USSR 1991

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Maziel's consideration is that the conflict situation in the Aegean Sea will intensify.

Maziel casually flipped through another page of the newspaper, and an unremarkable piece of news in the corner caught his attention.It was about the news about the British Air Force Base in Cyprus. After the civil war in Libya, the British Air Force Base in Cyprus, which had almost no sense of existence, became the main force to attack the Libyan government forces.But this news made Maziel doubtful.This is news about the introduction of new fighter jets in Cyprus. They will be deployed at the Cyprus Air Force Base and become the backbone of Cyprus.

The doubt in Mazier's heart is that the number of British fighter planes bombing Libya has become saturated, and there is no need to deploy new models.

Isn't it targeting Libya?

What if the aircraft carrier battle group staying in the Greek port is just replenishing fuel?

Thinking of this, the fork in Maziel's hand suddenly fell to the ground, his glasses widened, and the newspaper in his hand was deformed due to too much force.He growled and said, "Damn it, I didn't expect the Americans to use a policy of smacking east and west!"

"Their goal is the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus!"

Chapter 551 S300 Project

Just when the eyes of the whole world were diverted from Turkey and the Soviet Union, Yanayev, who had a keen sense of politics, had already locked his eyes on Greece.He has been paying attention to the recent political trends in the United States before. After the Turkish crisis, the Americans who were originally unwilling have always hoped to win a round on this issue.

When Madeleine started visiting Greece, Yanayev realized something was amiss.Sure enough, when Greece announced the introduction of eight US Perry-class destroyers in three batches, Yanayev felt that things were far from as simple as he imagined.According to Comrade Yazov, Minister of Defense, what is the concept of eight Perry-class destroyers? They are gold-absorbing monsters that the Greek Navy may be short of daily maintenance.Let eight Perry-class destroyers be used as the main ships of the arms race, Greece will not be so rich.

In the end of these destroyers, Yanayev's only thought was to prepare for the unfinished war in 1974.

After that, the movements of the United States became more and more in line with Yanayev's expectations. Secretary of State Madeleine's next target was Cyprus, and after her state visit to Cyprus, Cyprus as a whole did not make any moves.Instead, like a well-behaved cat, it became quiet and silent.However, this silent state made Yanayev feel very tricky, and the entire Moscow high-level was speculating about the conspiracy behind the United States.

After completing the visit to Cyprus, the US aircraft carrier battle group Staniske visited the Greek Navy and stayed at the Greek Navy port.When the United States took this step, Yanayev finally understood.

"It's really beautiful, but I don't know if Mazier can see through the intentions of the Americans." Yanayev stared at the movement of the US aircraft carrier on the map, and was amazed.

Because the Dhekelia base in the United Kingdom is just above the green line of the buffer zone currently under the responsibility of the United Nations security forces, including sending troops in the name of the United Nations to assist the security forces and the original base area garrison, the United Kingdom has a total of about 3 troops for a long-term Residing on the island of Cyprus.Recently, the British military began to add new fighter jets to the military base in Cyprus. Although it was declared to be to attack the Libyan government forces, those things can only deceive ordinary people.

The Dhekelia military base added five fighter jets, and then used a large transport plane to bring in nearly a battalion of the British Army. Could it be that Yanayev is blind and thinks that five fighter jets will match a battalion of Army soldiers? what's the problem?

It has to be said that if it is not the problem of the British army, Yanayev will also think that the United States will put pressure on the Turkish government through Greece to achieve the purpose of containing Turkey.Most likely the sale of ships and missiles.But after watching Madelin's steps, he couldn't laugh at all.The United States is trying to provoke a war in Cyprus by using the means of making a move to attack the west.

"For such an ending, the Soviet Union can only express regret. And express strong concern about what will happen to Turkey." Although the Soviet Union and Turkey formed a short-term alliance.But without exception, Moscow does not want to see Turkey suffer bad luck. The Soviet Union-Turkey friendly policy that Yanayev has always insisted on before is also a foreshadowing of Turkey's encounter today.What's more, even if it becomes a short-term alliance, Turkey will not back down on the management of the strait, which makes Yanayev a little annoyed.

"I really don't know what Mazyer's expression is now? Anger at being deceived? Or a sigh of relief after discovering something tricky?" Minister of Defense Yazov said with a smile. It was also the first time he saw a Turkish face. For such an embarrassing scene.After the coup, Mazier not only failed to obtain a good international political environment, but also encountered a major Waterloo accident.The regime of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is already in turmoil. Under the push of the United States, the situation in Cyprus has become more and more unpredictable.

