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Chapter 586: No Waves
The basic strategy had been determined, and Chen Chen quickly began to coordinate with Suhail and began to deploy specific combat tasks based on the current strength and equipment of the Syrian government forces.

In fact, this was also the first time that Chen Chen conducted tactical simulations on such a large scale. Just the densely packed triangular flags representing military strength on the map sand table made Chen Chen feel a little numb.

Fortunately, he had a good foundation in map reading. After listening to Suhail's analysis and interpretation for more than half an hour, he finally had a general understanding of the basic situation of the current confrontation between the Syrian government forces and other enemy forces including Turkey.

Standing in front of the sand table, Chen Chen pointed to the position of the red pennant with his hand, and outlined the situation of the battlefield over and over again in his mind.

A three-dimensional map like a satellite view gradually emerged in his mind. After thinking for a while, he asked:
"The 3rd Corps now has only 4 troops in Aleppo. If we were to transfer two more armored divisions from the 3rd Corps, would they still be able to hold the northern defense line of Aleppo?"

After hearing Chen Chen's words, Su Haier hesitated for a moment, then replied:

"If we want to withdraw two reorganized armored divisions, it means that we basically have to withdraw all the armored units currently in the 3rd Corps."

"As a result, the remaining armored division is only in name only and can only rely on infantry light firepower and a small amount of long-range firepower support from the artillery regiment to fight against the large number of rebels scattered in the north of Aleppo."

"In theory, they should be able to hold on for a while."

"But this can only remain in theory."

"The reason is simple. Our team is not as determined as yours. When faced with major difficulties, their threshold for collapse is relatively high."

"If your team is likely to collapse completely after defeating the last combatant, then our team may begin to show signs of collapse after losing 20% ​​of its troops, and completely collapse after the loss reaches 30%."

"Once the northern defense line of Aleppo collapses, the Free Army can advance straight into Aleppo with the support of Turkey and launch an attack on the city."

“Once Aleppo falls, there will be no point in us taking back Raqqa.”

"So, this option is not an option. Even if we risk everything, we cannot afford the inevitable failure."

"clear."

Chen Chen nodded slightly, and then continued to ask:
"What if we don't need to reorganize the armored division?"

"We require the highest mobility, which means that we do not need the artillery regiments in the three armored divisions of the 3rd Army. They can all stay to support the remaining infantry."

"Then, some heavily armored but slow-moving tanks can also be eliminated in advance."

"We only need light armored vehicles, armed pickup trucks, high-mobility transport vehicles, and other equipment that can support the rapid movement of troops along the border."

"If this configuration is followed, can the remaining armored division hold out?"

As soon as Chen Chen finished speaking, Suhail immediately looked at Isam who was sitting in the middle, and then Isam looked at the weather-beaten officer next to him.

"Can you hold it?"

Isam asked.

".able!"

The officer gritted his teeth and replied:

"We can hold out for at least half a month. If we can get more supplies later, we can hold out for a month."

"But I think if it goes beyond a month, it's beyond our control."

"Continuous consumption of troops will definitely put us in a passive position, and after discovering this breakthrough, the Turkish side will definitely mobilize troops to launch an attack again."

"Until then, we need a commitment of support."

"Otherwise, almost no one can resist their massive advance southward."

"That's your problem."

Issam interrupted the officer and said sternly:

"The mopping-up operation along the border will last for at least a month. During this time, you can only rely on yourself."

"Listen, this is not a civilian meeting where you can make excuses and complain. Everyone sitting here must be prepared to sacrifice their lives for the country."

"If you're not ready, then quit and I'll find someone to replace you."

"But if you don't want to leave, don't tell me how difficult the mission is. We can judge for ourselves."

"All you need to do is execute, understand?"

".clear."

The officer nodded slowly, then answered firmly:
"We can hold on."

"Within a month, I guarantee that we will not lose our position."

"In a month, I promise to die on the battlefield."

"That's it."

