My Italian: Chapter 501 Moroccan crisis ends

"Special Envoy Cabrera, I am very sorry. The current state of our country is simply unable to agree to your country's request. I hope your country can understand."

In a hidden room in the palace, Carlo, the king of Italy, made a rare apology to a secret envoy. Even Carlo needs to lower his profile, of course there is a reason.

Because this special envoy Cabrera is a diplomatic envoy secretly sent by Germany. The main purpose is to let Italy make some small moves on the Italian-French border during the confrontation between Germany and France to attract the attention of the French and relieve some of the pressure on Germany.

Of course, Germany also knew that it was impossible not to give benefits to people, so it also gave some benefits, that is, to give Italy a certain discount when importing Ruhr coal and iron ore.

In the face of the German's request and the benefits offered, how could Carlo, who had just negotiated with the French, accept it. Therefore, in the face of the Cabrera special envoy, Carlo rejected the German request on the grounds that the current Italian navy and army were too weak to cause trouble on the Italian-French border.

The reason Carlo gave was very reasonable, and he didn't mean to shirk at all. Because the current Italian navy and army are really in the weakest time in history. In the army, the current total strength of the Italian army is only 193,000, so it doesn't look like it can attack at all. Not to mention the current land of more than 2 million square kilometers in the Italian mainland plus the colonies, there is not enough for a soldier in these ten square kilometers. It is conceivable how much pressure the Italian Army is currently under, and it is the kind of powerless.

As for the navy, let alone. Everyone knew last year that all major Italian warships were sold to the Russians. Now the only thing that can take the lead is the Dreadnought. Relying on this cross-age warship to find trouble for the French, it can only be said that the Italian Navy is drifting.

Some people may say, what are you afraid of? Anyway, there is the German Navy.

The crux of the matter is that the German navy is in the North Sea and Italy is in the Mediterranean. Just look at the map and you will know that it is easier to count on the rescue of the German navy than to pray for God to come. And the long coastline of mainland Italy would be difficult if the navy does not have an advantage.

Therefore, when neither the navy nor the army has an advantage, it is reasonable for Italy to refuse on the grounds of its own safety.

Faced with Carlo's series of reasons, Cabrera, as a special envoy, couldn't help but think of the prime minister's instructions from the Marquis Pilot before departure. "Cabrera, although the purpose of your trip is very important, it is more important to find out the attitude of the Italians. Especially when there is a conflict between our country and France, is it willing to stand by our side, even if it does not use military force? means, but at least it needs to show this attitude from other aspects.”

So when faced with Carlo's refusal, the special envoy Cabrera was not discouraged at all, and only saw him speak. "Your Majesty Carlo, I can understand your country's difficulties, but if your country does nothing, is it inappropriate? Are you still willing to implement the alliance treaty between our two countries?"

Regarding the words of Special Envoy Cabrera, Carlo said without hesitation. "On this point, please rest assured that the conditions signed between our country and your country will definitely be implemented. As long as your country is attacked by any of Russia and France, our country will definitely mobilize the army to join your country and declare war on it. "

Carlo also made it very clear that Italy will only fulfill its alliance obligations when it is under attack. As for the signatory countries attacking each other, then sorry, we can only remain neutral. Of course, it is reasonable to sell some supplies needed by allies.

As a diplomatic envoy, Viscount Cabrera, who is familiar with diplomatic rules, certainly understood what Carlo said. He knew how to reply to Berlin.

Of course, news of Italy's support for Germany quickly spread back to Berlin. Although Italy rejected direct military action on the grounds that its current armaments were weak, other than that, its performance in other respects was consistent with Austria-Hungary.

As for Rome's statement, Berlin also breathed a sigh of relief. You must know that Berlin has been getting closer to Vienna over the years. Whether it is communication or wooing, more diplomats go to Vienna.

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Therefore, Berlin still has doubts about whether Italy is willing to fulfill the alliance treaty this time. And this time, Carlo's answer without hesitation gave Cabrerat a satisfactory answer. You must know who has the final say on the question of who is in charge in Italy. Who in the world does not know that the answer is the King Carlo. As long as the King agrees, then it is almost inseparable.

Compared with Italy's frankness, Vienna's reply was a bit slow. But fortunately, apart from the condition of directly sending troops, the two countries are willing to provide support from other parties.

Therefore, Germany, which was already inclined to resolve disputes peacefully, has caused waves again at this time. Radicals, including a group of Junker nobles, believe that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

The French ally, Russia, is so weak, and the pressure on Germany's defense to the east is greatly reduced. It should take this opportunity to launch a war against France, and remove the greatest threat to Germany in Europe, the French armed forces.

Facing the proposals of these radicals, the moderate faction headed by Prime Minister Biluo directly suppressed the emerging radicals. First, they refuted the opponent's view that the British would not participate.

In the eyes of the moderates, the British Empire will not just watch Germany become the hegemon of Central and Western Europe. If a war broke out between Germany and France, then the British Empire would definitely join the war. Its huge navy will directly cut off Germany's maritime trade lines.

Moreover, the joining of the United Kingdom will bring about chain reactions. First of all, it will be difficult for the two allies to make up their minds to continue to support Germany. In addition, the joining of the British will also make the Russians in the east ready to move. As a result, Germany will face attacks from all directions. This is not what a wise man does.

And just as the Germans were arguing endlessly over this, a news came from France suddenly. As a French hardliner on Germany, Foreign Minister Del Casey resigned. The post of Minister of Foreign Affairs is concurrently held by Prime Minister Rouvier. The reason for France's sudden change of foreign minister is that France has a high level of opposition to the war against Germany.

At this time, France has become a usury country, which mainly makes profits from foreign capital export. Although the domestic dislike of Germany is relatively high, how many French people would like to see it if a war breaks out.

Besides, how many people in the French government can persist after facing pressure from the British. And many people are also soberly aware of the fact that France's national strength is surpassed by Germany. If the British are really unwilling to intervene, then the strength of the French family alone will not be able to help the Germans at all.

That's right~www.mtlnovel.com~every time a war breaks out, all parties involved are rushing to win. If there is no chance of victory in the first place, who would want to start a war?

Therefore, the situation where the two sides were afraid of beating the wolf with a hemp stick, just after France took the lead in making concessions, the situation opened up.

The news from France made Kaiser Wilhelm II also determined to choose peace.

The easing of relations between Germany and France has made European countries breathe a sigh of relief. Of course, as the source of the outbreak between the two countries, Morocco, after some discussions, the French made concessions. France has withdrawn some controls over Morocco, but has joined Spain in maintaining control of the country's police.

It can be said that France took a step back in order not to have a dispute with Germany in Morocco. Temporarily abandoning the move to annex Morocco, but retaining some control of its police force. Germany, on the other hand, showed its strength, allowing countries to see Germany's determination in the colonies.

Of course, it is still too early to say which of the two countries will benefit and who will suffer, but the relationship between Germany and France will definitely be worse than before, and of course the relationship between Britain and Germany is even worse.

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