“Our country’s war correspondent in Darfur was attacked!”
"Chinese war correspondent was attacked and fortunately escaped safely."
"The leader of the Revolutionary Front armed group Hamidi said: It is a pure misunderstanding."
"The United States solemnly issued a statement: It was purely a unilateral act by the Revolutionary Front organization, and it had nothing to do with it."
"The situation in Darfur is complicated and confusing, and there may be support from other countries behind it."
After Liu Guangyu was attacked, under the deliberate guidance of China, media from various countries began to pay attention to this incident.
And obviously, as long as they have a little understanding of the matter, everyone will focus on the same goal:
USA.
After all, the large amount of exposed American equipment, the extremely familiar style of doing things, and the "source of riots" mentioned intentionally or unintentionally by the Revolutionary Front organization all imply one thing:
The United States has intervened in Darfur affairs on a large scale, and has reached a level sufficient to control some key personnel.
For a time, public opinion was in an uproar.
Not only from the outside, but also from within the United States, there has been a wave of doubts.
Why do this?
Why should we spend a lot of resources to participate in a war that has nothing to do with our own side when the economy is already in extremely difficult circumstances?
Houston has trouble speaking against such doubts.
But fortunately, Congress has not shown dissatisfaction with him yet.
Of course, that could also be because Congress hasn't realized the seriousness of the problem.
They only knew that Guolou and the May Club were involved in this matter, but they did not know that the entire United States had actually been dragged into the water.
No. 603, in Chen Nian's office.
Chen Guo sat across from him with a leisurely expression, drinking tea and said to Chen Nian:
"This time, the beauty is really covered in yellow mud. If it's not shit, it's shit."
"With so much American equipment in front of the camera, it's hard for them to make excuses."
"But I find it quite strange. Why would they do such irrational things at this time?"
"Liu Guangyu is just a reporter, not a spy. What benefits can the United States gain by attacking him?"
After hearing his words, Chen Nian shook his head and replied:
"It's definitely not going to do any good."
"Basically, this is just a certificate of nomination."
"You also know that after the previous weather balloon tactics were made public, the originally organized offensive in Darfur has been postponed, and there is even a trend of ceasefire and peace talks."
"In this case, the United States must find a way to refill the oil tank for them."
"Killing a Chinese is the best way to surrender to Darfur - in other words, it also forces them to a dead end, and they can only follow the route designed by the US."
"This is a very normal strategy. The only thing that surprised me was that it was not Hamidi who took action, but his adjutant."
"This legendary irascible and crazy general doesn't seem as stupid as everyone thinks."
Opposite Chen Guo nodded slightly and said thoughtfully:
"Indeed it is."
"If it weren't for Hamidi's quick response, Liu Guangyu really wouldn't have been able to survive."
"Even if our drone flies over, it is impossible to actually participate in the battle, and the final result cannot be changed."
At this point, Chen Guo changed the subject.
"However, the performance of Rainbow-9 is indeed better than we expected. It is not that there is no radar in Sudan, but it has penetrated to Darfur and returned from Darfur without being detected by radar waves. Its stealth performance Really excellent.”
"of course."
Chen Nian replied proudly.
In fact, the Rainbow-9 drone is not an upgraded version of the Rainbow-8, but a multi-functional version of the Rainbow-8.
After Chengfei's improvements, the stealth performance, low-altitude and low-speed performance and endurance performance have been greatly improved.
This allows it to better adapt to the needs of long-distance flight operations, and its reconnaissance capabilities and precision strike capabilities have been enhanced.
However, compared with the Rainbow-8, its bomb load is greatly reduced. At best, it can carry two ground-attack missiles or four air-to-air missiles.
But fortunately, it is impossible for such a drone to undertake the task of saturation bombing. Its mission is to go deep behind enemy lines, bear the risk of being destroyed, and attack key enemy targets.
Initially, this drone was actually prepared for Vietnam.
But since Treasure Island's stalls were rolled out on a large scale, J-20Cs were deployed, and J-22s were patrolled on a regular basis, the sea calmed down almost instantly.
