Soviet Union 1991

Second update

Just when the world's attention is turning away from Türkiye and the Soviet Union, Yanayev, who has a keen political sense, has set his sights on Greece. He had been paying attention to the recent political trends in the United States before. After the Turkish crisis, the originally unwilling Americans had been hoping to get back on this issue.

When Madeleine began visiting Greece, Yanayev realized something was wrong. Sure enough, when Greece announced that it would introduce eight Perry-class destroyers from the United States 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 money-sucking monsters for the Greek Navy that may be tight on daily maintenance. Let eight Perry-class destroyers be used as the main ships in the arms race, and Greece will not be so wealthy.

The only thing Yanayev thought about the outcome of these destroyers was to prepare for the unfinished war in 1974.

Since then, the movements of the United States have become more and more consistent with Yanayev's expectations. Secretary of State Madeleine's next target is Cyprus, and after the 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 even more fishy. The entire top brass in Moscow were speculating on the conspiracy behind the United States.

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

"It's such a beautiful attack in the east and west, but I don't know if Maziel can see through the intentions of the Americans." Yanayev stared at the movements of the American aircraft carrier on the map and marveled.

Because the British Deckelia base is located just above the green line of the buffer zone currently under the responsibility of the United Nations security forces, including troops sent in the name of the United Nations to assist security and the original base area garrison, the United Kingdom has a total of about 3,500 troops on a long-term basis. Resides on the island of Cyprus. Recently, the British government has begun to replenish new fighter jets to the military base in Cyprus. Although it claims to be to fight against the Libyan government forces, those things can only deceive the average person.

The Dekelia military base added five fighter jets, and then used a large transport plane to bring in nearly a battalion of the British Army. Is it true that Yanayev is blind and doesn't think that five fighter jets with one battalion of Army soldiers will not be enough? What's the problem?

I have to say that if it weren't for the British team, Yanayev would have thought that the United States was exerting pressure on the Turkish government through Greece to achieve the purpose of containing Turkey. The most likely thing is to sell ships and missiles. But after watching Madeline's steps, he couldn't laugh at all. The United States is trying to provoke a war in Cyprus by using the means of attacking the east and attacking the west.

"The Soviet Union can only express regret for such an ending. It also expresses strong concern about what will happen to Turkey." Although the Soviet Union and Turkey formed a short-lived alliance. But everyone in Moscow does not want to see Turkey suffer misfortune. The Soviet-Turkey friendly policy that Yanayev has always insisted on has also foreshadowed Türkiye's experience today. What's more, even if it becomes a short-lived alliance, Türkiye will not give in on the management of the strait, which makes Yanayev a little annoyed.

"I really don't know what Maziyel's expression is now? Angry at being deceived? Or secretly relieved after discovering the trick?" Defense Minister Yazov said with a smile. This was also the first time he saw Turkish faces. to such an embarrassing scene. After the coup, instead of seeking a good international political environment, Maziel encountered a major Waterloo accident. The regime of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is already in turmoil. With the push of the United States from all parties, the situation in Cyprus as a whole has become increasingly unpredictable.

"What kind of scene will happen next? Let me make a bold guess." Yanayev recounted President Mario's conspiracy, "The Americans have painstakingly created the illusion 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 penetrate and possess. The United States will support Cyprus in launching a civil war. Even if peacekeeping troops are stationed on the island, it will not stop the determination of the Greeks to regain their homeland."

"Then the Stanisk aircraft carrier battle group will escort Cyprus. As long as there is an American aircraft carrier battle group, who dares to dictate what happens on the island of Cyprus? No one. And Greece will not let go of such an opportunity. It will definitely We will vigorously assist Clerides. In this way, the existence of the Northern Cyprus regime that Turkey has worked so hard to create will no longer be necessary.”

Yanayev clicked his tongue and praised, "This is a complete crushing of mismatched strength. Perhaps there have been some dirty deals between the United Kingdom and the United States. By then, the two British air bases in Cyprus will compete against each other. I think the northern government will carry out air strikes to assist.”

President Mario has calculated to this extent, what else can Yanayev say. It seems that he is desperate to remove Maziel from power. It's just that the pressure is so tight. Isn't Mario worried about emergencies? Türkiye's withdrawal from NATO would be a big loss.

"Does the Soviet Union need to get involved?" Yazov was silent for a while and then asked. According to Yanayev's character, he would never let go of such an excellent opportunity, not to mention that Greece is a pro-Soviet country. After all, Türkiye is only a short-term interest ally.

"Of course it is needed." Yanayev smiled and replied affirmatively, "Didn't our negotiations with Greece on the 300 anti-aircraft missile project be delayed for a while because of the Turkish coup? I think we can restart the negotiations now. ”

The 300 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 economic situation is good or weak, the Ministry of Defense expenditure has always played a leading role in the total expenditure of the Greek government. A heavy share.

Soka Zapogros had previously expressed to the Soviet Union its plan to purchase 300 anti-aircraft missiles, which together with the Patriots deployed in Greece would form the Greek air defense system. These missiles will be deployed on the island of Crete and become Crete’s secret weapon to balance Türkiye.

Moreover, after Greece purchased 300 anti-aircraft missiles, Cyprus also purchased missiles of this type from Russia and deployed them on its own soil to deal with threats from Turkey.

"The entry of 300 anti-aircraft missiles means that it will provoke a dispute between Turkey and Greece over the coastline, not to mention that Turkey will have a headache over the Cyprus issue." Yanayev smiled slightly, since the United States was allowed to attack Turkey. If the goal is achieved, then I can tear off my friendly face and deal openly with the pro-Russian Greek regime.

When Greece deploys 300 anti-aircraft missiles on Crete, it will further stimulate Türkiye's nerves. While the Cyprus issue is not yet complete, Türkiye will face a new Aegean Sea dispute. What's more, the Greek government is trying its best to kill Turkey.

"One more thing, General Secretary Yanayev." Yazov hesitated and said, "The reason why the 300 missile project negotiated with Greece has been delayed is because Greek Defense Minister Soka Zapoulos wanted to keep it as low as possible. The price of the missiles has led to a deadlock in the negotiations."

"Oh? Is there anything else about this?" Yanayev asked with a frown.

"Well, yes. So I'm worried that the deployment of 300 missiles may not be able to keep up with this lively feast." Yazov said.

"It's okay, just leave this matter to me." Yanayev is not worried about not having a chance to deal with the Greek Minister of Defense. After all, every politician's behind is not very clean. Especially the top brass of the Greek military.

Yanayev holds many more secrets of Soka Zapoulos than he knows himself. To be continued