Go back in time and be a chaebol

Chapter 1129 Nanyang’s Choice (Third update, please subscribe)

The coup on July 14 shocked the whole world!

Whether it is the Western world or the Eastern world.

The former were shocked by the bloodiness of the coup - the dismembered bodies of the king and regent were dragged by the mob and hung in the streets, and the royal family was eradicated.

What shocked them was not just the bloodiness of the insurgency, but more importantly - Iraq is a pro-Western country!

At this time, the situation in Jordan was also shaky - the number of rebellious Iraqi troops was about 55,000, which was more than twice the number of Jordanian troops. At the same time, there were also members of the Free Officers Movement among the Jordanian officers, so the Jordanian army was unreliable.

Faced with the reality that his cousin's family was massacred and almost no one survived, King Hussein of Jordan called for help in panic. The sudden collapse of the Iraqi Kingdom was like a thunderclap. The shocked United States and Britain launched military interventions in Lebanon and Jordan respectively.

British paratroopers began landing in Jordan. On July 7, about 18 British soldiers were transferred, as well as a considerable number of British air force units. Subsequently, new British infantry units landed in the Aqaba area, and soon the total number of British troops reached . The British troops landed after consulting with the US government, which stated that it supported the actions of the United Kingdom government.

This time, the response from Britain and the United States was quick, and their actions saved the two countries.

As the center of the storm, how will the United States and Britain resolve the Iraq issue?

Should we invade Iraq and help it restore its rule, as the Soviets claimed? Or should we sit back and do nothing?
"Although the coup soldiers are pro-Nasser and are likely to join the UAE, we believe that Iraq may not be willing to be dominated by the UAE and may come into conflict with Nasser."

In the study of "Daming Palace", Dulles said in a very serious tone.

"If the United States recognizes the Republic of Iraq, it will not only weaken the impression that the United States is against Pan-Arabism, but also help improve the image of the Western world in the entire Middle East. It will also promote a change - Iraq will become "another center of the Middle East" after Egypt. This can reduce Nasser's influence in the Middle East to a certain extent."

Looking at Dulles who came from Washington, Li Yian understood what they meant.

"So you have decided to recognize Baghdad!"

In fact, he was not surprised that the Americans would do this. In another world, just half a year later, the United States recognized the Baghdad regime, and just as they expected, the new government's deputy prime minister Arif publicly called for a full merger with the UAE formed by Egypt and Syria. As the leader of the coup, the founding prime minister Kassem opposed this - no one would give up power. So in order to fight against Arif and others, Kassem used the power of the other side - the left-wing forces to counter Arif.

The United States viewed Kassem's suppression of Arif as a challenge to Nasser's authority. At first, the Americans may have gloated over the internal strife in Iraq. But as the saying goes, choose the lesser of two evils. For the United States, an Iraq taken over by the left is naturally more terrifying than an Iraq incorporated into the UAE.

This also led to many subsequent events in Iraq.

"This is for our common interests. If we exert pressure, Baghdad will inevitably turn to Nasser and the Soviet Union. On the contrary, if we recognize it, it may cause internal divisions. Therefore, Washington will recognize Baghdad in the near future, but before that, Mr. President hopes to get your understanding."

Why is it “understanding”?
This was because Princess Addis was in Southeast Asia. The Nanyang government not only issued a statement condemning the rebellion in Baghdad, but also expressed support for Princess Addis.

In this situation, it is very necessary to gain the understanding of Nanyang.

After thinking for a moment, Li Yian said:

"I know that in the Cold War, there is no good or evil, right or wrong. The Cold War is also a war, and everything is done to defeat the Soviet Union."

In fact, this is the essence of the Cold War—there is no good or evil in the Cold War, only success or failure. The winner is the master of history, and the loser will become the foil of evil. This was true of the US-Soviet Cold War. It is also true of the Great War.

The victor wins all praise and is as holy as a lotus!

The losers are trampled and cursed, and bear all the bad reputation!
"Thank you for your understanding, sir."

Before Dulles had time to be happy, Li Yian spoke.

"But if we do this, it is very likely to set a precedent - we can abandon our allies at any time. In this case, who among our allies will believe us?"

Faced with the counter-question, Dulles was silent for a while and said.

