calm, and in the waters around Cuba, hundreds of U.S. Navy ships fanned out. In Florida, the U.S. invasion force was ready to invade Cuba at any time.
On the other side, the United States and the Soviet Union made harsh words to each other. The United States "isolated" and the Soviet Union mobilized!
Their actions made the whole world agitated, and war seemed to be about to break out at any time.
In this case, European countries, which may be affected at any time, will of course take a stand.
The United Kingdom first expressed its stance, accusing the Soviet Union of putting the world at risk by taking risks, and at the same time announced that the army was on combat readiness. As in the past, Britain is one of the important allies that actively supports the United States. At the beginning of the crisis, British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan advocated and suggested that the United States quickly occupy Cuba and solve the problem once and for all. It must be said that the British Empire is still very clear. What should be done about some problems.
In contrast, France was simply ignored.
Unlike Britain and Nanyang, which got the news immediately, France was always excluded.
It was not until a few hours before Kennedy delivered a nationally televised speech on the Cuban Missile Crisis that former Secretary of State Acheson was sent to Western Europe as the presidential envoy to inform French President de Gaulle and German Chancellor Adenauer of the Soviet Union's deployment of missile bases in Cuba.
The first thing de Gaulle said when he met Acheson was, are you here to inform me of the President of the United States’ decision, or are you here to ask me what decision the President of the United States should make. Acheson replied, I am here to inform you of the President of the United States' decision.
De Gaulle didn't say much more. The other party's answer already showed everything - the United States will not consider the interests of France.
During the entire Cuban Missile Crisis, France waited quietly and did not take any steps to mediate.
Because even mediation is meaningless!
This is not the first time that the United States has taken unilateral actions regardless of the opinions of its Western European allies.
"Obviously, the French and West Germany are worried that US policies will trigger a war due to miscalculation, and now the "Cuban Missile Crisis" has pushed back the feeling of "people are cut off from each other and we are fish and meat" in Western European countries. To the extreme. France’s accusations and criticisms of the United States are to demonstrate its independence. In other words, it is to increase its own status. "
In the office of Daming Palace, Li Yian said. He easily commented on the statements of Germany and France.
The photos provided by the reconnaissance satellite gave him enough confidence. Even if the Soviets lack confidence, there is nothing to be afraid of!
Then Li Yian asked:
"So far, no country is willing to mediate?"
"The British position is to support the United States, while France...De Gaulle criticized the United States more than he supported it!"
Faced with your inquiry, Li Guoren replied.
“Oh, it seems that De Gaulle is planning to become an “outsider neutral”!”
Li Yian said casually:
"Okay, let the Europeans be afraid for a few more days!"
Why are they afraid? Because, with the popularization of science by ABC and other news media, public opinion is discussing a new topic-nuclear winter.
Under Li Yian's personal writing, an article "The Atmosphere after Nuclear War: Dark Noon" was published. The article puts forward the theory of "nuclear winter": if 1,000 nuclear weapons are detonated, especially if nuclear weapons are used against flammable targets such as cities, a large amount of smoke and dust will enter the earth's atmosphere, resulting in very cold weather.
The article even asserts that the last ice age was caused by a phenomenon similar to "nuclear winter" caused by meteorites impacting the earth.
The Ice Age caused the extinction of the dinosaurs.
So will the ice age brought about by "nuclear winter" lead to the extinction of mankind?
Once this theory was launched, it frightened the already panic-stricken human beings. Originally, they were just thinking about taking refuge, but they never thought that there would be greater harm behind them.
Then people began to discuss nuclear winter, and of course how people should survive under nuclear winter conditions!
Finally, scientists pointed out a direction - the equator!
Only warm countries near the equator can survive the "Ice Age", but the various dangers after the collapse of order must also be considered.
In fact, this is pointing out a way for the capital of European and American countries - come on, come to Nanyang. Only Nanyang can allow you to survive a nuclear war and continue to live after the war - not only is it located on the warm equator.
