"Can your country really not return to the Philippines? The problem of the Netherlands East India has seriously endangered the interests of the South China Sea. The Philippines is also very nervous. Is President Roosevelt willing to turn a blind eye?" Under the wide open maple leaves, a small coffee table was placed. The coffee on the coffee table wafted out a strong fragrance. Ambassador Xu Gesen sat on the rattan chair and looked anxiously at Jansen and Stu Leiden opposite him.

The situation in the Far East has become like a wild horse. Japan sends troops to Batavia on the excuse of revenge. Britain and France are bound by Europe. Yang Qiu deliberately shirks the responsibility. The Netherlands is completely unable to independently protect the Dutch East India. These have made the British Empire frustrated. Southeast Asia is a must-have. No matter whether it has signed a protection agreement with the Dutch government, the Strait of Malacca, which accounts for half of the world's shipping, cannot be lost! Losing Malacca means losing the Far East. Japan understands, China understands, and even Jensen sitting opposite understands.

.So when Prime Minister Chamberlain resolves the Sudeten crisis, he will definitely turn back and force Japan to withdraw his troops! But no matter how he forces him, he must consider any excuse. You must know that Britain is no longer the same in the Far East. Except for Singapore and Malaya, there is about 100,000 troops and the Far East fleet with sunsets, it is impossible to draw too many troops from other regions. In Asia alone, the strength comparison cannot be compared with China and Japan, so he, a diplomat, must win over more allies for Britain before the Prime Minister makes a decision.

In fact, he knew in his heart that the United States, which had withdrawn from the Philippines, would definitely not come back now, because the domestic political atmosphere rejected the possibility of sending troops to Asia again, so he came this time mainly because he hoped that the United States would stop selling supplies to Japan and force Japan to leave the Dutch East India.

Jansen picked up the coffee, understood his thoughts, and smiled and said, "Mr. Ambassador, the Philippines has become independent. Moreover, the Japanese government has not invaded the Philippines, so our country cannot fulfill its obligations. Of course, I am also very concerned about the current situation in the Netherlands East India. The Kingdom of the Netherlands is a neutral country recognized by countries around the world, but the Japanese government is not invading this time, but is just catching the murderer! Of course, in line with the principle of not selling weapons to warring areas, I still made suggestions, asking the White House to stop selling weapons and supplies to Japan, and hope that President Roosevelt can reply as soon as possible."

Xu Gesen was satisfied with this sentence. It is indeed unlikely that the United States would return to the Philippines in a short period of time. As for Japan's so-called statement, he did not believe that children could only deceive children. His greatest hope now is to hold back China, the United States, France and China. Using the previous method of interfering in the return of Liao, they put pressure on Japan together to prohibit him from sending troops to the Dutch East India. But as soon as he was about to continue speaking, he saw Major Stilwell jogging all the way.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Xu Gesen."

"Col. Is there anything wrong?" Seeing that he ran away in a hurry, Jansen asked after he said hello.

Stilwell nodded, and even showed a shock on his face before speaking: "Mr. Ambassador, the Chinese Foreign Ministry called me just now. Please attend a press conference an hour later. They said that the Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense will attend and announce something."

"Mr. Wang Zhengting announced it himself?" Jensen slowly put down his cup and his face became solemn. What should the Prime Minister announce to reporters? You must know that Beijing is different from the United States. The official customs of thousands of years cannot be changed within 30 years. Although Wang Zhengting's status is comparable to that of the US Secretary of State, he rarely attends public news events. However, if anyone attends, there must be a major event to be announced. Of course, Yang Qiu is an exception. He is an alternative oriental. He likes to contact the media and promote his political and political goals through newspapers and radio.

So let alone the two ambassadors, even Mr. Stuart's good-looking Mr. Leighton was surprised and asked, "Col. Stilwell, can you know what's going on?"

Stilwell first looked at Xu Gesen before saying, "I just got a piece of news that Chinese naval aircraft bombed the Balibaban oil field this morning!"

"What!"

"What!"

"What!"

Although Stilwell did not know the truth and said the Air Force to the Navy, three shocks blurted out in unison. Then the embassy staff saw Ambassador Xu Gesen and Ambassador Jensen, who were usually strict in their words and deeds, rushed into the car like children. When they arrived at the press conference room of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it was already crowded with people. Ten minutes later, Prime Minister Wang Zhengting of the Republic of China and Minister of Defense Song Ziqing arrived together, and the former officially disclosed the news of bombing the Balibaban oil field to the press and diplomats from all over the world.

A stone caused a thousand waves! No one expected that China, which refused to send troops to Southeast Asia the day before yesterday, would suddenly attack the oil field of Balibaban, Ying-Dutch Shell Petroleum Company! And judging from the words just now, it was obviously completely destroyed!

"Mr. Prime Minister, why should we attack the Balibaban oil field? Is this a declaration of war on Japan?"

"Mr. Minister, is the Natuna Base used in this air strike? Did the oil field really destroy? Have you encountered resistance?"

"The Balibaban oil field belongs to the British-Dutch Shell Company. Are you not worried about the protests of the British government?"

"How much loss did your side have in the air strike?"