"Sir, this is for a longer-term goal. As you said, in the Cold War, there is no distinction between good and evil, right and wrong. We are fighting for victory in the future."

“But someone has to hold the line.”

Li Yian looked at Dulles and said.

“The United States can recognize them, but Nanyang will break off diplomatic relations with Baghdad.”

"what?"

Dulles was surprised.

"Sir, are you sure?"

This reaction is too intense, even Washington did not react in this way. It is not that it did not react, but that it was not necessary at all, after all, it was just Iraq.

There's no need to react so drastically on their behalf.

Facing his reaction, Li Yian said:
"Mr. Secretary, someone in the Western world has to uphold some bottom line. Let us uphold the bottom line."

In fact, this is not sticking to the bottom line, but just laying the groundwork for intervening in Iraq in the future. If the new Iraqi regime is recognized now, how can it interfere in the future? Therefore, the easiest option for Nanyang now is to break off diplomatic relations.

"Your Excellency, you should know that doing this may lead to opposition from the entire Middle East."

"Is it important?"

Li Yian asked rhetorically.

"How many divisions do they have?"

His answer made Dulles burst into laughter.

Yes, if it weren’t for the threat from the Soviet Union, no one in the Middle East would care about them!

Then Li Yian said:
"But I have one more request..."

……

"…So, for now, the United States and Britain have given up the option of intervening in Iraq, and they will recognize Qassem in the near future!"

At the manor, Li Yian recounted his conversations with Dulles and America's ideas.

"No,"

Addis said excitedly.

"How could they do this? Don't they know that only we will follow their footsteps, not the Russians!"

In the entire Middle East, the Kingdom of Iraq is the most pro-British existence. In fact, this is a common phenomenon - all royal families are pro-British and pro-American, which is why they were overthrown - they are regarded by the locals as spokesmen for imperialism.

Li Yian hurriedly comforted.

"This is the reality. If they were to send troops, they would need to deploy tens of thousands of troops to intervene in Iraq, but neither the United States nor Britain is willing to commit such forces. They can only limit themselves to carrying out smaller tasks and maintaining Jordan as one of their strongholds in the Middle East, rather than large-scale military intervention."

"What about Nanyang?"

Addis asked, looking at him.

"You, you can...you can help me and help our children."

Facing the princess who was trying to grasp the last straw, Li Yian thought for a moment and said.

"Listen to me, we have a lot to do now, and Nanyang will always stand by your side."

Li Yian held her hand and said:

"But we must take into account a reality - the Qassem government has the broadest and most comprehensive support from the local people, from farmers to citizens, from intellectuals to businessmen, they all support Qassem under the banner of democracy, which is incomparable to the royal family. If we send troops now, the enemy we face is not 50,000 Iraqi troops, but 7 million Iraqis who are resisting the invasion of the imperialists."

The man's answer made Addis' heart tremble, and he looked at him with despair in his eyes.

"Are you, are you going to give up on us too?"

She was desperate at this time. She did not expect that her lover and her son's father would also give up their support for them.

"It's not about giving up, but about counterattacking for a better outcome!"

Holding the woman's hand, Li Yian said.

"Just like what the Americans said, Kassem is absolutely unwilling to be under Nasser. Those who have tasted the sweetness of power will not give up power. He will oppose the merger with the Arab League, which means that he must win support from other parties. The left-wing forces are his choice, and he will use the left-wing forces to fight against the pro-Nasser elements. But this is also his naivety, which may lead to the infiltration of the left and pro-Soviet forces out of control. This will also bring about another situation - Kassem uses the left to defeat the opposition, and he will not be able to get rid of the influence of the Soviet Union. In order to ensure power, he has to wield a big knife against the left, which will cause its internal limitations to fall into turmoil in the future - as long as there is no common enemy, then they will kill each other!"

However, in response to Li Yian's analysis, Princess Addis looked at him straight and said.

"Are you going to give up on us?"

"I've said before, we need to wait for the right time, until they kill each other, until the tribes clash with each other, until their conflicts are irreconcilable, then when we enter again, we will no longer be invaders, but liberators!"

"That's when, you're giving up on us."

"No, Princess, I think what you said is very right!"

At this time, a voice came from outside.

(End of this chapter)