PS: When I came back from work today, I ate a fried rice noodle, and I didn't cook the soup, so I got cold and boiled water. As a result, my stomach began to make a fuss, and I endured the code to finish this chapter and hurriedly uploaded it.

Now I just hope that the stomach and intestines will not become inflamed, otherwise it will be a tragedy.

Also, the old book has been blocked and cannot be found for the time being.

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The Somali Free Alliance's satellite launches for three consecutive days have attracted countless attention from all over the country, and no country will choose to launch satellites every other day, and it has launched satellites three times for three consecutive days, which is very rare.

The main attraction is not the frequent launches, but the three days to send 18 artificial satellites into space, which are divided into three orbits, medium, high and low, and even three in geosynchronous orbits. This alone is enough for the Somali Free Alliance to instantly squeeze into the club of Shijie's air and space powers. Because not every country can send satellites to geosynchronous orbit with one rocket and more than one satellite, because this is too demanding for launch vehicles.

And the Free Alliance of Somalia has done it, and no matter what other countries have seen Somalia in the past, Somalia has a certain international voice on this basis.

However, just when the whole Shijie was speculating about whether Somalia continued to plan to launch satellites, the much-watched Somali Free Alliance once again broke the news.

Due to the miscarriage of the Somali reunification peace talks, Shijie is also very concerned about the situation of Somalia reunification with the help of the satellite launch incident. Even the United States, which is still licking its wounds, has spoken out to express its concern. In terms of practical actions, in order to earnestly implement the statement of the United States. The U.S. Secretary of the Navy also announced that at least one aircraft carrier battle group would be mobilized to the Indian Ocean. If this move does come to fruition, then the United States will be in Africa. There will be three aircraft carrier battle groups.

This is about the same number of aircraft carrier battle groups dispatched by the United States when it attacked Iraq, but this is not the only action of the US Navy Department, and on the same day, the US Navy Department also announced that it will strengthen its submarine capabilities in the Indian Ocean, and does not rule out the possibility of sending ballistic missile nuclear submarines.

After this move by the United States, everyone seems to have seen the prelude to the United States suddenly making a big move.

Just when everyone thought that the Somali Free Alliance should admit intimidation, the reality was quite the opposite. Far from being intimidated, the Somali Free Alliance is more passionate.

Three days after the satellite incident, the Somali Free Alliance released a very firm message: "In order to allow more Somalis to enjoy fair and just treatment, and to ensure that every Somali can enjoy a peaceful life, so that all people will no longer be plagued by hunger and poverty." We will never waver in our determination to reunify Somalia, nor will we give in to the tyrannical hegemonism, and anyone who stands in the way of the great cause of Somali reunification will be the common enemy of our Somalis. It is our determination and will to give in to such words. It will never happen to us. At the same time, we also advise certain countries and Shili to earnestly fulfill the image of a great power and not be deceived by immediate interests. Cause trouble. ”

This remark of the Somali Free Alliance can be described as extremely arrogant, and the spearhead is directly aimed at the big countries. Several countries are qualified to shout such remarks. Full shijie. There are only five truly recognized powers.

This remark spread all over Shijie in an instant. The instant caused a huge repercussion, and there is no need to say it at all, and anyone with a discerning eye can see that this is a strong response of the Somali Free Alliance to the US military dynamics. The feeling of the tip of the needle to the wheat mang.

At the same time, many people have pinched a cold sweat for Somalia, and today's United States is not the United States in normal times, but a bull that has become angry. Isn't this looking for death? Of course, there are also many people who admire the courage of the small Shili of the Somali Free Alliance, and it really takes enough courage to say such things.

However, some people think that the Somali Free Alliance is a show, and they are either fools or crazy people anyway. Because in the eyes of the vast majority of people, Somalia and the United States are like grasshoppers shaking trees.

While everyone was speculating whether the United States was going to make all the moves, the United States remained silent, but in terms of military preparations, it seemed to be speeding up.

