Volume 4 Arms Empire Chapter 11 Prepare for War (860 explosions, ask for a monthly ticket)
In the head of state, he discussed international discussions with Ji Youguo, Zhao Rundong, and Pang Xinglong.
"The intelligence has been confirmed. Frederick summoned military and government officials last night to discuss the attack on Iran." Pan Yunsheng took out a stack of photos, "This is the photo taken by our reconnaissance satellite at noon today. The first one is Pearl Harbor, the second one is Apula Military Port in Guam, the third one is San Diego, the fourth one is Norfolk, the fifth one is Digo Garcia, the sixth one is Saudi Prince Sudan Air Force Base, and the latter are the US military bases in Iraq, Kuwait, Türkiye and other countries."
Ji Youguo quickly looked through it, handed the photo to Zhao Rundong, and said, "What does this mean?"
"Military mobilization has begun." Pan Yunsheng picked up the cigarette on the table, "Frederick will announce the combat operation to attack Iran within twenty-four hours at the fastest, and within forty-eight hours at the latest."
"Maybe it's not a combat operation, but a military deployment against Iran's threat."
Hearing Zhao Rundong's words, Pan Yunsheng nodded. "There is also a possibility. No matter how Frederick explains the US military's mobilization, the ultimate goal is to attack Iran."
"In other words, the war will break out soon?" Pang Xinglong asked after taking the photo.
"Two months, no more than three months at the latest." Pan Yunsheng smoked two puffs of cigarettes. "From the news provided by the National Security Bureau, CIA's activities in my country have increased significantly. A few days ago, a group of CIA spies entering my country were arrested. The Tehran branch also sent a message that CIA strengthened its contact with Kurds and ** organizations in mainland Iran. The Iranian government only expelled three US diplomats yesterday. Although it has not received the latest news, according to what has happened in the past, those three must be CIA spies."
"The storm is coming and the wind is filling the building!" Ji Youguo sighed, "Frederick's movements are faster than we imagined."
"He reached a secret deal with Roddick, how could he not be happy?"
After Pan Yunsheng said this, not only Ji Youguo smiled bitterly, but even Zhao Rundong and Pang Xinglong also shook their heads with a smile.
“No matter what, we are ready.
The question now is whether Iran has the ability to defeat the United States on the battlefield." After saying that, Pan Yunsheng glanced at Pang Xinglong.
"Last night, the Iranian ambassador personally sent a diplomatic note. He hoped to purchase more weapons and equipment from our country."
Ji Youguo frowned slightly and looked at Pang Xinglong.
"Huang Guowei has already told Iran that Iran will send a procurement team to negotiate with the 'China-Heavy Co., Ltd.'" Pang Xinglong took out a document. "This is the procurement list of Iran's land supply. I have sent someone to send the attachment to +Muhua."
Ji Youguo took the document and read it carefully. "I have a lot of appetite. I have all been flying in the sky, running on the ground, and swimming in the sea."
"And, most of them are offensive weapons." Pan Yunsheng muttered.
"Old Zhao, what do you think?" Ji Youguo handed the document to Zhao Rundong.
Zhao Rundong put the document aside and said, "What weapons are sold to Iran are directly related to our policies. I think it is not appropriate to sell offensive weapons. Judging from the current situation, if the war breaks out within three months, even if we are willing to sell weapons, it will be difficult to deliver them before the war breaks out. Even if our weapons are sold to Iran, the Iranian army will not be able to master them in the short term."
"Iran has made it clear that it hopes to buy spot stock." Pan Yunsheng muttered again.
"Spot?" Ji Youguo frowned slightly. "The price of spot is not much lower."
"The price should not be a problem," Pang Xinglong changed the topic and said, "I roughly calculated that the total value of the weapons Iran proposed to purchase is between 12 billion and 15 billion US dollars. Excluding some offensive weapons, the total value is less than 8 billion US dollars, and Iran is fully capable of paying the purchase."
"This is just the beginning, and the next one is indefinitely."
Pang Xinglong nodded and said, "That's why I handed over this deal to 'Zhongzhong Co., Ltd.'
Ji Youguo touched his chin and said, "Now, there are three main problems. First, determine which weapons and equipment to Iran to sell, second, how much impact will the sales of our military equipment have on our military's combat effectiveness? Third, whether Iran can pay for later purchases."
These are both three problems and three difficulties.
"I think it's better not to sell offensive weapons to Iran." Zhao Rundong expressed his point of view first.
"The problem is that without offensive weapons, it will be difficult for Iran to defeat the US military." Pan Yunsheng's view is obviously contrary to Zhao Rundong. "The US military tactics are very simple. Bombing destroys Iran's military infrastructure, disintegrates Iran's defense power, and then dispatches ground forces to occupy Khuzestan Province. If the United States intends to overthrow the Iranian regime, it will use the national forces and separatist forces in Iran to advance from several directions to the hinterland of Iran. Of course, the US military may adopt the "decapitation" method to eliminate Iran's top leaders, and then dispatch airborne troops and air assault forces to capture Tehran and support the pro-US regime. In any case, in addition to defeating the US military in air defense operations, Iran must also launch a counterattack and restrain the US military's offensive operations. Without offensive weapons, it will be difficult for Iran to win in the war."
