Chapter 448: Combine Vertically and Horizontally

No resolution was reached on sending peacekeeping troops to Kashmir amid fierce opposition from Indian representatives.

"But this matter can also be used in the Palestinian-Israeli war, right?" After the meeting, the American representatives communicated with each other when they left the meeting. Except for India, most countries agreed with the peacekeeping force just organized, and even among them Pakistan, on the other hand, also agrees with this.

"Things in India are still quite troublesome. We cannot offend this new country, which is currently the largest. It may allow the Soviets to take advantage of the situation and establish influence in India. We have verified through the British that Nehru is indeed a socialist. , once the United States takes an opposing position against India, it may cause India to turn to the Soviet Union, which is detrimental to the interests of the United States."

"There are also problems in the Palestinian-Israeli war. Although we have pressured London through diplomatic channels to give up supporting the Arab coalition, Britain has been operating in the Middle East for a long time and has told the Arabs all about Israel through the power of public opinion. Now the Arab countries in the Middle East The morale is high and the Jews, who have a population of only 800,000, must be driven overboard.”

The American representatives discussed while walking, and they expressed admiration. The British Empire's disruptive methods were indeed well-deserved, and the United States could not criticize invisible public opinion.

Although it is widely publicized in the Arab world, the United States was the first country to recognize Israel. The problem is that this is not false. The United States is indeed the first country to recognize Israel.

Furthermore, by claiming that Israel has a population of only 800,000, although it is definitely a sinister intention, it is difficult to gain leverage to exert pressure. Because this is also a fact, but this fact is used by the Arabs after they know it, which stimulates the Arabs' fighting spirit.

On the contrary, as the number of Arab troops mobilized increased, the two armistice periods won did not seem to change the dilemma faced by the Israelis.

The United Kingdom, in fact, is Alan Wilson. This live broadcast of throwing bombs into the latrines really left the Americans with nothing to do.

"Let's discuss it with the Soviets!" As soon as these words came out, several American diplomats nodded frequently.

Although it was as early as 1943, it was a period when World War II had passed the peak of military struggle and politics occupied a greater proportion.

During this period, the blueprint for the postwar world designed by the United States was: "Establishing a free trade system worldwide. The obstacles to this major policy goal were the postwar flood of social revolution and the expansion of the Soviet Union's sphere of influence.

This plan regarded the Soviet Union as an enemy, but the enemy was not uncooperative. The United States was the first to declare its recognition of the state of Israel. The Soviet Union was the second country to recognize Israel.

The interests of the United States and the Soviet Union were identical for the new nation of Israel.

During the ceasefire, Israel obtained a large amount of small arms, artillery and ammunition from Czechoslovakia, which is evidence of this. Regular air transports from Prague to Rehovot were even organized. The aircraft was purchased from the United States. The diplomacy of American and Soviet coexistence was evident in the war in Palestine.

From the establishment of the state of Israel to the outbreak of war, Washington and Moscow have maintained communication and adopted a joint stance of supporting Israel. Now the United States just needs the help of the Soviet Union again.

The communication technology of modern society is not comparable to that of ancient times. Having made up its mind, Washington immediately contacted Moscow to express the common position of the United States and the Soviet Union.

"Sending peacekeeping troops to Palestine?" Stalin listened to Molotov's words and then said, "In this way, doesn't the Soviet Union stand on the opposite side of the Arab countries? Diplomatically, we can provide convenience, but we cannot allow the presence of Red Army soldiers. Standing in front of the Arab soldiers.”

"This matter is really very troublesome. Although Britain withdrew its military forces under pressure from the United States, it deliberately used tactics before leaving to make Israel very passive in terms of diplomacy and public opinion." Moloto The husband pondered for a moment and thought of an example, "Just like the evacuation in British India, it has now led to a war between India and Pakistan."

"This example is very vivid!" Stalin showed a fatherly smile. "According to some reliable information, when Britain allows its colonies to become independent in the future, they will adopt similar methods and use partition to deal with the wave of independence."

Molotov sighed and said after a long time, "In this case, the British are too shameless. Whether the news is reliable or not, according to our analysis of the British colonial governance policy, the British generally choose to merge colonies for governance, regardless of Whether it is the white dominions of Canada and Australia, or India and Malaya, many small colonies were merged. At present, only British India has been re-partitioned."