"What will happen next? Let me make a bold guess." Yanayev repeated President Mario's conspiracy, "The Americans have worked hard to create that they will make a fuss about the maritime border between Greece and Turkey. , In fact, the United States has set its sights on Cyprus, a country that Turkey has always wanted to infiltrate and possess. The United States will support Cyprus in launching a civil war, even if there are peacekeeping troops stationed on the island, it will not stop the determination of the Greeks to restore their homeland. "

"Afterwards, the Stannisk aircraft carrier battle group will escort Cyprus. As long as there is an American aircraft carrier battle group, who dares to dictate what happened on Cyprus? No one. And Greece will not let go of such an opportunity. Will vigorously assist Clerides. In this way, the Northern Cyprus regime created by Turkey's painstaking efforts will no longer be necessary."

Yanayev praised, "This is a complete crushing with mismatched strengths. Maybe there have been some dirty deals behind the scenes between the United Kingdom and the United States. At that time, the two British air force bases in Cyprus will face each other. The northern regime will carry out airstrikes to aid, I think."

President Mario has calculated to this extent, what else can Yanayev say.It seems he is desperate to get Maziel out of office.It's just that the pressure is so tight.Isn't Mario worried about unexpected events?Türkiye's withdrawal from NATO is a big loss.

"Does the Soviet Union need to enter the game?" Yazov asked after being silent for a while.According to Yanayev's meddling character, he will never let go of such an excellent opportunity, not to mention that Greece is still a pro-Soviet country.No matter how you say it, Türkiye is just a short-term interest ally.

"Of course we need it." Yanayev smiled and replied with certainty, "Didn't our negotiations with Greece on the S300 air defense missile project be delayed for a while because of the Turkish coup? I think the negotiations can be restarted now." gone."

The S300 anti-aircraft missile negotiation project was initiated by Greek Defense Minister Agis Sokazapoulos. As a country that does not delay military purchases regardless of whether the Greek economy is in good condition or weak, the Ministry of Defense expenditure has always been in the total expenditure of the Greek government. Serves a hefty portion.

Before that, Soka Zapogros expressed to the Soviet Union the plan to purchase S300 air defense missiles, and the Patriots deployed in Greece constituted the Greek air defense system.These missiles will be deployed on the island of Crete and become Crete's secret weapon to check and balance Turkey.

Moreover, after Greece purchased the S300 air defense missile, Cyprus also purchased this type of missile from Russia and deployed it on its own territory to deal with the threat from Turkey.

"The entry of the S300 anti-aircraft missile means that it will provoke a dispute between Turkey and Greece on the coastline, not to mention that Turkey will have a headache on the issue of Cyprus." Yanayev smiled slightly. If the goal is achieved, then he can tear off his friendly face and openly trade with the pro-Russian Greek regime.

When Greece deploys S300 air defense missiles in Crete, it will stimulate Turkey's nerves even more.Before the Cyprus issue is completed, Turkey will face new disputes in the Aegean Sea.What's more, the Greek government is desperately trying to kill Turkey.

"There is one more thing, General Secretary Yanayev." Yazov hesitated, and said, "The reason why the S300 missile project negotiated with Greece before has been delayed is that Greek Defense Minister Soka Zaporos wants to suppress it as much as possible. The price of the missile, so it led to a stalemate in the negotiations. I am worried..."

"Oh? And this?" Yanayev asked, frowning.

"Well, yes. So I worry that the deployment of S300 missiles may not keep up with this lively feast." Yazov said.

"It's okay, just leave this matter to me." Yanayev is not worried that he will not have the opportunity to clean up the Greek Minister of Defense. After all, the back of every politician is not very clean.Especially the high level of the Greek army.

Yanayev has more secrets about Sokazaporos than he himself knows.

Chapter 552 The Handle of the Greek Minister of Defense

Maziel's intelligence collection was not ineffective, and the Turkish side quickly noticed the news of the Cyprus Army's mobilization of armored troops.So Maziyer immediately notified the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to prepare for the next possible war conflict.At the same time, Mazier also strengthened the military assistance of Turkey and Northern Cyprus, used cargo ships to cover up people's eyes and ears, and transported military fire to the island of Cyprus to support the separatist regime in the north.

Greece and Cyprus are mobilizing before the war, and Turkey has not fallen behind, because he knows that what he is dealing with may be a regime backed by a superpower.So Turkey is ready for a fierce battle.The only thing he cares about is whether the Turkish Navy has the strength to challenge the Stannisk aircraft carrier battle group when the US aircraft carrier battle group intervenes in the dispute.

The Tepe-class frigate, which tried to confront the Soviet Glory-class cruiser before, was not an opponent of the Soviet fleet at all. For the United States, which has a mature sea combat fleet, the Turkish Navy does not seem to be enough for the carrier-based aircraft of the Stannisk aircraft carrier.What's more, there are two Los Angeles-class attack submarines waiting in secret.

All of this is a big problem for Maziel. Turkey alone cannot compete with the Greek Navy, and after the cancellation of the negotiations on the purchase of Perry-class destroyers, Turkey will feel that it has nothing to take. It's time for the ships to fight head-on.

