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"At 11 a.m. on July 12, 05, the Paramingchu Army, the de facto controller of the southern Lower Juba State, engaged in an armed clash and exchanged fire with Kenyan border guards on the Soken border, killing a total of 8 people and wounding 16 others. This is www.biquge.info the first exchange of fire in Somalia since the situation has calmed down for more than a year. At present, the causes of the armed conflict are unknown, and the reporter of this newspaper ......"

Early the next morning, the Nation, Somalia's largest newspaper, ran the front page of the news.

At the same time, the report was reprinted by major newspapers around the world. Some mainstream newspapers even called the exchange of fire between the Palamin Army and Kenyan border guards "the failure of the Somali Peace Conference, the arrogant protest of the warlord forces against the Somali peace conference in the Kenyan capital!" ”

In just one day, military enthusiasts and major departments from all over the world immediately set their eyes on East Africa.

Many countries have even mobilized intelligence agents from around Somalia to go deep into the Lower Juba region to investigate the circumstances of the firefight. Is it because the armed warlords in Somalia defy the efforts of countries to promote a peace conference in Somalia?

Not to mention the reaction caused by the exchange of fire between the Paramingchu Army and the Kenyan border guards, in Somalia it is like dropping a meteor on a calm lake. The violent waves were centered on the meteors in waves, rushing and scattering in all directions. On the morning of the 13th, all the armed forces and political parties in Somalia received information about the exchange of fire between the Paraminghao Army and the Kenyan border guards.

Non-political armed forces, which were already resistant to the Somali Peace Conference, as well as some anti-TNG (civilian political axe) groups, immediately convened high-level factional leaders to urgently discuss countermeasures. Many factional leaders privately issued orders to delegates who were in the Kenyan capital to participate in the Somali Peace Conference, which was led by the Provisional Political Axe and promoted by foreign forces. It was implied that these subordinates should not make any promises and should be perfunctory at the peace conference.

And they have a good reason to do so. After all, before that, every leading Somali power had participated in the peace conference. Even if some powerful bosses are dissatisfied or unwilling, no one is willing to make a bird. Now, however, a force has suddenly emerged in Somalia that dares to engage in armed conflict in Kenya. These bigwigs, who have always pursued the supremacy of force, how can they play tricks with peace of mind. Watching a tiger wreak havoc at home?

There are even some bigwigs who are secretly happy that the Paraminchu Army has caused a storm at such a time. With the emergence of the Paraminchu Army, other forces will naturally be able to find excuses.

Why is it that the Paramingchu Army can develop armed forces in the country and seize territory, while we are here to negotiate at your disposal? And the core of the negotiations is to let everyone give up their arms and form a so-called Somali Defense Force? A big man who is accustomed to a local emperor, you deprive him of his military power and let him go to the political axe to be a high-ranking official who is restricted everywhere?

Among these first-class forces, it was the Rahanwen Resistance Army and the Somali Patriotic Movement that were the first to respond. Because these two forces are closest to the Paramingchu army. In particular, the Somali Patriotic Movement has the longest 'demarcation line' with the Paramingchu Army. In the face of the sudden appearance of a grinning lion beside him, where did the Somali patriotic movement still have the heart to talk about a peace conference that would surrender weapons and disband?

At noon on the 13th, 1,000 men of the 1st Armed Brigade of the Somali Patriotic Movement left for the town of Karangale, 50 kilometers southwest of Kismayo City, to confront the 2nd Regiment of the Paraminghao Army, which was only 5 roads away. Not far behind, the Rahanwen Resistance Army rushed to the town of Shanglai with an armed regiment of 500 men to fight against the 4th Regiment of the Paramingchu Army.

The whole of southern Somalia has been on unprecedented tension in the wake of the actions of two first-class forces. For example, several small forces between the Rahanwen Resistance Army and the Palaminchu Army, upon learning of the actions of the Rahanwen Resistance Army, immediately reduced all their forces to the headquarters, opening up the buffer zone between the two forces. Let the two forces face each other.

Can't I hide if I can't be provoked? This is the thought of many small organization leaders. The leaders of some small organizations still have the idea of sitting on the mountain and watching the tiger's head, and if two tigers fight, one will be injured. Maybe you can pick up some bargains when the time comes.

Just when the outside world was turbulent, Colonel Hussein, who was the de facto ruler of the Paramingchu Army. Instead, he sat in a jeep and headed towards the station of the Fifth Regiment, where the armed conflict took place. In front of and behind the armed jeep, military transport trucks were speeding on dirt roads. Dust was flying on both sides of the road.

Hussein, who was sitting in the car with his eyes closed, couldn't help but think of the boss's serious face and unquestioning tone at yesterday's meeting.

"This time, the main purpose of sending you and the 1st Regiment to the border is to show Kenya our attitude. Soldiers and refugees who died in the crossfire must be compensated. You must be neither humble nor arrogant, and be polite and courteous. The difference weakened the momentum of the Ming Cooking Army. At some point, I will allow you to do something impulsive......"

Hussein's heart jumps at the thought of this. After he went back, he pondered all night before he realized what the boss was talking about as 'impulsive things'.

War!

Otherwise, where would the most elite forces of the Ming Cooking Army be used, and the first regiment would bring two battalions. If it weren't for the fact that the 1st Battalion was practicing tank driving and combat. Li Mo was reluctant to expose this armored force, and Li Mo would definitely let Hussein bring the first battalion with him.