"Policies can be changed. Maybe the British discovered the benefits." Stalin narrowed his eyes and said solemnly, "As for the source of the intelligence, Comrade Molotov only needs to know that it is absolutely reliable."

Stalin still fully trusted the intelligence from the Cambridge Five. These foreign comrades with ideals were more real than a certain moral vacuum.

"Then since we can't stand against the Arab countries, then we reject the American proposal?" Molotov asked the supreme leader for his opinion. After all, this matter involves the country's major policies. Although it is related to diplomacy, it is also It's not up to him as the foreign minister.

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"No, we agree that the current situation in the Middle East is dominated by the United States and Britain and France, which represent the old colonial power. Israel is an opportunity and it still has a role. We all understand that over time, Israel will inevitably turn to the United States. There is also psychological preparation for this. So we must be cautious in the method of support." Stalin sighed, "We support the US peacekeeping force plan, support is support, but military force must not be used, and even if we are willing, the Americans will not If not, do they want soldiers of the Soviet Red Army to stand on the soil of the Middle East?"

If the Soviet Union controls the Middle East, the oil supply to European and American countries will be cut off, and Europe will be surrounded. The Soviet Union will not waste a single shot, and Europe will have to implement neutrality.

Stalin could understand this problem, and the United States, Britain and France could also understand it. This is the real situation in the Middle East now. No one is on the same side as anyone. Britain and France are still struggling. If the Soviet Union wants to drive a nail in, it is best to bring the United States, Britain and France together. The three countries were tied together and stood against the Arabs.

But at present, the British are not a fuel-efficient lamp. They use the undamaged power of public opinion to make Arab countries, especially Arab countries with royal families, think that the United States and the Soviet Union are Israel's biggest supporters, and the United Kingdom is completely Two fists are no match for four hands.

The United States is currently the strongest among the countries involved, but Britain and France are veteran players in the Middle East after all.

The Soviet Union is just around the corner. Although the United States is the strongest, it also has its own difficulties. The first is the Jewish power in the country. The second is that, like the Soviet Union, there is no good entry point.

As a new player, the United States has no choice but to support Israel because of its domestic Jewish power and its status as a new player like the Soviet Union. Only by successfully establishing influence in the Middle East through Israel can it think about expanding its power with a foundation, and everything will begin. Difficult, this is the situation facing the United States.

As long as Israel is preserved, there will always be opportunities to slowly expand its power in the Middle East.

After discussions between Stalin and Molotov, Moscow formally responded to Washington, expressing its support for the UN proposal to send peacekeeping troops. The premise is that Israel accepts it!

There are two main issues at the United Nations in the near future. Like Moscow, New Delhi is also meeting to discuss them. However, the opinion is surprisingly unanimous, that is, they refuse to let the military of other countries intervene in the Kashmir issue.

Both Nehru and Patel believed that this was Britain's preparation for a comeback. You must know that there is a brigade-sized British army that has been staying in Junagadh since the war broke out in Kashmir. Another brigade was in Portuguese Goa, apparently watching the progress of the war.

Now the British are still watching. If India cannot win the Kashmir War beautifully, or at least gain an advantage, maybe the British will feel that they can make a comeback.

Of course, compared to Patel's tough refusal, Nehru still spoke to the ministers of various departments present, "Of course we must reject the intervention of foreign forces in Kashmir, but diplomacy is not just about showing toughness. We must pass on the legacy left in Kashmir. British people in India said that the special relationship between Britain and India still exists and the relationship between the two countries will not fade because of India's independence."

Nehru's words made many people nod involuntarily. In their eyes, although the British Empire was no longer unique, it was still one of the most powerful countries in the world. It was no worse than the United States and the Soviet Union. It was impossible to give it no face at all.

"Let the ambassador in London gain the understanding of the British, but at the United Nations General Assembly we maintain our previous attitude and sternly reject it."

Discussions are taking place among the various countries involved ahead of formal discussions on the peacekeeping force proposal.

Israel, which is at the core of the proposal, is of course very much in favor of this. It even took the initiative to approach the United States and said that if India rejects the United Nations proposal to send peacekeeping troops, it does not matter. Israel agrees.

If this were Israel decades later, it would never call for peace before the war started. However, at this time in 1948, Israel, which had just been born, was still reasonable and did not have the bloat accumulated from its victory in the Middle East war. .

As a country directly facing the Arab coalition, Israel can best feel what it feels like as more and more armed forces from various countries gradually pile up together.