Just when Turkey’s Acting President Maziyer was at a loss, Greek Defense Minister Soka Zaporos was in Moscow for the final S300 air defense missile negotiations. No matter how the Ministry of Defense delegation headed by Yazov negotiated, the price expectations between the two parties There is a gap of almost $700 million.

Yazov provided Minister Sokazaporos with a set quotation of 4000 million U.S. dollars when selling Iran, but Minister Sokazaporos obviously felt that the price offered was a bit expensive, and he hoped that the Soviet delegation could increase the price again. Keep it low.But Yazov clung to the price and did not let go, and the two sides fell into a stalemate for a while.

"The Greek side is only willing to offer a set of 300 million yuan. This is our bottom line." Minister Sokazaporos said with a strong attitude, "We will not spend 4000 million yuan to buy an S300 air defense missile system. What's more The S300 air defense missile system has a lot of equipment, is heavy, and takes a long time to prepare for combat, so it is very likely that it will not be able to intercept other people's missiles in time."

Then you can choose not to buy it.Yazov despised the face of Greek Defense Minister Soka Zaporos. On the one hand, he shouted that it was too expensive, and on the other hand, he was unwilling to get up from the negotiating table to leave.However, according to the instructions of General Secretary Yanayev, Yazov did not choose to face off with Soka Zaporos. He still has the last key card in his hand to win the negotiation.

Yazov patiently explained, "It is impossible for us to propose a price of 3300 million US dollars. 4000 million is also the bottom line given by the Soviet Union. It cannot be lowered. If it is lower, the Soviet Union may unilaterally announce the breakdown of this negotiation. "

Another meaning of Yazov is that Minister Sokazaporos had better stop it. If you really want to buy the S300 air defense missile system sincerely, everyone should follow the market price and don't always think about taking advantage of it.

But Minister Sokazaporos is no longer satisfied with this price. He actually hopes that the price can be lowered to about 3500 million to realize the need to save money.What's more, the Ministry of Defense recently has to pay the balance of the two Perry-class destroyers, so Greece does not have enough funds to squander.

"3400 million, let's take a step back, and it won't be lower." Minister Sokazaporos said through gritted teeth.

Seeing that Minister Sokazaporos still insisted on the price, he could only shake his head regretfully. It seemed that the negotiation between him and Minister Sokazaporos had come to an end.Yazov was already tired of defeating his opponents with fair means. Since neither side could do it, he could only use despicable means to get Minister Sokazaporos to give in.

"By the way, when Minister Sokazaporos was negotiating with Germany, it seemed that he had made some improper transactions, didn't he?" Yazov suddenly raised a sensitive question, which made Minister Sokazaporos a little bit Not sure what Yazov was trying to say.

"It's also a coincidence that this is also a piece of intelligence that KGB intelligence agents inadvertently involved. The evidence shows that Minister Soka Zaporos received about 4800 million US dollars in bribes in the previous missile transaction with Germany, of which 1800 million The U.S. dollar was transferred to the anonymous account of the Swiss bank, isn’t it? Your wife and daughter are suspected of being involved in this case, if it is exposed by the media, how will it affect your future career?”

"Oh, by the way, you seem to be suspected of tax evasion. I wonder if these two charges will be sentenced to 20 years in prison in Greece?"

Yazov spoke unhurriedly, but the content of the words made the haughty Soka Zaporos change his face.He doesn't know where Yazov got the news, but he can accurately tell the amount of his funds and bribes. It seems that the other party is really prepared.

And Yazov, who was sitting opposite Soka Zaporos, also had some doubts in his heart, why did General Secretary Yanayev know the details of the corruption case of the Greek Minister of Defense, and he also easily obtained all the evidence.Including a Swiss bank account opened by Soka Zaporos using her daughter's identity.

"I don't know what you mean." Soka Zaporos quibbled, as long as he insisted on not letting go, who could do anything.By the time the anti-corruption department received wind, Sokazaporos had already transferred all the funds.

Yazov threw the photos and documents in front of Sokazaporos. He smiled and said, "Evidence? We have evidence. And Minister Sokazaporos should not even think about trying to transfer his property, as long as this Negotiations have failed and I'm afraid Greece's anti-corruption service will have all the evidence before you even leave the room."

"You!" Sokazaporos clenched his fists. He has negotiated with the defense departments of various countries, and this is the first time he has seen such a shameless person like the Soviet Union.

Yazov said with a sneer, "You should be thankful why we conducted this negotiation alone, why I had to dismiss other people in the Greek delegation, when I showed this material to your delegation, Soka Secretary Zaporos, you're going to be in prison for the next 20 years."

Yazov pointed to the materials placed in front of Sokazaporos and said, "Choose one of the two, Minister Sokazaporos. Either you promise a 4000 million set of S300 air defense missile system, or you will fight corruption in one minute. The Department received a whistleblower letter from an anonymous source."

"Okay, I agree." Soka Zaporos chose to cooperate with Yazov without hesitation.