A sudden heavy snow turned the entire Iranian plateau into a world covered with silver. People living in desert areas will definitely feel joy and surprise if they suddenly see this heavy snow.

However, for the Iraqi army that was advancing forward, the heavy snow brought them no joy at all. They had never had the experience of living and fighting in such weather, and this natural condition was just right with them.

During World War II, when the German army besieged Moscow and Stalingrad, it was severely cold. Because it was not suitable for this climate, a large number of soldiers were frostbitten. The German army's iron hooves were completely frozen in the cold weather.

Now, the situation is so similar that Lieutenant General Hazraji is half-hearted.

In this weather, although they were ready, many soldiers still suffered frostbite. What's more terrifying is that the elusive Iranians are currently showing signs of large-scale assembly. They are waiting for the Iraqi army to launch a counterattack when the morale of the Iraqi army is at its lowest.

It is less than a hundred kilometers away from Bakhtaram, and it will soon come out of the mountain and enter the valley. Lieutenant General Hazraj is very sure that the Iranians must be waiting for them there.

Although there were airplanes taking airdrops, the supplies they received were not enough, and the soldiers were in a very low mood, as if what was waiting for them was not victory, but death.

Lieutenant General Hazraj's urgent telegram for help had been sent back long ago and had been waiting for Baghdad's response.

"I think, at present, the resistance to our army's further advance is very great. It is better to withdraw from Western Islamic Abad and attack again in the spring of the following year." Major General Rashid said.

"We are so close to Bakhtaran, and it is inappropriate to withdraw now. We should continue to move forward and spend the winter in Bakhtaran." Taha said.

Zhang Feng looked at these people and said nothing.

After receiving the news, President Saddam immediately convened an emergency combat meeting. Since Zhang Feng was also holding a meeting together just now, he was called to attend the meeting together. However, Zhang Feng knew that he was just attending the meeting here and had no say.

This is the matter of the Northern Military Region. It has nothing to do with me. My identity here is a guest official and I must not be overshadowed by the host, otherwise there will be suspicion of overstepping power.

You know, Dad is the one who dislikes this the most.

Of course, if my father asks him to speak himself, he needs to pay attention to the way he speaks.

The meeting was divided into two factions, one believed that the offense should continue, and the other believed that it needed to retreat to the defense. Wait for the cold to pass.

Zhang Feng listened to their words, and sure enough, these senior officers did not see the current problem. No wonder the Iraq-Iraq War was fought as it was in history.

What is the problem now? Supply! As long as there is sufficient supply, the army will hit Bakhtaran, there will be no problem!

"Kusekuse, tell me your opinion." Saddam suddenly spoke.

Usually, Saddam had already come up with his own opinions: Go back first! But this time, when he saw Kusai attending the meeting here, he suddenly said this.

This son always has various unexpected ways to win. This time, he sees what he says.

"Yes, the troops attacking this time encountered heavy snow, which was the test of Allah for them. I believe they would have withstood this test." Zhang Feng said: "If they retreat, then the advantages they have gained now will be lost and morale will be even lower. Moreover, the Western Islamic Abad is too small, and our troops of tens of thousands of people can't survive the winter. However, if they advance, they may encounter an ambush from Iranians. The Iranians are already very adaptable to this weather, and our army has no. If they encounter an ambush from Iranians in heavy snow, we may suffer heavy losses."

These words are like summarizing the views of both sides just now. Everyone nodded and said it very consistent with the facts.

"The key to our problem now is that the bridge was bombed, resulting in the logistical supply being unable to keep up. The morale of the frontline soldiers was depressed, which has a lot to do with this. Therefore, if we can provide sufficient supplies to the soldiers, then they will definitely be full of fighting spirit." Zhang Feng continued.

This is the most critical point. Iraq's attacking troops began to decline from prosperity.

"However, the bridge has been blown up. In this kind of weather, it is very difficult for us to take a mountain road to transport supplies over," said Adnan.

Since the bridge was bombed, Adnan has been thinking about solving this problem, but until now, there has been no countermeasures.

"We can air transport." Zhang Feng said.

Air transport? Abid said: "We currently have not enough transport aircraft. Even if we transport it with all our might, we cannot guarantee the supply of tens of thousands of people."

Yes, it would be great if it were the United States. The American transport aircraft are enough to transport several divisions of troops to the war zone at one time.

Iraq's transport aircraft are simply not enough to perform such tasks.

