Chapter 1567 Moscow Storm (first update, please subscribe)
Moscow, Lubyanka Square, formerly known as Dzerzhinsky Square. For decades there stood a statue of the iron-fisted Dzerzhinsky, the founder of the machine's predecessor, the Cheka. Behind the square stands the dark gray and ocher building known as the center of Moscow and the headquarters of the KGB.
On this day, a black "Zhiguli" car with a special pass drove into Lubyanka Square and into the former All-Russian Insurance Building. After the car stopped in the courtyard, the messenger immediately went upstairs.
Ten minutes later, before hanging up the phone, Xie Lieping said:
"Okay, I will report this news personally to the Kremlin, yes, I will report it personally, um, yes."
It was a call from Lubyanka, and the reason Shelepin told Semichasny that he would report it personally was because he needed a reminder.
We need to use this information to remind Brezhnev of the power he holds in his hands.
As a participant in last year's positive change, although he was not a big winner, he still gained a lot. Not only did he further consolidate his status as a giant, but he also gathered around them a group of energetic, capable and loyal people. people. Young people from the government to the army liked him. As a result, he promoted a large number of young cronies and further strengthened his power.
Of course, the most important of the various departments under his control is the KGB. After all, it controls everything in Moscow, including the Kremlin. For example, the security of the Kremlin is handled by the Ninth Bureau.
Some people always need to be reminded at the right time.
After thinking about it, Xie Lieping told his secretary:
"Prepare the car and go to the Kremlin."
With that, Shelepin stood up and left, thinking to himself as the car drove on to the Kremlin.
"I need to remind him!"
The reason why Shelepin had such an idea was because when he was seeing off Khrushchev that night, Khrushchev came over and shook hands with everyone one by one. When he came to Serepin, he said to him:
"They will do the same to you, maybe even worse..."
It was also from then on that there was a gap between Shelepin and Brezhnev. He needed to remind the other party of the power he possessed in a timely manner.
"It's just a transitional period of a few years..."
Xie Lieping was thinking like this in his heart,
Brezhnev was just a transitional figure.
Everyone in Moscow and the union republics believed that Brezhnev was regarded as a weak and temporary leader, and what the country needed was a strong figure. Therefore, people believed that Brezhnev was The husband will have to give way to a more powerful leader - Shelepin.
The same is true of Shelepin's view of Brezhnev.
In his opinion, Brezhnev was at best a state-level cadre, not a leader of a big country. He is simple-minded, has no ability to summarize two or three views, and has very little theoretical knowledge. All speeches need to be written in advance by others.
"Just be patient for a few more years!"
While Shelepin was thinking this, the GIS car had already entered the Kremlin. Soon, Shelepin entered Brezhnev's office. As soon as he saw Shelepin, Brezhnev seemed very enthusiastic and said:
"Dear Shurick, why are you here at this time? What can I do?"
"Yes, Ilyich, the KGB has obtained information from the United States,"
Why didn’t Lubyanka come over to report the intelligence the KGB obtained from the United States? When will it be the turn of a big shot like you to report such a trivial matter in person?
Brezhnev looked at Shelepin and immediately understood why, he was beating himself up! So he said quietly;
"Really? What information is it? Is it important?"
"Yes, Ilyich,"
Xie Lieping took out the report, handed it over, and said:
"Our informant in the U.S. Pentagon obtained a piece of SEA intelligence. They plan to carry out long-range strikes on Ethiopia's Free Army training camps and Ethiopian arms factories. Ilyich, they are going to use Tomahawk missiles."
"How dare they do this!"
Brezhnev picked up the report with some excitement and said:
"Don't they know that Ethiopia is our ally?"
Brezhnev seemed excited, but in fact his heart was not focused on the content of the report at all. When he looked at the report, the only thing he thought about was that question.
Xie Leping’s demonstration!
Of course this is a demonstration!
Originally, the KGB reported intelligence matters directly to the Kremlin, but now?
But he reported it to Xie Lieping first, and then he reported it to himself.
what does that mean?
It means that the Kremlin has become deaf and blind!
After all, the KGB is the eyes and ears of the First Secretary! Two years ago, when they were planning that operation, they tried their best to convince Khrushchev that the country was very stable.
From politics to production, to various fields, they even created some problems through some methods to undermine Khrushchev's prestige.