Originally planned to be deployed to Treasure Island, the Rainbow-9 used for tactical exchange has no use.
As a result, it was delivered to various army units, and one of them was sent to the Blue Army camp in South Sudan.
Unexpectedly, just a few months after arriving there, this drone has already made great achievements.
Thinking of this, Chen Nian suddenly felt something in his heart.
He opened his mouth and said:
"Maybe we should consider opening some overseas bases."
"Opening an overseas base? Are you too anxious?"
Chen Guo asked in surprise.
"Well, there's no need to worry."
"Historically, the number of a country's overseas military bases must be linked to the country's military strength. When your military strength reaches a certain level, you have to open bases even if you don't have to."
"Now, we are at the critical point of military breakthrough. Once we cross it, the speed of development will be extremely alarming."
"So, it's best to be prepared in advance."
"What's more, there is a major opportunity right in front of us."
"what chance?"
Chen Guo asked.
"Sudan Naval Port."
Chen Nian answered without hesitation.
Speaking of overseas "supply depots", perhaps the most famous one in the era when he traveled back in time was the supply depot in Djibouti, Ethiopia.
But in fact, he knows very well that the one in Africa that China, the United States and Russia are really fighting over is the one in Port Sudan.
It is a natural port with developed transportation and strategic location. Taking Port Sudan is equivalent to driving a nail into the entire African continent.
The troops stationed there can reach all over Africa.
If there is a problem in any area, at the speed of a fighter jet, it can be there within an hour.
It can be said that if China wants to advance its African strategy, the Sudan military port is a springboard that must be stepped on - economic alone is not enough. Only with sufficient military deterrence can its citizens feel confident and bold to make money.
"Sudan Military Port? That's a good idea."
"With our current relationship with Sudanese officials, we do have an advantage if we want to capture this port."
"However, the infrastructure level in Port Sudan is too poor. After taking over, I'm afraid we will have to spend a lot of time in construction and operation."
Chen Nian smiled slightly and replied:
"Are we still afraid of this?"
"So many gantry cranes, cranes, excavators, and even sand dredgers are not just for domestic use."
Under strong deterrence, the situation in Darfur has entered a temporary period of calm.
Of course, that doesn't mean the problems there have been completely solved.
In fact, after dealing with Khalifa's "rebels", Hamidi immediately started a new round of negotiations with the United States.
The previously slow-moving technical support plan has made new progress. He can't wait to hope that his biggest backer can truly project their power to this land as soon as possible.
The reason is simple. The enemy he faces now is not just Khartoum.
Drones can fly over their heads, why can't missiles?
What if one day I accidentally make a mistake?
What if one day, those Chinese people finally decide to personally intervene in Darfur's affairs and completely side with Khartoum?
By that time, do you still have any chance of survival?
He knows his own strength very well.
There is still a chance to hit Khartoum.
But if you were in front of such a huge creature, or even if you were trampled to death, you might not be able to react.
Therefore, he almost accepted all the harsh conditions proposed by the United States.
There is only one requirement:
Protect the top of your head.
In this regard, Houston has shown great sincerity. The number of anti-aircraft vehicles originally planned has been increased to 6, and relevant technical personnel will be in place soon.
Their asking price is also very reasonable - they just want to get the rights to exploit all the oil fields, including South Sudan.
Hamidi apparently did not realize what such an asking price meant.
Oil is Sudan's biggest strategic trump card, but he plans to hand it over directly
Obviously, once Khartoum is captured, the entire Sudan will become a pawn for the United States to disrupt the situation in Africa.
The storm is coming, and under the seemingly calm situation, a huge storm is brewing.
There is not much time left for China to prepare.
At the same time, 603 schools.
Tang Changhong looked at the H-20 that was about to complete the last assembly process with emotion, his face full of emotion.
He pointed at the workers who were riveting the landing gear and said to Chen Nian beside him:
"Xiao Nian, look, this is a landing gear made of new M-300-2 steel."