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Faced with the sudden big news, the reporters were also shocked. After a brief silence, everyone rushed towards Wang Zhengting and Song Ziqing like crazy, trying to figure out the inside story of the air strike. Xu Gesen, who rushed over, was even stunned. Could it be that Yang Qiu was playing tricks on himself before? Even Jansen was surprised because he didn't expect. No! It should be said that the whole world did not expect that Yang Qiu would suddenly take action at this time.

Facing the surging journalists and diplomats, Wang Zhengting was prepared. After glanced at Xu Gesen and others, he returned to the reporters and raised his hand and smiled: "Everyone! Everyone! Please be quiet. What I have said just now is that this air strike was in the request of the Dutch and British governments. In order to prevent the Dutch East India rebels from using the Balibaban oil field as a weapon for military purposes, it does not mean that our country is involved in the East India conflict! You can verify this matter with Ambassador Xu Gesen. Our China still adheres to the consistent principle and will never interfere in the internal affairs of other countries without harming our interests. Therefore, we hope that all relevant parties will continue to handle the East India crisis peacefully in accordance with the principle of maintaining regional and world peace. At the same time, our government will continue to pay attention to the accidental injury during this bombing. Thank you, thank you everyone."

Wang Zhengting pointed his hand and threw Xu Gesen directly onto the fire. The poor British ambassador to China was so angry that he gritted his teeth. When did the UK authorize you to bomb the British company? But now is not the time to turn against each other. Not to mention that the British government still needs Beijing for Far East affairs, just destroying the oil fields and not allowing Japan to make profits can lay a good foundation for the next step of forcing Japan to retreat. So when reporters surrounded him and the Dutch ambassador, they could only knock down their teeth and swallowed their teeth. They used gorgeous words to praise the Chinese government and Yang Qiu, which attacked the Dutch East India rebels.

News of Beijing's bombing of Balibaban quickly spread to the surrounding areas. Unlike military strategists who pay more attention to air strike tactics, newspapers from countries around the world reported the incident on a large scale, which once suppressed the sensation of Sudeuts and Deutsches. Both Britain and the Netherlands were angry, but this tone could only swallow it. It would be better to destroy the oil fields than to let Japan get it. The United States began to pay attention to its own bomber troops, and the order of a thousand B17 was passed by Congress soon after. While gloating, France began to consider deepening its relations with China and ensuring the safety of French East India.

Of course, the happiest thing is Moscow! The resumption of the Balibaban oil field will definitely anger the Japanese government, so Stalin immediately asked Motolov to visit Japan to the United States, hoping to promote the war between China and Japan.

Some people are happy and some are worried. In the charred harbor of Balibaban, looking at the oil depots and oil refineries that were blown into pieces, Japanese officers such as Nagata Tetsuyama all had black faces as if the bottom of a pot was burned. The 2.7 million tons of inventory was burned, and the refinery became scrap iron. The flames of the oil well have not yet been extinguished! The losses are not forgotten. It takes tens of millions of dollars and more than a year to rebuild the oil fields and refineries!

Yang Qiu's slap was too fierce!

He took advantage of Japan's disadvantage of not openly occupying the Dutch East India, and took action under the guise of helping Britain and the United States to fight against the rebels, so that Japan could not find any excuses! You should know that Japan is now entering Balibaban, and is also under the guise of attacking the rebels to avenge Kobayashi. In a sense, the two countries are still non-aligned ally.

Without oil fields, most of the victory in going south will be reduced. What's the use of making enough money? The United States has already reported that it is going to temporarily embargo on Japan, and China is even more unlikely to sell even a little material. Soviet aid will be blocked by Britain outside the Suez Canal. If we cannot find a way to replenish oil as soon as possible, even if we declare war on China, Japan without external support will only be weaker and weaker. What's more, Yang Qiu's failure to attack the Kaohsiung means that he is telling Japan that if he attacks China, he must consider the cost of the same bombing in the local area!

One bombing completely changed the prospect of going south, forcing Japan to fight against oil, forcing the Palembang Oilfield and Sarawak Oilfield. These two places are the lifeblood of Britain. Isn’t this forcing Japan to declare war on Britain?!

This revenge must be avenged. If China is not resolved, Japan will not become a world power! But before solving China, it is necessary to resolve the South China Sea first, otherwise it will be impossible for Japan, which is isolated from the Pacific Ocean, to get in touch with its allies. Thinking of this, Nagata Tetsuyama's hand tighter, and the blue veins on the back of his hand can be seen several meters away. Kenji Doihara beside him also had a sad look on his face: "Nagata, you should call home and block this news."

Nagata nodded numbly. This news is a big blow to the people in the country who are caring about the success of going south. If they know that the oil field has been destroyed, perhaps enthusiasm will immediately turn into worry and fear, so blockade is necessary. Kenji Doihara continued: "The Palembang oil field is the last hope of the empire. I believe the UK is already considering learning about Chinese bombing there. This time we are very passive."

"I notify the base camp that the Fifth Division should not go to Batavia and go shore from Lampung Port." Nagata Tetsuyama picked up a broken bomb and looked at it tightly. Some roads could not be retracted after stepping out. Going south had already begun, and retracting could only make Japan worse! Therefore, I and Japan had no way out, so I could only go for a gamble!

Thinking of this, he threw the fragments next to him: "The rise and fall of the imperial country is here!"... (To be continued.)
Chapter completed!