Although Brezhnev did not know the term information cocoon, he had this understanding. Last time they cut off Khrushchev's sources of information.
And now, that's what Xie Leping is doing!
Xie Lieping, this guy is really annoying!
Now, in Moscow and throughout the Soviet Union, all the young men are proudly announcing: Our "strongman Shurik" is growing up and he will replace Brezhnev. Rumors spread in Moscow that Shelepin and his friends had formed a shadow cabinet and allocated positions.
What should he do in the face of such an ambitious guy?
Various thoughts flashed through Brezhnev's mind, but on the surface he said in an excited tone:
"Send our warships to warn them that we must stop their attack on Ethiopia, we must do this!"
At this time, his excitement fell in Shelepin's eyes, which was simply not normal. Although Ethiopia's farms have always been regarded as Khrushchev's credit, the actual operations were all done by Brezhnev. Since he came to power, , this credit naturally returns to his master.
Even for this reason, Brezhnev specifically hinted to others at the meeting that he had made great contributions to the Soviet Union. Logically speaking, he should be awarded the Hero of the Soviet Union... The "Hero of the Soviet Union" medal is only awarded to those who have served the Soviet Union militarily. People who have made great contributions to the country and society.
Well, he felt that he was qualified. After all, with his efforts, the Soviet Union obtained a huge overseas farm.
Such great achievements have never been achieved by others in the past.
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Of course, Shelepin did not stop him from this idea. He would even promote it. After all, the more this happened, the more others would look down on him.
With this thought in mind, and listening to what Brezhnev said, Shelepin reminded:
"If we act extremely tough, then we are likely to have a direct conflict with them there.
Ilyich, we have to take this into account. ”
“But if we don’t do this, what will our friends in Ethiopia think of us?”
Brezhnev's rhetorical question was unexpected by Shelepin. This was a normal reaction for everyone, and he followed suit.
"If Ethiopia is still attacked by air strikes despite our strong response. Then how should we deal with this matter then?"
Shelepin's visit caused Brezhnev to fall into silence. Looking at Shelepin silently, he sighed helplessly and said.
"Oh, why do you think these things are so difficult? Really, these things are far beyond my ability to handle.
I really don't know how to handle this. Shurick, how do you think we should handle this? ”
Once again Brezhnev used his best method to tell everyone that my abilities are very limited.
Yes, this is the fundamental reason why they chose Brezhnev to sit on this stage, because he is weak, because he has soft ears, and because he has no ability.
People like this are the easiest to manipulate.
However, when Shelepin and the others chose Brezhnev, they now overlooked one point - no one in this world would be willing to be a puppet, and the same was true for Brezhnev, even now, in his It seems that Ethiopia is far less important than Shelepin's "demonstration" today.
In Brezhnev's mind, Shelepin's actions today were undoubtedly telling him that he didn't take himself to heart at all. What should he do with such a guy?
"I think it's an opportunity for us, an opportunity to strengthen Ethiopia's reliance on us, and now Mengistu seems to have some dissatisfaction with us and he thinks the trade with us is unfair, and of course, this and The instigation of some countries is directly related, and some countries are trying to win him over through aid and other methods.”
This is the reality of Africa during the Cold War - as long as a country wants to, it can move between several major powers and gain benefits from each major power. If it is not too extreme, it may even benefit from the United States and the Soviet Union at the same time. , these are also the golden years for small countries. They even only need to stand beside some big countries at the right time and make some noise, and they can get corresponding rewards.
Just like Gambia, a powerful country in the universe, it can defeat the Soviet Union in three days and the United States in five days. In short, as long as they give enough money and are willing to add more money, those African countries can always use their talents of being the best at talking and talking.
Shelepin looked at Brezhnev who had no idea, and sneered in his heart - That's it! Is he worthy? Although he was sneering in his heart, he still said calmly on the surface:
“So, I think we should not stop them beforehand, but strengthen them afterward. After all, through such a blow, we can remind Mengistu that no one can protect him except us! ”
"Since you think it's okay, then do as you say!"
Because he didn't care how to deal with this matter, after Shelepin made his decision, Brezhnev naturally raised his hands in approval. After Shelepin left his office, Brezhnev's expression kept changing there. by
"This guy is getting more and more impatient! What does he want to do?"
Soon, Chernenko of the Central General Affairs Department walked in.
(End of chapter)