Isam waved his hand gently, then looked at Chen Chen and nodded for him to continue.

Chen Chen took a deep breath and said:
"After adding the two armored divisions of the 3rd Army, the total force we can mobilize reaches 7 people, a total of five armored divisions."

"Similar to the First Army's strategy, we will leave most of the artillery regiment's heavy artillery to support the rear battlefield and maintain the confrontation with the enemy in Raqqa."

"The other mobile forces need to be reorganized into seven attack groups according to the offensive mission."

"The locations of these eight groups are Reyhanli, Gilis, Jarabulus, Ain al-Arab, Akçakale, Jeilampnar, and Amda."

"Generally speaking, the attack directions are arranged from west to east, and each attack group is responsible for only one attack direction and a border line of about 50 kilometers in that direction."

"Each attack group must traverse this 50-kilometer area, using mobile warfare and guerrilla warfare to continuously deplete the strength of the Turkish border guards and exert pressure on them to maintain stability and public security."

"Among them, the most difficult and dangerous ones are Gilis and Jarabulus, while the easiest ones are Amuda and Reyhanli."

"Therefore, we will put the main forces and equipment in Gilis and Jarabulus, while the local militias will be responsible for the attack missions in Amda and Reyhanli."

"Amda is located in the north of Hasakah province, close to Hasakah, where there is already a militia with a strength of over a thousand people."

"Next, they will be commanded by Chaisley and will organize 'guerrilla warfare behind enemy lines' as required by the order."

"As for Reyhanli, this direction is located near Idlib in the east. The 3rd Armored Division of the rd Corps can cooperate with the militia to attack and harass. Is there a problem?"

Chen Chen looked at the officer who had been taught a lesson by Isam before. The latter nodded solemnly and replied:
"no problem!"

"That's good."

Chen Chen hesitated for a moment and continued:
"The combat missions have been basically assigned, and we still need to allocate the equipment."

“T-55、T-62坦克全部不要，我们要在吉利斯、杰拉卜卢斯方向集结400辆T-72坦克，至少600辆BMP-1步战车，以及目前还能够动用的所有BMP-2步战车。”

"In addition, we will mobilize all ZSU-23-4 self-propelled anti-aircraft guns to the border to deal with the enemy's inevitable air strikes."

“自行火炮方面，现有的300辆2S1、2S3需要大体均匀地分散到7个方向上，在没有炮兵团支持的情况下，为前线战场提供必要的炮兵支援。”

"What other armored vehicles do we have?"

"There are also 30 BVP-1s and 70 AMB-S armored support vehicles. Their weapon systems are relatively backward and their transportation capabilities are not very good." Isam replied with a frown.

"Then let them stay behind and provide cross-regional support to the battlefields of Raqqa and Aleppo."

"Okay. We still have five T-5 tanks. Do you need to use them?"

"T-90? Where did it come from?"

Chen Chen asked in surprise.

As far as he can remember, the T-90 tank first appeared in Syria in 2015, which was after Russia officially intervened in the Syrian battlefield on a large scale.

And now, Isam actually told himself that they already have T-90.

I have to say, this was a pleasant surprise.

You know, on the Syrian battlefield, the T-90 is almost the only tank that can compete with Turkey's Leopard 2-A4. Although there are not many of them, if used properly, they may also achieve considerable results.
Looking at Chen Chen's expression, Isam said directly:
"These five tanks arrived in Syria just a few days ago. If necessary, we can deploy them to the front line within three days."

"However, the Russian side did not provide us with tank drivers, nor did they have time to provide us with targeted training."

"I doubt very much that these equipments will be able to play their due role even if they are sent to the battlefield."

"really."

Chen Chen nodded slightly but didn't speak immediately.

In fact, this is indeed a difficult problem to solve.

Large equipment like tanks are not like the guns used by infantry. As long as the gun is easy to use and it takes a while to adapt before going to the battlefield, it will definitely be able to play a role beyond the old level.

