"The current conflict in the Middle East is likely to turn into a war, which will greatly undermine the peace of the world and more likely to affect the interests of Germany and its allies in the Middle East. The German Empire hoped that the Ottoman Empire and the parties to the conflict would return to the negotiating table and resolve the dispute through negotiations. In addition, the German Reich did not want to see certain great powers forcibly intervene in the Middle East and make the situation in the region even more chaotic. "Kaiser Wilhelm I spoke in Berlin.

Although, William I's speech did not name and accuse the Chinese Empire of undermining peace in the Middle East. However, the meaning of his words is very obvious. It is to claim that the Chinese Empire is the main culprit in undermining stability in the Middle East. At the same time, the German Empire also expressed its support for the Ottoman Turkish Empire.

Immediately after Wilhelm I's speech, the German Admiralty announced that the German Navy's High Seas Fleet would conduct a long-distance ocean-going training. The High Seas Fleet will auction off four of the most powerful 'Deutschland-class' battleships, four 'Braunschweig-class' battleships, and four 'Wiecchersbach-class' battleships in a joint formation to go to the Mediterranean Sea for ocean-going training. This third class battleship was the most powerful third class of warships in service in the German Navy. Except for the 'Nassau-class', which will be commissioned in the second half of the year, the other battleships cannot compete with these third-class battleships.

Admiral Philip, commander of the German High Seas Fleet, led the fleet from Wilhelmshaven into the vast North Sea. It will then pass through the English Channel, the Strait of Gibraltar, into the Mediterranean Sea, and all the way to the eastern Mediterranean Sea. The German navy went to the Mediterranean this time, apparently to cheer on the Ottoman Turkish Empire.

Of course. The actions of the German Navy also aroused the vigilance of the Imperial Navy. The Imperial Navy's 5th Fleet immediately responded-for-tat. The 5th Fleet of the Imperial Navy dispatched four 'Northern Song class' battleships. Four 'Late Don-class' battleships and four 'Middle Don-class' battleships, under the protection of dozens of cruisers and destroyers. Immediately following the actions of the German Navy's High Seas Fleet. This would mean that the Chinese Empire, Germany, the Kingdom of Spain, and the Ottoman Turkish Empire would gather dozens of powerful battleships in the eastern Mediterranean, and the total number of warships would probably reach two hundred, with the addition of auxiliary ships. This is the largest warship in human history since entering the industrial age. For a time, the eastern Mediterranean will become a powder keg, and if a spark falls, it can detonate a war. The eyes of the whole world are focused there, and peace-loving people are appealing. It would be better for both sides to exercise restraint and plunge the world into war by misfire.

On 15 July, the Imperial Navy's 11th Fleet joined up with the Spanish Navy and formed a defensive line north of the Suez Canal and the mouth of the Nile to prevent the Ottoman Turkish Navy from approaching the Nile Delta. In the face of the twenty-two huge battleships combined by the Chinese Navy and the Spanish Navy, the navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire was really powerless! The enemy's strength was enough to completely destroy the navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire. If the fleet were to attack the Nile Delta, the price to pay would most likely be their total annihilation.

On the battleship 'Song Taejo', the flagship of the 11th Squadron of the Imperial Navy. Admiral Xu Haihai, commander of the 1st Fleet of the Imperial Navy, is meeting with Admiral Antonio, commander of the Spanish Navy. The two commanders will demarcate the defense zones of the two navies in this operation and clarify their respective tasks. Of course, they were convinced that the navy of the Ottoman Empire would not dare to act rashly. Whether it was the Spanish Navy or the 11th Squadron of the Imperial Navy. They are strong enough to perish them. As long as the commander of the Ottoman Turkish Imperial Navy did not have his head caught in the door, he would have exercised restraint. At sea, of course. Any accident can happen. In order to ensure safety, the Imperial Navy and the Spanish Navy had to be prepared. Otherwise. When things come to an end, it is inevitable that you will be caught off guard.

"General Xu. Your country's 'Northern Song Dynasty-class' battleships are really powerful! The three triple 356mm guns are the most powerful firepower in the world! "On the bridge of the battleship 'Song Taizu', Admiral Antonio said with a look of envy. Compared with the 'Early Tang Dynasty-class' battleships purchased by the Spanish Navy from the Chinese Empire, the 'Northern Song Dynasty-class' battleships are undoubtedly much stronger, and the two sides are hardly opponents in the same rank.

"This is the crystallization of the Reich's military industry and an advantageous weapon for the Reich to defeat its opponents. We believe that these warships of the Chinese Navy are capable enough to defend the overseas interests of the empire and its allies! Admiral Xu Haihai said confidently, this is the responsibility of the Imperial Navy.

