147: The United States suffered a shocking defeat that was met with worldwide ridicule from public opinion!

Anti-War Army Mountain Base General Headquarters.

Yan Ruyu, the personal bodyguard, asked in confusion, “Commander, why did you agree so readily to give supplies to those U.S. Military deserters?”

Fang Le chuckled and explained:

“It’s simple, we have too many prisoners.”

When this major war had just concluded, Yue Hanshan reported that the total number of U.S. Military prisoners was 100,000.

After that, many more deserters were successively captured from various nooks and crannies in the region, making a total of 120,000 prisoners.

If the 10,000 people in Alice Springs were also captured, there would be 130,000 prisoners.

130,000 prisoners, even taking care of them like pigs would be overwhelming.

The Anti-War Army’s underground base could not be opened for the prisoners, so the prisoners could only live in open areas, and they needed tents and temporary shelters, which were extremely troublesome matters.

Fang Le: “Therefore, it’s a more cost-effective deal for us to provide supplies and let Alice Springs help settle those quasi-prisoners.”

“Most importantly, after we defeated the main U.S. Military forces, we captured a huge amount of supplies. The supplies sent to Alice Springs were originally seized from the U.S. Military, so using them is no loss.”

Yan Ruyu nodded deeply.

“Commander is brilliant.”

Fang Le: “Alright.”

“Now, we should announce to the world the fact that we have won.”

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On this day, another explosive video news appeared in the world.

“Hello everyone, I am Commander Fang, the General Commander of the Anti-War Army.”

“On behalf of the Anti-War Army, I announce to the world that we have successfully achieved overall victory in the Second Anti-Encirclement and Suppression War.”

“As of the moment I am speaking, the People's Army has captured over 120,000 U.S. Military surrendered soldiers.”

“The People's Army also captured a group of high-ranking command staff, including four-star General Douglas, in this operation.”

“The People's Army looks forward to the United States generously admitting this defeat and sending negotiation representatives as soon as possible to discuss the return of U.S. Military prisoners of war.”

As soon as Fang Le’s recorded video was released, public opinion worldwide immediately exploded.

What?

The U.S. Military lost?

How many days had passed since the Anti-War Army declared war and the two sides officially engaged in combat?

And what the hell was with over 120,000 U.S. Military personnel being captured?

Did 120,000 people stand still and do nothing, waiting to be captured? Are U.S. Military soldiers that compliant?

Upon seeing the video released by the Anti-War Army and the comments from a wide range of netizens, within the United States, President Joe Rossi, who had just been rescued from the ICU, passed out again.

Meanwhile, at the Pentagon, in the Department of Defense conference room, intense discussions were taking place.

“Mushroom Bomb, use the Mushroom Bomb!”

“Using Minuteman III intercontinental missiles to launch Mushroom Bombs into central Australia can be completed within two hours!”

“Our massive nuclear arsenal, which we spend money maintaining every day, isn’t just for collection; it’s time for them to shine!”

“I also support using the Mushroom Bomb. This is arguably our country’s most critical moment, no less than the bombing of Pearl Harbor during World War II. We must not hesitate to use this ultimate means!”

“That’s right, only by using the Mushroom Bomb can we truly annihilate the Anti-War Army and silence those opponents who do not obey our country…”

Secretary of Defense Savitz slapped the table with a bang and roared loudly.

“Don’t I know that the Mushroom Bomb should be used when needed?”

“But do you think the matter of 120,000 prisoners is fake?”

“Go look at the satellite intelligence. The entire MacDonnell Ranges area, including the mountains and wildlands, is now covered with our soldiers, densely packed everywhere. Where are you going to drop the Mushroom Bomb? Are you going to drop it on our own people’s heads?”

Immediately, all discussions ceased.

The attendees calmly reflected.

Chief of Staff Claire stated: “Now is not the best time to use nuclear weapons… The Anti-War Army has released a victory video, and we need to respond.”

“Another urgent matter is that NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) member states had originally agreed to send troops at our request, but now, due to the People's Army’s rapid and complete defeat, those member states have all stopped their troop deployment plans, and even the forces that had already been allocated are contemplating being moved back.”

“This matter must be resolved first.”

Those present at the meeting were all high-ranking U.S. Military officials with a certain strategic perspective.

They all realized that precisely now, with the U.S. Military’s major defeat, there was an even greater need for a large number of troops to be deployed to Australia.

After all, with the U.S. Military’s defeat, the entire Australia no longer had any power to counter the Anti-War Army; Australia’s own forces were extremely weak.

If the Anti-War Army were to take the opportunity to attack surrounding areas and expand its territory, the Australian government would be completely unable to cope.

However, if NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) member state troops were stationed in Australia, even if they did nothing upon arrival, they could still have a deterrent effect on the Anti-War Army, preventing them from acting rashly.

A lieutenant general proposed: “Things that can be bought with money are not major issues… We can appropriately increase the deployment costs and various benefits promised to NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) member states, encouraging them to continue sending troops to Australia for garrisoning.”

Savitz nodded: “Very good, any other ideas?”

Another general: “I suggest that Australia join the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) organization. This way, if the Anti-War Army moves against Australia, it will be a war against the entire NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), and they would absolutely not dare!”

Savitz: “That’s a good idea… but not very realistic.”

Australia’s current situation is somewhat similar to Ukraine, deeply embroiled in conflict. Before the war ends, it is unlikely that NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) would admit it.

After this meeting, the U.S. Military publicly announced to the world:

“Regarding the war that occurred in Australia, we now declare a temporary ceasefire.”

“The U.S. Military will send representatives to Australia to discuss ceasefire matters with the Anti-War Army.”

“Furthermore, unless officially announced by our country, all news regarding this war is rumor.”

“The U.S. Military did indeed suffer setbacks on the front lines, but the U.S. Military has not given up fighting.”

In any case, they were being stubborn.

But no matter how the rhetoric was beautified, the United States was indirectly admitting that it had indeed lost.

At this moment, Fang Le received a long-distance call.

“Brother Fang, I am Minister of National Defense Dong Changjun. Congratulations on your victory in the Second Anti-Encirclement and Suppression War.”

“Could I hear about the entire course of your operation with the U.S. Military?”

“Of course, I’m not forcing you to speak.”

Fang Le didn't hesitate much and nodded, saying, “Alright, the People's Army’s strategy is…”

Fang Le narrated the entire battle from beginning to end.

He merely omitted the participation of 5,000 Mechanical Warriors, which accelerated the victory.

Fang Le did not know that while he was narrating through the remote connection, in China, the entire operations conference room, from Dong Changjun downwards, was filled with high-ranking Chinese military officials.

They all very much wanted to learn how the Anti-War Army had so swiftly and decisively defeated the United States.