Soviet Union 1991

Second update

When Madeleine and Shevardnadze appeared at the Ankara meeting, they caused a small sensation. In particular, reporters outside the meeting quickly focused their spotlight on these two heavyweight politicians. Shevardnadze greeted reporters with a smile and expressed Moscow's concern about Turkey's political situation in fluent English. At the same time, regarding the situation in the Black Sea, Shevardnadze also called on all parties to remain calm and restrained and return to the negotiating table. Solve the problem. After saying that, Shevardnadze looked at Madeline with a smile, with an ambiguous meaning in his eyes.

The two giants of the Cold War gathered together, and there was an intensifying smell of gunpowder. The Soviet Union has blocked all the American chess pieces that can counterattack in the previous chess game, and now all that is left is to give the opponent the final blow.

In contrast, Secretary of State Madeleine's answer seemed much colder. Many questions raised by reporters were answered in a perfunctory manner. The spotlight engraved on the face of this iron lady Secretary of State, making her look a little cold and indifferent. Wearing a gray suit, she focused her attention on the upcoming meeting. The nickname Iron Lady is not just a decoration on the vase. Madeleine believed that she would use the toughest means to win back the United States.

The Turkish incident has aroused the sensitive nerves of the leaders of the two superpowers, and also affects the interests of countless people. But compared to Madeleine's prepared look, the Soviet representative seemed more casual.

The gorgeous crystal chandelier in the conference room was emitting a soft light, but the warm light could not ease the tense atmosphere. U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine first broke her silence and accused Soviet representative Shevardnadze, who was sitting opposite, of meddling in Türkiye's internal affairs.

"The Turkish issue is ultimately an issue between Turkey and its allies. It seems unreasonable for the Soviet Union to intervene out of thin air. Besides, although the Black Sea dispute is a matter between the Soviet Union and Turkey. But don't forget that the United States is Turkey's loyal ally. We There is no reason to watch our allies lose power.”

Secretary of State Madeleine held her chin with her hand and smiled softly, but her tone was much tougher than Shevardnadze imagined, "So the United States certainly has reasons to intervene in Black Sea affairs. It is our obligation to safeguard the interests of our allies. ”

Shevardnadze shook his head with a smile, and said while listening to Madeleine's spiel, "I thought the United States would at least take some measures to cover up your scandals, but I didn't expect it to be so shameless and direct now? It was back then. Who instigated Türkiye to shoot down the Soviet Union? It seems that it was the Americans who refused to provide political asylum and forced Demirel to sign a treaty with the Soviet Union, right? Where can I find the shame to emphasize that they are Turkey’s most loyal allies?”

Madeleine did not expect Shevardnadze's accusation to be so sharp, and her face suddenly turned ugly. General Maziel who was standing by also pretended not to hear these words. However, Shevardnadze refused to miss the opportunity to satirize the Secretary of State and continued, "Similarly, what does it mean to sail the aircraft carrier battle group into the Turkish internal waters this time regardless of the feelings of the allies? Prepare to armedly intervene in the Turkish coup and re-support the pro-Western Germany. The Mirel regime? With all due respect, is this how the United States treats its loyal allies? Then I feel really sad for Turkey to have such an ally.”

Madeleine clenched her fists, and every word Shevardnadze said was like a thorn piercing directly into her heart. It made her feel angry, but she couldn't fight.

Madeleine maintained the greatest restraint. She sneered and said, "What about the Soviet Union? Sending the Black Sea Fleet to conduct live-fire exercises in Turkish waters is your way of expressing peace? Why not just target us with missiles and declare war directly? When you are in When you accuse the United States of not being a good person, please reflect on what you are!”

"We are surrounding Turkey's rights and interests. When you force Turkey to sign the Strait Mutual Trusteeship Treaty, the United States should have the obligation to stand up and refute what you are doing. Turkey is a sovereign country, and the Turkish Strait belongs to their territory and is indivisible "The Soviet Union has no reason to force Turkey to share the Strait, just like you can't let other countries share Moscow."

Madeleine spoke so plausibly that even General Maziel, who was watching the show, couldn't help but turn his head and glance sideways at this powerful woman. I thought to myself that he was indeed a representative of the United States, and he carried an irresistible strength in his behavior.

Shevardnadze changed to a more comfortable sitting position and waited for Madeline to finish playing the cards in her hand. Now it's just a tentative attack by both sides. There must be more ulterior plots hidden under her blue eyes.

He began to retort. Shevardnadze would not care about the faces of Americans when he spoke. He would never hide what he said clearly, "At least it is much better than the United States. Look at the countries that have become allies of the United States in history." What’s the end? You just hope to cultivate your own political power around the world.”

"You!" The angry Secretary of State slammed her hand on the table. This was the first time she had lost her composure. In front of Shevardnadze, the foreign minister who has experienced many battles in diplomatic situations, Madeleine seems to be unable to take any advantage.

However, Shevardnadze had already found out all about the Iron Lady before conducting this negotiation. Faced with Madeleine's anger, Shevardnadze was completely indifferent.

“As a hawkish politician in the United States, I remember Ms. Madeleine once said in a rebellious manner that if the United States wants to do something in the world, it can do it. From January 1993 to the beginning of this year, you served as the US ambassador to the United Nations. In the Rwandan genocide, you represented a series of US inaction and even obstruction of UN intervention, objectively condoning the killing of Hutu extremists and causing serious consequences. And when the United Nations failed to intervene in Somalia in 1993, Ms. Madeleine also put the blame on the then UN Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali. When the United Nations launched an attack on Boutros-Ghali alone, she was determined to Asked Ghali to leave the United Nations. You even said that no one's words would work. The United States' attitude was very clear and there was no possibility of compromise. You finally drove Ghali off the throne of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. You achieved the goal of excluding Ghali and finally made the United Nations succumb to you, the American representative. And your tough attitude also shocked people. It can be said that these iron-blooded methods have won you the reputation of the Iron Lady and laid the foundation for you to sit in the position of Secretary of State today, right? "

As soon as the voice fell, the entire conference room became silent, with only the increasingly rapid breathing of Secretary of State Madeleine and her face turned red because of anger.

Shevardnadze's face still had an unclear expression. He stared at the other party's ugly and distorted face, just like looking at a precious work of art with a pleasant look. Not to mention General Mazier who was hesitant beside him. After he heard Madeleine's black history, the originally wavering thoughts in his heart became more shaken.

"Is there anything else I need to add?" Shevardnadze said calmly. These "political secrets" have little to do with the Turkish trilateral talks, but they can put psychological pressure on the opponent and disrupt the opponent's sense of proportion. Thus, they can gain an advantage for themselves at the negotiation table.

Will General Maziyel, a woman who dares to be ruthless to the UN Secretary-General, really agree to cooperate with the United States? Shevardnadze is looking forward to Maziyel's next attitude.

Shevardnadze quietly set a trap for Madeleine and waited for her to fight back. Anyway, an old fox like him who has fought with diplomats from various countries is not comparable to Madeleine, who has just taken the position of Secretary of State.

Shevardnadze crossed his hands, admired the Secretary of State's embarrassment, and waited for her to fight back. To be continued^

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