Chapter 4182: Stick to orders

Not only was Smara lost, but several satellite towns around Smara also lost ground. The People's Front of Western Sahara was greatly encouraged by this, and Ernest issued a commendation.
However, Lin Rui unceremoniously pointed out the current dilemma, "Although we have occupied Smara at present, this situation will not last for long. The importance of Smara is greater to the Moroccans than to us. Much.
So they will counterattack vigorously, and by then, Smara will definitely not be able to hold on. We have thought about at least two evacuation plans. If the enemy makes a major counterattack, we must retreat. "
Ernest was silent for a while and said, "Are you sure Smara can't keep it?"
"With our current strength and equipment, Smara will never be defended. So my suggestion is to delay the stagnation of the enemy by a small number of elite troops and cover the withdrawal of the main force. Sir, you insist on attacking Smara and try to use this. Improve the prestige of the People’s Front of Western Sahara and encourage the courage of the people of Western Sahara.
I understand this point, and I did it your way. I brought you a victory, which should be enough for all Western Saharans to understand that your People’s Front is still the backbone of the fight against Moroccan invasion.
But the next thing to do is to protect your team. The Moroccans are bound to go all out to counter Smara, and they are very likely to use a large number of defense forces originally deployed on the Algerian border. In terms of strength comparison, we have no chance of winning at all.
It can be said that Smara does not have the possibility of defending, which I have warned you already. The only way now is to retreat all over, or complete the evacuation with minimal loss. "Lin Rui replied.
"Well, I agree. If you really can't hold Smara, you can retreat. But you can't retreat now. You should understand that we attacked Smara in order to boost morale. Let the people of Western Sahara know us. In resistance.
But if after occupying Smara, he fled without a fight. Then all our previous efforts were wasted. Even if it's just a symbolic resistance, it can show everyone that we are working hard. "Ennister hesitated.
"I think you should understand that if we evacuate now, we can retreat all over. But if we wait for the enemy to launch an offensive, our chances of evacuation without damage will be much smaller.
This is not to flee without a fight, but to judge the situation and make the most reasonable tactical choice. Lin Ruirui shook her head and said.
"I understand what you mean, Mr. Rick, and appreciate your efforts. But I still insist that I can't retreat without a fight. At least I must retreat when the Li army launches an offensive and you are really unable to resist. "Ennister insisted.
"Mr. Ernest, do you know that your choice is to send these Western Sahara soldiers into an extremely adventurous situation? The enemy has armored power and air dominance. We only have infantry, and the number is still below the enemy.
If you retreat in time, you may be able to get rid of the enemy. But if it waits for the official engagement, whether the troops can withdraw or not is a big question. Motorized infantry has no chance of winning against mechanized troops. What's more, the number of each other is still above us. "Lin Rui shook his head.
"At least one day to two days. The propaganda department wants to use this victory to make an article, and has contacted reporters from various countries. A press conference is being held. You can't leave immediately at this time, at least try to persist for 1 to 2 days. This is the most Basic requirements." Ernest said, "This is not only my meaning, but also the committee's meaning."
"Go to your mother's committee!" Lin Rui couldn't help but explode, "How many of your committees know how to fight? Under these circumstances, let us stick to Smara. This is purely seeking death, do you understand? This is sending your soldiers to death in vain."
"Mr. Rick, I understand your excitement. But you must also understand us. The League for the Liberation of Western Sahara is pressing harder. Now many Western Saharans are beginning to doubt what we have done. This is the past dozens of times. New situation that hasn't happened in years.
The people think we are too weak and passively avoid war. The Western Sahara Liberation League is fighting the Moroccans. We are losing the trust of the people, and we must do something to restore this trust. This is why we insist on attacking Smara.
Mr. Rick, we have no choice at this point. Ernest whispered.
"But have you ever thought? Once we suffer a major military attack in Smara, thousands of Western Saharan young people will die here. Do you think Western Saharans will believe you or your Western Saharan government? Is it?" Lin Rui couldn't help but said.
"This is what you need to do. You need to try to bring our soldiers back safely in an extremely unfavorable environment. I know that we don't have many choices, and you may be their last hope." Ernest replied Said, "I'm sorry to do this, but there is no way. I have to go to the press conference, goodbye..."
Lin Rui hung up the phone in silence. General Edgar Rondo looked at him and frowned, "What did the Supreme Command say?"
"It's all bullshit." Lin Rui shook his head, "They didn't agree to evacuate early. They wanted us to stay here for at least one or two days, but they didn't even consider that the enemy would never give us that long.
When the enemy begins to attack, our situation will be very disadvantaged. Their armored forces will surround Smara from three directions. We will most likely be locked up in the Smara area. "
"The most important thing is that they still have air supremacy. They will carry out air strikes on the Smara area. We don't have many anti-aircraft weapons. It is impossible to shoot down F16 fighters with shoulder-mounted individual missiles." Edgar Rondo The general shook his head.
Lin Rui whispered, "To gather officers at all levels, we need to have a meeting. Detailed evacuation arrangements. Let the soldiers clear the streets and keep the roads clear."
Edgar Rondo nodded and said, "These are already being done. The city hall has been cleared out, do you plan to meet there? Our temporary headquarters is built there, and most of the officers are currently there."
"Let's go there, we don't have much time. Every minute wasted may result in the death of a soldier. To be honest, this is the most nonsense task I have ever taken, but I have no choice yet." Lin Rui Shook his head.
General Edgar Rondo called all the officers to gather for a meeting by radio.