Chapter 241: Just in Case
The Ottomans marched against the signing of the defeated pact, and the news reached the countries as soon as possible.
In response to this news, countries have behaved mixedly. Among them, Britain, France, Austria, Russia and other countries were so angry that they just wanted to scold their mother.
It was not easy to get the best conditions for the Ottomans, and now they are facing the possibility of a complete failure.
Faced with this situation, Britain, France, Austria, Russia and other countries were of course not sitting on the back of their seats, and they immediately contacted the envoys in Istanbul and asked them to mobilize all their forces to stop the demonstrations from the army.
It is not known how effective this will be.
However, compared with Britain, France, Austria, Russia and other countries, Italy and the Balkan countries that participated in the war were jubilant. In particular, Bulgaria, which has long been dissatisfied with this, has even issued a statement that if the Ottomans overturn the results of the previous peace talks, then the consequences will be borne by the Ottomans themselves.
As for the Persians and Greece, they are somewhat ambivalent about this, and the reversal of the previous negotiations by the Ottomans would give the two countries a reason to continue to tear a piece of flesh from the Osmans. But Bulgaria will have more to gain than them, which puts them in a dilemma.
However, no matter what the small Balkan countries think, if they continue to fight the Ottomans, it still depends on the opinion of Italy. Therefore, the current attitude of Italy has become a key point, which also makes countries frequently contact the Italian government and want to hear some news.
"Your Excellency Foram, at present, our country has no other views on the affairs of Istanbul, and everything needs to wait for the Osman himself to decide."
Prime Minister De Pretis, who had just returned to Rome, spoke diplomatic rhetoric to the British ambassador to Rome, Fram, in his office.
And Fram, who couldn't hear the news from the mouth of the Italian prime minister, said with a regretful face. "Prime Minister de Pretis, please don't let the Balkan people suffer again, my country is very concerned about this."
"Please rest assured that your country will be notified when our country makes a decision."
It was only after sending the British ambassador out the door that Prime Minister de Pretis rubbed his somewhat dry eyes. In the past few days, he has received many ambassadors, whether they are from the Balkans or Britain, France, Germany, Austria and Russia, and other powers, all of whom have only one purpose, that is, to find out what Italy thinks about the mutiny that broke out in Istanbul.
Although he also wanted to inform them, he did not know the actual situation as the prime minister. Because this matter is very important, it is still being discussed.
De Pretis looked at the pile of papers on the table and didn't have time to deal with it? Can't help but show a wry smile? It's all work that has been delayed by frequent visits.
Just as he was about to start working on the papers, there was a knock on the door.
"Which ambassador is visiting?"
Facing being disturbed? Depretius is a little angry? So the tone of voice is not as peaceful as before.
"Prime Minister, news from the Royal Palace? Your Majesty is looking for you. ”
The words of the secretary outside the door made Depretis's mind immediately calm? Because this is the time to find yourself? Then it must be about Istanbul.
"Prepare the car at once, and we will go to the palace."
When the prime minister arrived at the palace, he realized that there were a lot of people this time. In addition to him and the foreign secretary, there are several bigwigs in the military.
And the young King Carlo sat on a chair? Whispered to the Minister of War.
Faced with this scenario? De Pretis casually apologized. "I'm sorry, I'm late for the traffic jam."
After seeing that the Prime Minister had arrived, Carlo stood up. "Since everyone is here, let's first get the latest situation in Istanbul at the moment."
With Carlo's words, the chief of the guard, Felimich, stepped forward to explain the situation in Istanbul. "The situation in Istanbul has gradually calmed down at the moment? The mutiny, led by the Ottoman al-Shabaab, seized power. The Grand Vizier Camille Pasha and the Foreign Secretary Harim Pasha, who were previously involved in the negotiations, were two and their families? They had already been executed by al-Shabaab on the grounds that they had betrayed Ottoman interests. ”
Speaking of which, the chief of the guard paused? Let those present digest the news.
"In addition, the Ottoman Sultan Hamid II, who has authorized Ahmad Riza, who led the mutiny? He was appointed as the new Minister of War. Also make Javad Pasha the Great Vizier? And also....... ”
Wait until Felimich finishes talking about the mutiny and its changes at the top? De Preetis spoke. "In this way, this mutiny in Istanbul has brought about a big change of blood at the top of the Ottoman leadership, so what about the conditions negotiated before?"
"I don't know about this, but judging from the content of the mutiny, there is a high probability that they will not admit it."
Hearing Felimici's answer, the people at the scene fell silent for a while, and it seemed that there was still a fight to come.
At this time, Carlo, the king of Italy, spoke. "Ladies and gentlemen, this is the choice of the Ottomans themselves, then we will meet their demands."
Yes, at present, there are a group of younger brothers in Italy who are beating Ottoman, the sick man of the Near East, what is there to be afraid of.
Seeing that the fighting spirit of everyone present was rekindled, Carlo continued. "Admiral Saragate, tell me about your army's response plan."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
I saw Admiral Saragate uncover the map covered by the cloth on the side, and spoke with a baton.
"The War Department has done it before, and I think it's time for you to know about the next battle plan that the Ottomans don't accept. According to the plan, after the resumption of fighting, the Balkan Army Group, which is currently in the Balkans, will divide its strength into three divisions and start from the Kuks Pass to capture the Kosovo region as quickly as possible.
At the moment there are only two Ottoman divisions formed by new recruits in the region, and they will not be opponents. After the capture of Kosovo, the remaining division, with the exception of two divisions that remained in the area, advanced closer to Skopje after converging with Montenegro and the Bulgarian Fourth Army. Then with the main force of the Balkan Army, encircled and annihilated the main Ottoman forces gathered in the city.
Our ally, Bulgaria, was tasked with keeping the Ottoman army at bay in Eastern Thrace. Wait until our army has annihilated the Macedonian enemy, and then reinforce it, and strive to take Istanbul in one fell swoop.
In addition, in order to prevent the Ottomans from accepting defeat and refusing to surrender even if Istanbul was occupied. The Mobile Amphibious Force, consisting of the Guards and Marines, will no longer be involved in the fighting in the Balkans, but will instead occupy the Ottoman islands in the Aegean Sea, and wait for an opportunity to land on the Asia Minor Peninsula and direct the war to the Ottoman interior. ”
Attention should be paid to the words of Admiral Saragait, in which there is no mention of the two countries at all. This shows that Italy, Bulgaria, and Montenegro are not willing for these two countries to intervene in this war. Therefore, although these two countries are nominally belligerent countries, the three countries do not give them a chance to perform at all.
Since there is no chance to perform, then what reason do they have to continue to compete for the subsequent loot. Even if there are other powers standing behind them, they still need to have a chance to perform.
And when Admiral Saragate finished speaking, Carlo said, "Of course, this is only our plan to deal with what happens, and if the Ottomans accept it, then this plan will still not be implemented." ”
Although Carlo said as if the plan was useless, in fact, everyone knew that it was a high probability event. Can al-Shabaab, which had just relied on opposing the terms of defeat to seize power, really abandon the Ottoman soldiers and civilians who supported it?