Chapter 91 Clouds of War

However, although Barron wants to give News Corporation a little "fight back" and he also has some evidence of "eavesdropping", he does not intend to expose this matter now.

Because everything needs to maximize interests, he will not emotionally ruin his plan and expose the other party early just because of this "offense".

At present, for News Corporation, this kind of "eavesdropping" is not considered a large-scale use by them. Even if it is exposed, it will have some impact on News Corporation, but they can completely push it to "individual cases". Apologizing for their lax management will not lead to much follow-up.

Moreover, Barron’s current influence on the British government can only be said to be no different. You must know that the current British Prime Minister has a close relationship with Rupert Murdoch. He was elected to power, and the media owned by News Corporation The credit is indispensable, so if this matter is detonated at this time, I am afraid that the final solution will only be "raise high and fall gently."

Why was it that in the previous life, it was only after the Labor Party that was in power in England fell from power and the Conservative Party came to power that a large-scale investigation into News Corporation's "wiretapping scandal" began? There are naturally reasons for this.

"Laura, help me order a bouquet of flowers from a town near Chatsworth Manor and deliver it to the manor. Give it to Miss Bonnie. Just red roses."

"Okay, Your Highness the Duke."

In any case, although it is true that Barron has nothing to feel guilty about, women, of course, still need to be coaxed more.

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"Mr. Cameron, I read your speech on Iraq in the House of Commons last month, and I thought it was very insightful."

"Do you think so too? Your Majesty the Duke."

At this time, Cameron was still very young, just in his early thirties. As a member of Congress, his performance in the House of Commons was also remarkable.

Hearing Cameron asking himself this question, Barron smiled and said:

"Yes, I also think that after participating in the war on terrorism in Afghanistan, it is very reckless to send our soldiers to the front line again, especially when all the current arguments against Iraq's so-called weapons of mass destruction are not too On the premise of too much substantial evidence.”

Entering September, the clouds of war are increasingly gathering internationally.

In fact, as early as January this year, the then-President of the United States proposed the so-called "axis of evil countries". His statement at that time was that Iraq, Iran and North Korea were seeking to develop and proliferate weapons to varying degrees. Weapons of mass destruction such as nuclear weapons, biological weapons, and chemical weapons have formed an "axis of evil."

In order to prevent terrorists from acquiring weapons of mass destruction, the United States has listed these three countries as targets for the "global war on terrorism".

In May of this year, the United States accused Libya, Syria and Cuba of also seeking weapons of mass destruction and included them in the expanded list of "axis of evil" countries proposed by Bush.

But now, many people can see that it is a high probability that the United States wants to use force against Iraq. After all, since they have made the rumor loud and clear, and have used a lot of public opinion to support their opposition to Iraq. The "legitimacy" of the "axis of evil countries" to carry out attacks, so with the American style of conduct, it is impossible to let it pass with a big thunder and a small rain.

And among the so-called "axis of evil countries" they listed - the last three countries are not the focus. Among the three key countries: Iran, Iraq and North Korea, Iraq can be said to be the softest persimmon. , it is also the most suitable for them to take action.

As the "closest ally" of the United States, the British Prime Minister has actively echoed the United States' "Global War on Terrorism" from the beginning. He has long revealed in various speeches that Britain will join the United States in joining the fight against the "axis of evil." "Country" is under attack...

As the opposition party at this time, the Conservative Party will naturally "struggle" with the ruling Labor Party in all aspects. What they say they support, we must oppose; what they oppose, we must support!

Therefore, in terms of their attitude towards the "axis of evil countries" such as Iraq, most members of the Conservative Party, including Cameron, are opposed to directly participating in the war. They have been asking the government to provide guidance on the so-called "axis of evil" countries. "Weapons of Mass Destruction".

"I am very happy to see that your opinion is the same. Your Highness, the Duke, this time is different from the war on terrorism in Afghanistan. We are not dealing with terrorist organizations, but to attack a country. This kind of thing, no matter what You need to be cautious at all times.”

During the debate on the Iraq issue in the House of Commons a few days ago, Cameron, as a member of Congress, spoke outright against sending troops directly to the war. In today's chat with Barron, he still insisted on this attitude.

Their meeting today was at the Devonshire (Chelsea) Hotel, which had not yet officially opened. Therefore, the meeting between the two was relatively private.

After all, one is a Conservative MP and the other is a duke. Even if the two can be said to be personal friends, once they are photographed by some media, it is easy to cause some discussion.

"We have a certain influence in the Middle East, and there is no need to participate in a war like the United States, which is obviously to remove the 'eyesore'. Even if we are not directly famous, our interests can be guaranteed in the end, and the war will definitely Inflicting casualties is an unnecessary sacrifice for those soldiers, so in the future, my newspaper will also try its best to oppose the Prime Minister's approach of leading us into war."

For the news media, the so-called "strict neutrality" is completely impossible for rational people.

The British media must safeguard the interests of Britain; the American media must safeguard the interests of the United States; the Western media must safeguard the interests of the West - of course, except for those media funded by certain "foundations" who will represent the United States. Lord’s interests.

Within the UK, different media are also clearly divided - The Times and the Financial Times are right-wing and relatively conservative; while the Guardian is notoriously radical and left-leaning.

Generally speaking, they will choose a party to support based on political demands before the election. At present, the Times and the Guardian both favor the Labor Party.

Perhaps among these major national newspapers, the only one that claims not to have any support for the party and is known for its neutrality is the Independent, which was acquired by Barron's.

But now, under normal circumstances, Barron rarely interferes with the reports of The Independent, but on certain matters, this newspaper must represent his interests.

So Cameron's intentional closeness with Barron at this time is naturally not just for "personal friendship". As a member of the Conservative Party, he naturally hopes that Barron, the boss of the Independent, will Being able to stand on their own side and increase their voice in public opinion.

At their level, the premise of "friendship" is that everyone gets what they need. They are not emotional people, they are all adults, and they understand that there is no such thing as "friendship" for no reason.

Barron is willing to bet on Cameron and the Conservative Party behind him in advance, but this does not mean that he will stand with the opponent clearly.

Everything needs to be weighed and compromised. Although Bu Laier's government is indeed not friendly to the nobles, and many of their policies are not liked by Barron, there is no need to make too much of a fuss at this time. , just need to show your attitude in a timely manner.

A good person cannot be favored, only a clear distinction between love and hate can be given.

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