"Although no special take-off and landing tests have been conducted, according to the preliminary material strength test results, the fatigue resistance of this landing gear is at least 40% higher than the M-300 steel we used before."
"Before, we thought that if the worst happened, we would be more diligent and do more repairs and maintenance."
"Now it seems that your method is better and solves the problem fundamentally!"
Chen Nian smiled modestly and replied:
"Actually, it's not a big deal. It's all about climbing on the shoulders of giants."
"If it hadn't been for the ten or twenty years of research by Professor Zhao from the Materials Research Institute, no matter how genius I am, I would not have been able to come up with a solution for new materials in such a short period of time."
"The same applies to the previous large-tow carbon fiber. It's you who really solved the problem."
"You!"
Tang Changhong shook his head funnyly and continued:
"Young man, sometimes don't be too modest."
"You are too modest, and you will appear sluggish."
"Twenty-year old is the time to see all the flowers in Chang'an in one day. Don't make yourself too depressed."
"Besides, how can I, the chief engineer, not see whose contribution is greater? You can bear the praise!"
After a moment of pause, Tang Changhong continued:
"After this project is over, I originally planned to apply to my superiors for some rewards on behalf of the project team."
"But after reporting it, what do you think they said?"
"They said that with my specifications, I am not qualified to give you a reward yet. They will communicate with you directly about the specific reward."
"To be honest, this is the first time I've been told that I'm not qualified. Xiao Nian, tell me what you want, and I'll find a way to get it for you!"
Chen Nian scratched his head subconsciously. He originally wanted to answer Tang Changhong seriously, but as soon as he opened his mouth, nonsensical words rushed out uncontrollably:
"I want a Star Destroyer."
"Then you can make it yourself. I really can't do this."
Tang Changhong naturally knew that he was joking, so he didn't take it to heart.
However, he was actually secretly thinking, what kind of reward would be worthy of Chen Nian's current contribution?
His superiors had built a museum for him before, which was almost the highest reward an individual could receive.
If you want to express your feelings, you can only do it in a unique way.
It’s better to let it go for now, I don’t have any idea anyway.
At this time, the installation of the H-20's landing gear device had entered the final stage.
Both of them stopped talking, and just watched nervously as the workers were busy riveting and welding the landing gear.
As long as this step is completed, the H-20 will be completely formed.
"I've been waiting for this day for 20 years."
Tang Changhong suddenly said.
Chen Nian turned his head subconsciously, only to find that there was a faint glimmer of water in his eyes.
He quickly looked away and pretended not to notice and replied:
"Yes, many people are looking forward to this plane taking off - starting from the H-6, we have indeed waited too long."
Hearing this, Tang Changhong sighed heavily.
At this moment, many images flashed through his mind.
The old desk lamp in the laboratory flickers on and off for more than ten years.
On the bookshelf is the B-2 bomber model that someone brought back from the United States.
The Tu-160 covered by heavy snow in Siberia and the amazing arc of its wingtips.
At the banquet, there was a teacher with a red face who kept speaking Russian.
A pair of eyes looking up at the sky with envy
These pictures were so broken that even he himself could not recall when and where what happened in the pictures.
But without exception, these images are deeply engraved in my mind.
Also engraved in my mind are the emotions carried by those images.
Reluctance, anger, hope, loss, humiliation, surprise
Carrying these emotions is an "expectation" that has never changed.
"We must come up with our own bombers."
"We must compare with the B-2, and we must make those who are reluctant to sell our Tu-160 regret it."
Such "expectations" have taken root since he entered this industry, and it has been a full 30 years now.
Fortunately, thirty years have not worn away my faith.
On the contrary, this belief becomes even more intense.
And now, it’s time for this “expectation” to be fulfilled.
Tang Changhong silently withdrew his gaze, looked at Chen Nian aside and said:
"Everything is ready, all we need is the east wind."
My head hurts a lot today. I don’t know what’s wrong with me lately. I feel all kinds of discomfort.
Maybe it's seasonal change syndrome
Go to sleep first, the H-20 will take off tomorrow