For a tank, if it does not have an experienced crew, even if it can go to the battlefield, it will most likely not escape the fate of being used as a target.

Thinking of this, Chen Chen shook his head and said:
"It is better not to use them for the time being, but you can deploy them near Aleppo to fight a defensive battle with the 3rd Division of the rd Corps and train the crews during the battle."

"So now, all the equipment and manpower have basically been allocated. The last thing that needs to be solved is the logistical supply issue."

"Each attack group had to fight continuously on the border for at least three weeks. In the first two weeks, it was difficult for them to obtain effective supplies from the rear."

"In other words, this is a one-time deal."

"Once the supplies are exhausted and the supply lines have not been established, our team can only rely on their own luck."

"General, what do you think?"

Chen Chen looked at the silent General Isam, who sat up slightly and said:
"There is no other way."

"Whether it is a final decision or a slow death depends on how the battle goes."

"I will mobilize all resources possible and deliver supplies to the front line regardless of the cost."

"The supply line will be established horizontally along the line of the seven attack directions. This requires that each of our attack groups cannot collapse prematurely."

“It’s very difficult, but worth a try!”

"Understood. What about the others? If you have any objections, you may raise them now!"

As soon as Chen Chen finished speaking, the headquarters was suddenly filled with noise.

A lot of questioning and challenging voices began to appear, but.
Everyone is just questioning, not opposing.

The discussion instantly became heated, but this made Chen Chen feel at ease.

He knew that this strategy had in fact been adopted, and the next thing to solve was the more detailed "tactical issues"
On the other side, at the Gillis temporary airport, inside the headquarters of the Sinop Armored Brigade.

The armored brigade commander Yashar Guleman stood in front of a large screen, which displayed the latest movements of enemy and friendly forces in real time.

Looking at the red arrow that appeared in an unexpected position after refreshing, he frowned slightly, and then asked the adjutant beside him:

"The Syrian government forces are mobilizing the armored division of the 3rd Corps in Aleppo. Such a mobilization is totally unreasonable. They must have some conspiracy."

"Have their intentions been clarified?"

Hearing his words, the adjutant shook his head and replied:

"It's not clear what exactly they are going to do, but in fact, they are deploying more than just the 3rd Army."

"There are unusual movements in the 1st and 2nd Corps, and even the Republican Guard Division is being mobilized."

"In general, all their teams are moving towards the north, and it seems that they are planning a large-scale combat operation."

"The command level of this operation must be higher than the previous offensives they launched in Aleppo and Raqqa. It should be said that they have put all the efforts of the whole country into it."

“If we fail in this decisive battle, all their armored forces will be reduced to ashes, and the northern gate will be completely open. We can even easily cross Raqqa and Aleppo and launch a direct attack on Damascus.”

"This is an opportunity - should we start early and take action before they do?"

".Not yet."

Yashar shook his head and explained:
"War is a serious matter. The larger the scale of the battle, the less likely it is to take shortcuts."

"The strength comparison between the enemy and us is now very clear. We are the strong ones and they are the weak ones."

"To defeat us, they must gather at least three elements."

"First, they don't make mistakes themselves; second, we make mistakes; third, opportunities exist objectively."

"Now, we don't know if the opportunity exists, let alone if they will make a mistake."

"But as long as we make sure we don't make mistakes, the situation where the weak defeat the strong will not happen."

"So, there is only one thing we need to do: consolidate our own defenses and ensure that this war machine operates normally."

"Don't worry, they can't beat us."

"Their troops are too few and their equipment is too poor. Even if they attack with all their strength, how much trouble can they cause?"

"Contact the rear and dispatch more air defense interception forces and more air reconnaissance forces to our forces. Missile attacks like this cannot happen again."

"clear."

The adjutant nodded slightly, then turned and left.

Looking at the yellow sand outside the command center, Yashar's eyes changed slightly.

He had a hunch that this battle would be the last battle on the Syrian battlefield.

But how will it end?
Nobody knows.

(End of this chapter)