"But……"
Ji Youguo pressed his hand
: "Old Zhao means that we cannot sell strategic offensive weapons: it will have a negative impact on our Middle East policy and our relations with Israel and Arab countries."
Zhao Rundong nodded, indicating that this is exactly what he meant.
"In addition to strategic offensive weapons, we can provide Iran with tactical offensive weapons that are mainly used for defense."
Pan Yunsheng jumped a few times and found that the head of state's attitude did not tend toward Zhao Rundong.
"Does the details, Xiao Pan will discuss with Lao Peng and ask the General Staff to provide opinions. We must keep a close eye on it and we cannot sell strategic offensive weapons to Iran."
Pan Yunsheng nodded and said, "No problem, I'll go find Lao Peng later."
"Now, the second question." Ji Youguo glanced at everyone and said, "Time is tight, and we cannot sell weapons and equipment to Iran in accordance with the previous methods. If our army's weapons and equipment are directly sold to Iran, what impact will it have? Will it weaken our country's defense strength?"
"I think this is not a big problem."
This time, Zhao Rundong did not object, nor did Pang Xinglong.
Ji Youguo glanced at Pan Yunsheng and signaled Pan Yunsheng to continue.
"After the East China Sea War, we have accelerated the development of new weapons and equipment." Pan Yunsheng took out a document from his briefcase, "This is the information I received from the General Staff. According to the military gear change plan set at the end of last year, the new weapons and equipment of the army, navy, air and air forces will be equipped with troops in the next five years. The army heavy equipment based on electric technology, the air force j-14j-1 will be put into service this year and will begin mass production. The navy's installation time is a little longer, but with the launch of the "Republic" and the installation is completed early next year, the fleet renewal plan will be gradually accelerated. Air defense destroyers, multi-purpose destroyers, and anti-submarine frigates will be launched in the next two to three years, and new submarines..."
"Let's focus on the relevant content."
Pan Yunsheng was stunned and said, "The most affected area is the Air Force. In the procurement list proposed by Iran, air force equipment is used as the living. I think taking this opportunity to deal with combat aircraft and air defense systems that are about to be retired or transferred to second-line troops will not only have no negative impact, but also help. At least, the revenue from selling weapons can be used to purchase more new equipment. The second is the Army, providing a large number of tanks and other equipment to Iran will not have a great impact on us. As the Navy cannot sell strategic offensive weapons, it will not consider providing submarines to Iran for the time being."
“That is, it doesn’t have much impact?”
"You can't say that," Zhao Rundong answered this question, "There must be an impact. After all, the Air Force and the Navy have lost a large number of weapons and equipment in the East my country Sea War. If a large number of active weapons are provided to Iran at once, our country's defense strength will definitely decline. I think the speed must be controlled."
"At the same time, accelerate the production of new weapons." Pang Xinglong added.
"The handover requires a process. Even if we hand over it at one time, Iran will not be able to accept it at one time."
Ji Youguo nodded. "It seems that people have to be organized to provide training services to the Iranian army."
"This is part of after-sales service." Pang Xinglong paused for a moment and said, "But moves quickly, you must send instructors before the war breaks out. After the war breaks out, the United States will definitely declare Iran a war zone, and we will not be able to send military personnel to Iran at that time."
Ji Youguo pondered for a moment and said, "This matter is directly responsible for the Military Intelligence Bureau. If you need assistance, go to the General Staff."
Pan Yunsheng didn't say much, nodded and agreed.
"The last question is, how much can Iran buy arms?"
"It will not exceed 40 billion US dollars." Pang Xinglong answered this question, "From what we have learned, Iran's foreign exchange reserves are less than 80 billion US dollars, and the international debt due within three months is 17 billion US dollars. In addition to purchasing weapons and equipment from my country, Iran will definitely purchase weapons and equipment from Russia. Therefore, taking out 40 billion US dollars to purchase weapons and equipment from us is already Iran's ultimate ability."
"A war may consume more than that, right?"
Pang Xinglong smiled bitterly, no need to answer this question.
"It's not enough to spend 200 billion, it's going to cost 100 billion.
"Zhao Rundong reported a rough figure. "Take the East China Sea War as an example, the total value of our weapons and equipment consumed by my country reached 120 billion, equivalent to 20 billion US dollars. The scale of the US-Iran war is several times that of the East China Sea War, and the loss that Iran may bear must be more than 100 billion US dollars."
"It's just military loss." Pan Yunsheng added.
"In this way, we can only let 'China Capital Corporation' do it, and we'd better not interfere."
No one objected, because the purpose of establishing the "China Heavy Industry Corporation" was to reduce the burden on the country.
"The relevant issues must be implemented as soon as possible." Ji Youguo glanced at everyone and said, "Let's end this discussion today. If there is progress, let's discuss it again. Xiaopang, stay, I have something to tell you."
Pang Xinglong nodded, knowing what the Chief of State was going to say to him.
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