The Somali Free Alliance, which thought it would also make a little move, was silent at this time in line with the United States. The media and public opinion of Quan Shijie instantly give people a feeling that they don't know how to start. Everyone is waiting to see who will strike first. And as the other protagonist of this matter, whether it is the current Somali government or other tribes Shili, Somaliland and Puntland, etc., are actively filtered out and treated as air. Few people care about how these people feel.

Because they don't have the capital to get the attention of the whole shijie, over the years, Somalia has been in turmoil, and it's not because of these shili that they are tilting each other. For more than 20 years, the situation has not changed in the slightest, but it has only made Somalia more volatile.

As an emerging Shili in Somalia, the approach of the Freedom Alliance has been recognized and approved by many countries, not only because of the satellite launch incident, but also because of the Freedom Alliance's orderly governance of the territory, directly benefiting five million Somalis. This kind of scene has never appeared on other shili.

In the military sphere, the fact that the Liberal Alliance defeated the Ethiopian army two years ago is enough to make a difference. After all, Ethiopia's influence in this part of North Africa is still huge. Such a regional "powerhouse" has lost a lot of face in front of Shili in one place, and the only two branches of the armed forces, the air force and the army, have been lost in Somalia. This is the strength of the Liberal Alliance.

But when it comes to the confrontation between the Liberal Alliance and the United States, no one is optimistic, and what they are talking about is that the Liberal Alliance will be able to hold out for a few days. This is true of both the United States and experts in Europe and the United States, as well as the media and commentators in Shijie. And the Somali local shili and the so-called nominal government, which is even more unlawful, are naturally forgotten.

But. There are also many people who are curious, the Freedom Alliance can't be a fool here. If one is stupid, is it possible that a group of people are all stupid? But no matter what you think. I can't think of any capital for the Freedom Alliance.

As a last resort, everyone turned their attention to China and Russia. Perhaps with the support of this country, the Somali Free Alliance has such confidence!

However, neither China nor Russia has given a clear answer.

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On the beach north of the base, in the small cabin where Casin was received.

In the past few days, perhaps because of the condensation of war clouds, Li Lan will come here to fish when he has time to cultivate his mood. Feel the feeling of the sky and the sea. I also like to put things here to talk, because it's easy to calm people's minds here.

In the same place, in the same weather, Li Lan was present, but this time the object of conversation was changed, and it was replaced by an "old friend", the representative of Russian President Putin, the Russian man with thick eyebrows and big eyes and a full beard -- Iganovich.

However, today this Russian big man came over. I didn't come to help Li Lan, but to persuade him.

"Mr. Li, I have come to consult with you on behalf of our president's attitude, just in the hope that you can take a step back. You are also well aware. The United States has suffered a great blow recently, and it has long been in a state of rage, and it is time to find someone to vent its anger. We, the President, advise Your Excellency. Don't confront the United States at this time, that won't do you any good. The game of great powers is the same as politics. It takes a lot of patience, sometimes decades of hard work. to finally see flowering and fruiting. ”

As soon as Ivanovic came over, he kept persuading: "Once the United States starts a war against Somalia, it will be a fatal blow to your previous efforts and efforts, and this family business that has been developed with great difficulty will also be ruined." You Chinese have a saying, endure the calm for a while, take a step back and open the sky. I know you're young and full of blood, but you can't have the slightest impulse in this kind of thing. After all, your existence is at stake in the real interests of both China and Russia, and I hope you will consider my words carefully. ”

Li Lan didn't understand these tirades, and in his heart, he didn't want to go to the United States so early, but he didn't want to see his authority become intermediate, and his efforts for almost two years would come to naught in an instant. Even if he was specially trained, he didn't want this to happen.

"I also understand what you are saying, and I am very aware of the stakes involved, but the United States seems to have suddenly identified us, and this is definitely beyond my control. Even if the United States doesn't cut me this time, what about next time? Li Lan said.