The thought of a possible war with Kenya in the end made Hussein break out in a cold sweat. He has the ability to be ambitious. But it never occurred to me that there would be a war with other countries right now. At 11 o'clock in the morning of the 13th, Hussein rushed to the station of the Fifth Regiment with most of the First Regiment.

To the south of the 5th Regiment station, across a mountain pass, is the Kenyan border town of Ilkabere. And the place where the two sides are engaged in armed conflict is in the mountain pass ahead. One battalion of troops from each side was there to hold on.

As commander of the Fifth Regiment, Palmer remained unknown in the Ming Cooking Army. It was only after Hussein came to power that he was promoted to the position of commander of the fifth regiment. It can be said that Palmer belongs to Hussein's lineage. But there is no deep personal relationship between the two. It's just because they both know that the other party is not anyone's person, but an external member of the development of the Star Organization.

When Hussein came, he first listened to the reports of Palmer and the deputy chief of staff, who arrived yesterday. I have a clearer picture of the situation here.

In the aftermath of the armed conflict, Kenyan border guards on the opposite side have closed the border crossing between the two sides, and even Ilkabere has imposed martial law.

"According to intelligence, this morning the Kenya Eastern Military Region has urgently mobilized a mechanized infantry regiment from Garissa City to reinforce here. At the moment we do not know the strength of this infantry regiment, but it is known that this infantry regiment has at least ten or more armored vehicles. Moreover, a helicopter appeared over us this morning with the intention of detecting the deployment of our camp, and we were finally scared away! Palmer sat down in front of Hussein and reported the situation here, his tone full of concern.

After all, Kenya came to reinforce a mechanized infantry regiment with armored vehicles inside. In this kind of terrain with relatively flat terrain, the power of armored vehicles can be maximized. And the Ming Boiled Army, which only has heavy machine guns and bazookas, has a worrying future in the face of the menacing machine infantry regiment.

"Armored vehicles? Infantry fighting vehicle or armored transporter? If it's an infantry fighting vehicle, it's a bit of a problem. Hussein frowned and muttered to himself.

Armoured transporters are also close to armoured transporters, and their main role is to transport infantry, supplies and supplies. Low protection and weak combat capabilities. But infantry fighting vehicles are different. The word "one tank" shows that it is different from a transporter. Infantry fighting vehicles were born to fight. The protection ability is strong, and the cannon on it is definitely a big killer weapon for the Ming Cook Army without anti-armor weapons.

"Palmer, you immediately have someone find out if those armored vehicles are transports or infantry fighting vehicles. I'll report it to my superiors right away! Hussein knew that now was not the time to do something. If a war breaks out accidentally, the Ming Cook Army, which does not have effective anti-armor capabilities, will definitely suffer heavy losses. At that time, he, a powerful figure in the Ming Boiling Army, will not be able to bear this responsibility.

At this moment, Hussein looked forward more to the tanks of a regiment and a battalion. If the first battalion becomes a tank battalion worthy of the name. Why be so nervous and worried? No matter how powerful an infantry fighting vehicle is, when it encounters a more powerful tank unit, it will be an egg hitting a stone.

Palmer followed Hussein's orders to order the scouts belonging to the 5th Regiment to Kenya to reconnoiter the details of this infantry regiment. Hussein naturally reported the news to Li Mo.

Li Mo, who got the news, couldn't help but be surprised. His original intention was to make the Kenyan political axe retreat. I don't think they're going to react violently to this kind of thing anymore. While it is somewhat difficult to get the Kenyan side to compensate these soldiers and refugees, it is not impossible. But now Kenya has sent a mechanized infantry regiment to the border, and it is menacing. Could it be that Kenya intends to provoke a war? Or they want to use strong force to deter the Ming Cook Army. To achieve certain purposes?

Li Mo didn't expect that his guess would not be far away, although it was not true.

Since 1991, when Kenya ended its one-party government and changed to a multi-party system, there have been disputes between political parties in Kenya. In particular, the long-term ruling 'Kenya African National Union' has led to corruption during its time in power, which has made other parties dissatisfied. Finally, in '02, it led to the formation of the 'National Rainbow Alliance', which was formed by 14 opposition parties. And won the 02 general election, and the 'Kenya African National Union', which still holds the presidency after the implementation of the multi-party system, will be dismissed. Kibaki was elected President of Kenya.

Because the most powerful 'Kenya African National Union, hereinafter referred to as the Kenyan League', was pulled out of power. The National Rainbow Alliance, which has become the ruling party, does not dare to be careless in the slightest. In addition to vigorously fighting corruption and economic crimes, it is also constantly on guard against KNM's attacks.

This time, after all, Soken is armed in an armed conflict, and in a short period of time, under the propaganda of certain forces, it is well known in Kenya. The Kenmeng, who had always been unwilling, immediately jumped out and trumpeted that they would retaliate against the Paramingchu army. Inciting mass demonstrations in the name of the dignity of the country. It puts great pressure on the ruling party.

After urgent deliberations at the Kenyan Cabinet meeting, it was decided to take a hard line on the matter. We must not lose the support of the people because of weakness. The Minister of State for Provincial Administration and National Security of the Presidency, Mulun Garu, said at the meeting that the armed conflict may be an opportunity to move forward and expedite the Somali peace conference. This paramelite army can be used as an example to deter the warlords in Somalia.

Mulungaru's words were unanimously endorsed by cabinet members. Eventually, President Kibaki gave him the authority to deal with all aspects of the armed conflict.

(To be continued)