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The two companies that arrived at the Simandou iron mine were auxiliary forces composed of Libyans, half new and half old.
The Libyan forces are divided into three levels based on their combat capabilities. The main combat forces are composed entirely of veterans, while the auxiliary forces have a lighter workload and are mainly responsible for guard and surveillance duties.
The most powerful special forces units, due to their small numbers, are mainly deployed in Tripoli.
Although they are only auxiliary forces, their equipment level is quite good, comparable to that of the well-equipped U.S. military.
Libya is wealthy and its military is well-equipped, so Alexander's actions are somewhat understandable.
What truly impressed Alexander was the discipline of the Libyan forces.
Libya is not only an African country, but also a member of the Arab League. Neither of these identities has anything to do with "discipline".
The reinforcements did not occupy the security company's dormitory, but instead set up a temporary camp on an open space next to the headquarters.
The mining company's construction team wanted to help, but the reinforcements refused.
While some soldiers were setting up camp, others were washing vehicles and maintaining equipment.
This scene is extremely rare in African countries, where the vast majority of armies have no awareness of the importance of maintaining their equipment.
In addition to Humvees, the reinforcements also brought six Lion heavy armored vehicles.
Hummer is easy to talk about.
Alexander was envious of the performance of the Lion heavy armored vehicle.
What I envy even more is the treatment and benefits of the Libyan army.
The security personnel of Simandu Security Company are similar in nature to mercenaries; both are security contractors.
Don't assume that mercenaries are paid a lot. Alexander, as a senior manager, only earns $5000 a month, which is about the same as a private in the Libyan army.
Although Alexander also received various mission allowances and wartime allowances, his total salary was much higher.
However, the Libyan army also has a welfare system that Simandou Security Company does not have.
Mercenaries are essentially temporary workers, available on call and discarded once used.
Libyan soldiers not only receive high salaries and do not pay taxes, but their houses and cars are provided by the Libyan state. Education and healthcare are not only free, but they also enjoy various preferential treatments.
Compared to the hidden benefits, the logistical support provided to the Libyan army is something even the well-funded US military can only dream of.
The most famous example of the US military was that, under the guise of improving the local cashmere industry, it spent $6 million to buy nine goats from Italy in Afghanistan.
It's hard to say whether the local cashmere industry has improved.
Maybe someone improved their meals.
During the U.S. military operations in Afghanistan, even drinking water was airlifted there.
The Libyan army's fruit was also airlifted from Conakry by helicopter.
The air shipments include not only fruits, but also fresh vegetables and specialties from all over the world.
Alexander's defenses crumbled completely when he saw the vodka and caviar from Russia.
Libya isn't a religious country, so don't people drink alcohol?
Why is vodka included in troop supplies?
Tarek stated that the vodka was primarily intended for entertaining friendly troops.
Alexander was overjoyed, so every day around mealtimes he would come to Tariq under the pretext of discussing work, as if he wanted to bring his bedding over.
As reinforcements successfully entered the Simandou iron mine, the opposition, led by the "Fula Independence Organization," finally formed the "Justice League" in Mangana, which borders Mali, and officially raised the banner of rebellion.
The slogan of the Justice League is: Overthrow the Guinean government that illegally seized power and return the wealth that belongs to the Guineans to all Guineans.
The □ symbol sounds quite righteous.
Ironically, the majority of members of the "Justice League" are from the Fula ethnic group, which makes up about 40% of Guinea's total population, and therefore cannot represent all Guineans.
With the formation of the Justice League, the Marinkai, who make up 30% of the total population, and the Susu, who make up 20%, also established their own military organizations.
Cissé suggested that Souma unite with any organization to at least win over a portion of the Guineans.
"Guinea doesn't need so many ethnic groups. In the future, Guinea will no longer have the Fula or the Malinke people, only the Guineans."
Suma's attitude was firm.
"If we don't do this, we won't be able to end the chaos in the shortest amount of time."
Cissé is worried that Guinea will lose too many people and never recover.
"If weeds are not removed, crops will not grow in the fields."
Suma is like sand being washed away by the great waves.
With the emergence of various organizations, international public opinion has become very unfavorable to the Guinean government, and Boboci predicted that the Guinean government would collapse within half a month.
Kamara did not rush to send troops to quell the rebellion, but instead held his ground in Conakry, adopting a wait-and-see approach.
The reason why African countries have experienced frequent coups in the past is that the government forces are weak, poorly equipped, and poorly trained, making them almost indistinguishable from rebels and unable to gain an advantage.
Most of the Guinean government troops had received three months of basic training, giving them a clear advantage over the ragtag rebels.
The rebels only have AKs and rocket launchers, no heavy weapons, and no adequate logistical support, making it difficult for them to pose a threat to the Guinean government forces.
A rebellion launched solely out of sheer courage is likely to end in failure once it encounters setbacks.
While Guinea was embroiled in civil war, the Malian government forces, with the assistance of the French army, launched a counter-offensive against the rebels.
On January 11, French forces deployed Gazelle attack helicopters to attack Cona, which was occupied by rebels.
The French forces suffered a setback when one of their Gazelles was shot down by rebels, killing the pilot.
The French military then deployed four Rafale fighter jets to launch airstrikes on key targets in the city of Conna.
The rebels suffered heavy losses, and French and Malian troops stormed into Cona, where fierce fighting broke out.
The French are really cunning; they only deploy the Gust when it poses no danger.
Although the French military also deployed Rafale fighter jets in Chad, when Libya launched drone attacks on N'Djamena, the Rafale jets remained in their hangars and did not take off at all.
Although Libya has no air-to-air missiles.
The Shield 2000's 5-for-5 performance in Türkiye was enough to make the Rafale abandon any unwarranted thoughts.
Qin Rui was also surprised when the Hand of Justice contacted him to ask if he wanted to upgrade the Shield 2000 that he had purchased from Libya.
Is this for real?
Lift!
He definitely has to be promoted!
The weapons a country exports represent its international reputation.
The French were worried that the Rafale would be shot down by the Shield 2000, so they dared not let Chad's Rafale take off.
East Asia is also concerned that the Shield 2000's poor performance in actual combat will damage the already questionable international reputation of East Asian weapons and equipment.
Although the purchase of the Shield 2000 included subsequent upgrade equipment.
The money that should be given should still be given.
This upgrade mainly focuses on the control system of the Shield 2000, giving it a faster response speed.
The flight speed and range that Qin Rui wanted more were not upgraded.
200 kilometers is actually quite a lot; it's enough to protect Libya's skies.
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