"Yes, General Xu, it is precisely with the powerful military power of the Chinese Empire that we have been able to achieve what we are today. It's ridiculous that the Germans actually tried to challenge the world hegemony of the Chinese Empire, which is simply wishful thinking! Admiral Antonio said with a smile. The interests of the Kingdom of Spain and the Chinese Empire had long been tied together, and if Germany had defeated the Chinese Empire and achieved world hegemony, the Spanish Kingdom would not have had a good time. Therefore, the Kingdom of Spain also hoped that the Chinese Empire would be able to achieve a final victory.

"Of course, the Reich's confidence in defeating the Germans would make them realize that their unrealistic fantasies could not succeed at all!" General Xu Haihai said. At this stage, the German Reich was the greatest enemy of the Reich, and the German Navy was also the greatest enemy of the Reich Navy. Therefore, this battle must be won by the Empire.

"General Antonio, this time our plan is to protect the Nile Delta, so that the Egyptians can have a decisive battle with the Ottoman Turkish Empire without worries." General Xu Haihai said. The Empire's intentions to plot Egypt's rebellion against the Ottoman Turkish Empire are well known to all.

Admiral Antonio nodded: "What if the Ottoman Turkish Empire forcibly breaks through our blockade and attacks the Nile Delta?" ”

"I've been given the authority to launch a preemptive strike if necessary! Of course, this is the last resort. Let's hope the Ottoman Turkish Empire doesn't provoke our bottom line! General Xu Haihai said.

"Well, I see, General Xu!" After learning the bottom line of the Chinese side, Admiral Antonio knew how to operate.

"The navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire, in fact, is nothing to worry about. What we really need to pay attention to is the German Navy. The Germans had already sent twelve cutting-edge warships to the Mediterranean. However, the Imperial Navy's 5th Fleet also sent twelve cutting-edge warships. When the time comes, they will deal with the Germans. Admiral Xu Haihai cautioned that he did not want the Spanish Navy to be frightened when they found out that the German Navy had arrived.

"Okay, General Xu, don't worry, the Spanish Navy will complete the mission!" Admiral Antonio patted his chest and assured.

On the afternoon of July 17, 1861, the Ottoman Imperial Turkish Navy arrived at the mouth of the Nile. However, they were intercepted by the Spanish and Imperial navies.

The Imperial Navy made it clear that this was a no-sail zone established by the Empire, and demanded that the Ottoman Imperial Navy withdraw immediately. Otherwise, it will be seen as a challenge to the Empire.

However, the Ottoman Turkish Navy turned a deaf ear and continued to sail south, forcing its way into the no-sail zone established by the Empire.

The 11th Squadron of the Imperial Navy immediately issued a warning, and after two warnings to no avail, the 11th Detachment of the Imperial Navy carried out an artillery bombardment.

When the shells flew out of the main guns of the battleship "Song Taizu", the rumbling of cannons rang out on the sea. The Ottoman Imperial Turkish Navy did not expect that the Chinese Navy would dare to open fire, and it was frightened enough for a while.

Fortunately, this shelling by the Imperial Navy was only an attempt to warn the Ottoman Turkish Empire. And did not aim at the warships of the navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire. So much so that the point of impact was hundreds of meters from the battleships of the Ottoman Imperial Turkish Navy.

At the same time, the fleet of the Spanish Navy also appeared in the flank rear of the navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire. If a naval battle broke out, the Ottoman Turks would have been besieged by the 11th Detachment of the Imperial Navy and the Spanish Navy. The end is naturally conceivable.

The naval commander of the Ottoman Turkish Empire, Admiral Akyol, was frightened and immediately ordered the fleet to turn. At the same time, they protested to the Chinese Navy, claiming that they were ordered to attack Egypt.

However, the Imperial Navy made a strong statement, in order to ensure the safety of the Canal Zone, warships of any country were forbidden to enter the no-sail zone. If the Ottoman Turkish Imperial Navy insisted on going its way, it would be seen as a challenge to the Empire, and the Imperial Navy would attack.

The arrogance of the Imperial Navy made the Ottoman Imperial Navy very angry. However, with only nine battleships, how could they be the opponent of twenty-two battleships of the Imperial Navy and the Spanish Navy combined. If there is a war, they will be eaten and there will be no scum left.

On 19 July, the German Navy's High Seas Fleet arrived. However, the Germans also seem reluctant to exacerbate the contradictions. So they did not force their way into the no-sail zone, but asked both sides to exercise restraint.

In the afternoon of the same day, the main force of the 5th Fleet of the Imperial Navy also arrived, which greatly increased the strength of the Imperial Navy in this sea area. And the attitude of the Imperial Navy has become tougher.

There was no way, and the Ottoman Imperial Turkish Navy, after holding out for two days, had to retreat. (To be continued......)

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