Moreover, there is good order here. As for the countries within the equatorial range, anyone who knows a little bit can realize that compared with those unstable developing countries, as a developed country, A member's Nanyang is more likely to maintain its order from collapse under war conditions.
Amidst the turmoil around the world, Nanyang seems to have become a paradise... This is just the self-righteousness that the outside world takes for granted, with the filter of survival.
Like other countries, Nanyang is inevitably involved.
As for the "Cuban Missile Crisis", perhaps because of the distance, the reactions of Southeast Asians and Europeans are completely different. A considerable number of people in Europe think that the United States is making a fuss out of a molehill, and even think that it is interfering. Cuban sovereignty, after all, Cuba is an independent country. There are also many people who believe that the incident was caused by the bases deployed by the United States near the Soviet Union.
This is not to say that Europeans in this era are sober, but mainly because less than 20 years after the end of the war, they know very well what the consequences will be if the United States and the Soviet Union fight over Cuba.
Nuclear winter?
Most of them will not survive the nuclear winter and will turn to ashes directly in the nuclear flames!
So, compared to the security of the United States, they are more concerned about whether they can survive. In fact, this is human nature. Why should we, Europe, sacrifice ourselves for the security of you Americans?
However, in comparison, Nanyang people appear to be much more "fair". Most Nanyang people believe that the United States has the right to set double standards for its own security - for no other reason than Nanyang also has the Soviet Union next to it. of allies.
The Soviet Union is indeed far away, but Jakarta is very close.
What if the Soviets deploy missiles there? What will happen in Nanyang?
Of course, kill him directly.
So, Nanyang people are still very realistic.
Of course, precisely because of reality, Nanyang people are also worried about the outbreak of war. Otherwise, every household would not start digging deep holes there to prepare for the eventuality.
Therefore, the vast majority of Nanyang people generally believe that the United States and the Soviet Union should have a good talk as much as possible.
Harmony is the most precious thing in everything!
Everyone is happy, eating hot pot and singing!
When the "Cuban Missile Crisis" intensifies, it is impossible for Nanyang to stay aloof. On October 26, reconnaissance satellites discovered a fuel refueling truck near a Soviet missile silo, and the U.S. intercontinental missiles were also on emergency standby for launch.
Li Yian realized that he needed to stand up and express his attitude.
At seven o'clock that evening, Li Nian gave a televised speech. In his speech, he first stated that he did not believe that a nuclear war would break out.
At the same time, he also stated Nanyang’s position:
“Nanyang’s policy is to stand firmly on the side of the United States and make every effort to resolve this crisis.”
In such a public speech As the most special ally of the United States in Asia, it is impossible for Li Yian to say that he is independent. Even if he thinks so, he cannot say so.
At the same time, Li Yian directly used the words most understandable to the Soviet Union and shouted to the Soviet Union:
"The Soviet Union must understand a realistic problem-Nanyang also has nuclear weapons. If this crisis continues to worsen, , and the Soviet Union insists on choosing risky behavior, then I am personally very shocked by Moscow’s courage. After all, the position of the free world is unanimous at this critical moment and will not waver or split.”
This is a threat. ?
It is!
After all, force is the behavior they can best understand in Soviet logic. And Li Yi'an not only mentioned Nanyang, but also the free world, reminding the Soviet Union that they are not just facing the United States now.
"Nanyang's nuclear forces, like the United States and the Soviet Union, are also on standby. Their presence is enough to keep any adventurer calm.
And Nanyang's position is the same now and in the future. Solve the crisis through peaceful means, and are willing to provide all possible help to resolve this crisis peacefully.”
In fact, the reason why I made this speech was not to stand up for the United States, just like. Just as de Gaulle accused the United States in the incident, he was not just trying to show France's independence. He even harbored some kind of "extravagant hope" - the extravagant hope of staying out of the war.
This is a typical Frenchman. The last time Pétain surrendered, this time, De Gaulle just changed his way of "surrender".
As for Li Yian's speech, he appeared to be standing up for the United States, but in fact he was getting rid of his status as a junior partner.
