Chapter 690： European 3-axis (6)

In the face of the conditions given by Edel, Mussolini and Ciano were finally moved.

There is no way, although this also takes the risk, but it seems that Italy and Romania need Britain and France controlled by Germany, and it is not without a chance.

And Mussolini is also obsessed with the New Roman Empire. Trying to restore him as strong as ancient Rome, he thinks this is an opportunity. However, the division of power in the future is the focus.

He looked at the location of Greece on the map and asked. "So what should Greece do about the future?"

Edel pointed to the map and said. "I think the Ionian Islands and Epirus region, plus the Eastern Thessaly region, should be the territory of the Kingdom of Albania. As for our country, the Greek Macedonia and Western Thessaly regions, as well as the islands on the Sea of ​​Love Will be our country’s possession.

Mussolini saw the area that Edel was drawing, and his mind was stunned. "Your Majesty Edel, it's not a good idea to assign Crete to Romania."

Yes, Mussolini had no opinion at all when Edel restored the Greek territory to independence in 1830, and even had two less dependent islands than at the time of independence (Cyclades and North Sporaze). Islands, the two islands consolidate the Aegean Sea shipping channel).

But, however, Crete is very important to Italy. The island is large enough (the first island in Greece, with an area of ​​8236 square kilometers), and its location is extremely important. It guards the exit of the Sea of ​​Love and is only more than 300 kilometers away from Tobruk, Africa. The deployment of military forces on the island can pose a threat to the Eastern Mediterranean.

So it is clear that Italy does not intend to make concessions here.

Ciano also spoke. "His Majesty Edel, the island of Crete is also very important to our country. I think the ownership of the island needs to be cautious."

Obviously, Italy wants to acquire some territory from Crete.

Why is it a part?

Open the map and know that if Italy completely acquires the island, it can completely block the sea of ​​love, which will drive Romania crazy.

Faced with Italy's request for Crete, Edel refused in one go. "You already have Rhodes. Wouldn't it be too much to ask for Crete?"

Edel said that near Turkey on the island of Rhodes, the Karashos Strait is the main shipping channel in the Aegean Sea, and it is also the main shipping route from Syria and Lebanon to the Black Sea.

Edel's remarks caused a rebuttal, as the Italian foreign minister, Ciano said. "But the island of Crete is also very important to our country, and it can help our country ensure that it will restrain the British forces in Egypt."

What is afraid is that you will form a grip on Egypt.

Facing Ciano's words, Edel said in a very serious tone immediately. "As for Crete, our country does not intend to share it with others, at most it will compensate for Yugoslavia."

When Edel talked about Yugoslavia, the two of them immediately became more serious. I saw Mussolini ask. "So how does your country plan to compensate our country?"

Fortunately, this map is big enough, I saw Edel pointed to the location of Yugoslavia and said. "The Dalmatia area along its coastline can be taken over by your country, and the Banya area can also be managed by your country."

What Edel said was basically the result that Italy had been pursuing during the First World War. At that time, Britain and France also offered this price for getting Italy on board.

But although this price is more than enough to impress the Kingdom of Italy in World War I, it is clear that Italy is not what it used to be. At least Mussolini thought so.

I saw him take a careless look at Edel's offer, but his shaking hand betrayed him.

"This condition can't satisfy our country?"

"Then what do you think should be done?"

I saw Mussolini staring at Bosnia and Herzegovina and said, "At least the Bosnia and Herzegovina region needs to be added. my country will take over Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Serbia can be independent."

Edel did not expect Mussolini to have such a good appetite. The ethnic issues in this place have been a major problem in the 21st century, but the Italians took the initiative to dive into it. However, if others insist on challenging themselves, it is not easy to stop them. You can't be blamed.

But what we need to fight for is to fight for it. Although Croatia has only half of its territory left, it still needs to give the other side a chance.

I saw Edel continue talking. "In the future, in addition to the Kingdom of Serbia, Podravina and Slavonia should also be formed into an independent kingdom."

What Edel is talking about is Croatia, but it is Croatia that lacks half of its territory.

Mussolini, of course, also knew Edel's intention to support a new kingdom, that is, to further dismember the kingdom and bring its territory back to the pattern before the outbreak of World War I so he also spoke. "I think the Kingdom of Montenegro should also be independent."

So in the words of the two, the Kingdom of Yugoslavia was immediately divided into three kingdoms. As for the regions of Slovenia and Macedonia that have not been discussed, it is obvious to whom this belongs.

After resolving the division of interests between Yugoslavia and Greece, the two countries have seen their attitudes get closer. Because the division of interests has been completed, both parties have achieved the results they want.

At this time, Edel suddenly mentioned Libyan oil. "If there is a conflict between our two countries and Britain and France, I don't worry about other aspects. The only thing that can't let go is Libya's oil. I am afraid that Britain and France will cause damage to it."

No way, the current annual output of 20 million tons of Libyan oil is very important to the three countries. Although Romania also produces oil every year, its annual output is only 11 million tons, and only a small amount of exports can be made. Because there are too many places where Romania uses oil, it can only provide a small amount to other countries.

When facing Edel, Mussolini patted his chest and replied. "Don't worry, our country also attaches great importance to Libya's oil. At present, Libya has 180,000 brave and well-fighting Italian troops, and in order to prevent possible air strikes, our country has deployed many air defense facilities in the area, as well as special protection of oil areas. The aviation team. It is impossible for Britain and France to cause any damage to it."

Listening to Mussolini's assurance, Edel wanted to say something, but after thinking about it, it was all over. If you care too much, Italy might think that Romania is thinking differently about it.

Libyan oil is now a treasure for Italy, which is short of resources. Its annual income reaches one-tenth of Italy's finances, and it has to be taken seriously.