"Then at least you have to give each soldier a set of snow combat uniforms first." Zhang Feng said.

Snow combat uniforms? Everyone here doesn’t know what this Kusai is talking about. They have never heard of the words Snow combat uniforms.

"Our soldiers are very conspicuous in the snow, wearing ordinary green military uniforms or camouflage uniforms. They are easily discovered by Iranians in the snow. They need to wear white clothes to better protect themselves." Zhang Feng said: "This matter is getting better and better. Even if there is no clothes, just a white bed sheet, you need to be given one to each person, which can effectively reduce our casualties."

Saddam nodded, it was OK, this statement was very correct.

However, Kusai still didn't say how to ease the current situation.

In the end, the meeting did not achieve any results, and Saddam issued a more stupid order to let the soldiers stand on time.

After leaving the Palace of Republic, Adnan finally came out with Kusai. He asked quietly: "Kusai, why didn't you suggest that the army continue to attack?"

Zhang Feng knew that Adnan advocated continuing the attack. Only in this way can the correct way to solve the current situation. Unfortunately, the president did not make up his mind at all. The president asked the army to stop, but in fact he still had the idea of ​​continuing the attack. However, he was afraid of failing in the bad weather, so he retreated, but he was unwilling to give up. Just stopping like this would be even more dangerous.

"Uncle, I'm not from the Northern Military Region. It's not good for me to interrupt such a thing." Zhang Feng said.

Adnan nodded, "Yes, the higher you live, the more you need to pay attention to these issues, because Saddam always likes to doubt the people around him."

"But, you said, if you were in command, what would our current army be like?" Adnan asked.

"Uncle, in our current situation, we must attack with all our might, otherwise it will only fail even more." Zhang Feng said: "It's time for us to take a gamble!"

This is also Adnan's idea. In war, sometimes, it requires the courage of a gambler. Since the army has reached this point, it can only continue to move forward.

What the army with a depressed will lack is the courage to fight to the death!

Looking at Adnan's leaving figure, Zhang Feng also got into the car. Although he knew that the troops were experiencing risks, he did not help. Is this really the right choice?

In his heart, Zhang Feng was actually always doubting his decision. Those soldiers were Iraqi soldiers, all precious Iraqi living lives. They were delaying their lives by the hesitation of the Supreme Commander. Is it completely correct for his own future and to please his father?

"His Excellency Kusai, the US ambassador to Iraq is here to visit." Gasar opened the car door and said to Zhang Feng.

Unconsciously, I had returned to my residence.

The US Ambassador to Iraq? Zhang Feng was a little surprised. What are they doing for him?

"Let him see me in the reception room." Zhang Feng said.

"His Excellency Kusai, your reputation has long been resounding throughout the Middle East. It is a great honor to see you today." said Brightman, the US Ambassador to Iraq.

"Where are we, Iraq, are very grateful for your selfless help. The United States is our true friend of Iraq." When Zhang Feng said this, his face was filled with a passionate smile, but he knew in his heart that the words he said just now had zero credibility.

After the greetings, Zhang Feng said, "I wonder if you have anything to do if you come this time, you need my help?"

Speaking of the topic, Brightman said: "His Excellency Kusai, you must have heard of the Iran hijacking incident, right?"

"Of course I heard that we are firmly opposed to this kind of terror action. This is a naked trampling on international laws and a blasphemy against Allah."

Hearing the anger of the other party, Brightman was somewhat confident in the conversation that followed, and he continued: "We in the United States have received the exact news that Iran's Khomeini has a close relationship with these hijacking criminals, and now they have hidden the hostages near Tabriz."

"Aren't the hostages on the plane in Tehran?" Zhang Feng asked in confusion.

"There are some things in between," said Brightman. "Under our strong pressure, Khomeini was finally willing to release the hostages, but he played another trick. The hostage disappeared again on his way to Tabriz to Turkey."

"This guy Khomeini," Zhang Feng said hatefully: "He is the one who blasphemed our Islamic teachings the most. He is a villain wearing a sacred cloak! Even innocent hostages dare to take them!"

"In order to avoid accidents from hostages, we ask His Excellency Kusai to provide assistance and rescue the hostages," said Brightman.

It turned out that I was asking me to save the hostages. Did they know that the hostages were already in my hands? Zhang Feng replied solemnly: "I have no choice but to rescue the hostages, but the current situation of war is very unfavorable to Iraq. The war between our Northern Military Region and Iran has reached the most dangerous time and needs your country's assistance."

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