After World War II, with the economic and military dominance of the United States, the relationship between the United States and countries including the United Kingdom and France seemed to be allies on the surface, but in fact, they had long since transformed into a superpower and a group of small partners. Even the United Kingdom, one of the three giants in World War II, has become one of the United States' many small partners.
France, not content with this status, maintained its "great power dignity" by emphasizing its independence and jumping left and right. As for the United Kingdom, it simply knelt down.
But in this history, Britain has not yet fallen from its position as a world power. It is still a big country with certain strength. As for France, it is still like a bear.
But, what role will Nanyang play in the future!
Is this character a companion or an ally?
In another world, during the entire "Cuban Missile Crisis", no third country came forward to mediate.
Because those who have the strength support the United States, while those who have no strength stand aside and watch indifferently.
Now, the world needs a powerful country to mediate!
And this powerful country will definitely not be a junior partner of the United States, but an equal partner!
“Now both the United States and the Soviet Union need third-party countries to speak out and give the two countries a step down. At this time, giving the United States and the Soviet Union a step down is the best way to solve the problem.”
Of course, it is also the best choice to control the crisis within a controllable range. After all, Li Yian is not sure whether the Kennedy brothers will stud, nor is he sure whether the Soviet Union will keep up.
While expressing his agreement, Li Guoren asked:
"What you said is true. This is indeed the best choice to end the crisis. If possible, I can be your special envoy. Visit Moscow!”
The reason for visiting Moscow is that theoretically, the United States now has the advantage. In contrast, it seems that the Soviet Union needs this step more. This is true, after all, compared to the US's use of extreme pressure from blockade to threats. The Soviet Union could only choose between a nuclear strike or evacuation missiles.
With less strength than others, naturally there is no lack of flexibility in choices.
Diplomatic mediation must make the weak give in first.
"No, I'll go in person!"
Li Yian paused for a moment and said:
"Go to Moscow first, and just use the phone to communicate with Washington!" If successful, it will greatly add points to Nanyang in the diplomatic field. Not only that, it will also make the world understand that the world is in a state of change that has not happened in a thousand years, and the United States and the Soviet Union may turn the Cold War into a hot war at any time. In a dangerous situation, the people of the world need a major country that is independent from the United States and the Soviet Union and has influence on the two countries to mediate to prevent the world from ending. "
This is it! Why does Li Nian regard the "Cuban Missile Crisis" as the "last window period" for Nanyang to join the UN Security Council? Because the world really needs a country with special influence as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, especially after the crisis.
Li Guoren almost immediately objected loudly:
"But Your Excellency, the whole world is in such a crisis now. You went to Moscow. If an accident occurs, then who will preside over the overall situation in Nanyang?"
Now the heads of state and dignitaries of European countries have basically transformed into "bunker boys", preparing to lead the post-war reconstruction of their people in the "post-crisis era". How can you take risks at this time? Woolen cloth?
“I have to go, this is related to the future of Nanyang,”
Li Yi’an said:
"Nanyang needs influence from Moscow, and it also needs influence from Washington.
Nanyang in the future will play a role - in the eyes of Moscow, a country that has a certain influence on Washington, and in the eyes of Washington , a country that has a certain influence on Moscow!”
What is this country?
Isn’t it just another big country?
Whether it is a superpower or not, Li Yi'an doesn't know, but what is certain is that his influence will be unprecedented, and the United States and the Soviet Union must give Nanyang face.
Because... they all need to ensure that Nanyang and our side remain friendly!
“Only in this way, in the future confrontation between the United States and the Soviet Union, will they fully consider Nanyang’s opinions and interests instead of ignoring our interests! Moreover, people all over the world will see that we ——How to bring the world back from the brink of doom and save the world!"
Li Yian paused for a moment and said:
"So, now, it's our turn! Go and save the world, in the hands of the madmen in the United States and the Soviet Union, for the future of billions of people on earth!"
When he said these words, Li Yi'an spoke in a low voice, Even with a sense of compassion, I just feel an unprecedented mission lingering in my heart, and a great sense of responsibility!
(End of this chapter)