"Then you can wait a few more years, as long as we have our support, we will secretly provide you with all military help. Especially in the Air Force, there is still a lot of room for cooperation between us. Our Sukhoi company cares about customers like you. Ivanovich pointed.

"Did you come here today just to sell me weapons?" The corners of Li Lan's mouth curled and said.

"No, this is just a picture of the future for you, and we still hope that you can start from the interests of both parties and not be presumptuous." Ivanovich shook his head and said.

"The reunification of Somalia is imperative to me, and if you are unable to fulfill the core terms of the secret contract, then we will not have to fulfill our obligations in the future. There is no need for this contract to exist. Li Lan's voice suddenly changed and said.

"This ......," Ivanovich hesitated for a moment when he heard Li Lan suddenly talk about this matter, and said: "I'm really sorry, in the face of the angry United States, we really can't give you more help, once the United States does launch a military operation against Somalia, we will have to stand by and watch." ”

"In that case, can it be declared that the paper contract is no longer valid?" Hearing Ivanovic's words, Li Lan, who should have belonged to the losing side, did not mean to be angry, the paper contract was just a demand at that time, and he didn't need it very much now, if it could be invalidated, he would be happy to do so.

"We can discuss the contract later, as long as you can follow the term of the contract, we will naturally fulfill them one by one." Ivanovich said.

"Since that's the case, there's nothing to say, until now, I'm also riding a tiger." Li Lan shrugged helplessly, with a very regretful look on her face.

Seeing the look on Li Lan's face, Ivanovich did not know how to persuade him for a while, and the Russian side very much hoped that Li Lan would retreat and not increase the excuse of US strikes, so that as long as China and Russia join forces to contain it, they will still have a great deal of confidence in preventing the outbreak of war. Its fundamental purpose is to protect Li Lan's influence in Somalia and provide opportunities for Russian troops to garrison Somalia in the future.

For Ivanovic, who was quite sure about this trip, he felt that things were tricky. In his opinion, as long as the relationship is explained thoroughly, then Li Lan should have something to consider, after all, if he can develop such a family business, he will naturally understand the pros and cons.

However, Li Lan gave him more of a stunned feeling, not at all like a person in power.

"In short, I still want to think about it, and this matter involves the interests of all parties. If you still insist on going your own way, then we can only choose to help you in public opinion, and we can't give you more help in other aspects. Ivanovich said.

"I also very much hope to be able to maintain a good relationship with your country, and given the close relationship between us, I very much hope that after this incident, the two sides will still be able to walk together firmly. As for this contract, which could put Russia in an embarrassment, since neither side can fully fulfill it, and it does not meet the wishes of both parties, it will be over. Li Lan said.

Hearing Li Lan's words, Ivanovich was silent for a moment, and he also knew that if Li Lan wanted to use this secret contract to maintain relations between the two sides, it was already impossible, and the Russian side would not agree. Because it is impossible for Russia to really send troops to help Li Lan against the United States, and it cannot export weapons to Li Lan.

As for the necessity of the existence of this contract, Russia still needs to have certain guarantees, because this matter will cause losses to both Li Lan and Russia. Li Lan lost Russia's aid, and Russia lost the guarantee of stationing troops in Somalia in the future.

"This matter still needs the president's approval, and we will ask for advice immediately. Still, we want something to hold our relationship together. Ivanovich said. He is well aware that once the United States attacks Somalia, Russia's interests in this area will disappear.

Just like in the Iraq war, the United States withdrew its troops, leaving Iraq with a large amount of American-style weapons and equipment. The Soviet-style weapons used in Iraq have all disappeared. Don't think that the United States is kind enough to send weapons to Iraq for free. Rather, the United States wants to use these weapons to control Iraq. Because the United States is needed for both maintenance and maintenance, Iraq will not be able to get out of the hands of the United States as long as it has these weapons for a day. (To be continued......)