Chapter 4263: Defense deployment

In the next few days, Lin Rui and General Quinn, who is in charge of the Moroccan militia, have been negotiating with each other on the defense of Palimo. General Quinn respected their opinions very much, and almost obeyed the demands made by Lin Rui and others.
A few days later, news came from the intelligence department. The armed forces of the Jihadist Alliance that occupied the surrounding areas were mobilized almost simultaneously. The actuary Jiang Ki immediately notified Lin Rui of this information.
Lin Rui looked at the map, "The time to come is finally here."
"There is also bad news. The number of enemy troops is estimated to be more than before. After the members of the Jihadist Alliance occupied the surrounding areas, they have been forcibly recruiting young and middle-aged people to participate in the war. Many of them are bewitched by them. Many of the young people in Western Sahara were locals who were forced to recruit into the army.
Although these people have no combat experience, they are enough to increase our consumption. According to the latest intelligence, the number of troops they assembled this time may reach about 20,000. "The actuary replied Jiangshi.
"So many?" Lin Rui frowned slightly, "This is a bit tricky. Originally, based on their strength estimates, I thought their strength was only a little over 10,000. In the absence of heavy weapons, they would have to face 20,000 enemies. Attacking is not easy."
The actuary Jiangan nodded, "The enemy commander, we have already learned about it. It is very likely that Abu Olama, a leader of the Jihadist League. This person was a former member of Al Qaeda, and he is different from other people. Terrorist. He does not engage in terrorist attacks. He is responsible for military operations. And he has experience in commanding large-scale operations. It is said that he has a good command of large-scale operations."
"Damn, I hate fighting big battles. But they even gave me such an opponent who can fight big battles." Lin Rui sighed, "If they have so many manpower than us, it will be difficult to defend. It will rise to another level."
"Yes. I have studied this Olama. This person is proficient in guerrilla tactics and is likely to avoid our defensive positions and attack from the flanks or in a roundabout way. Coupled with sufficient manpower, they are likely to expand more. Point offense. Forcing us to spread the defensive force.
And they also have multiple rocket launchers and infantry support weapons, and a large number of armed vehicles. We are probably going to fight very hard in this battle. "Jiang An seeks truth from facts.
"What's the response from Morocco? What kind of air assistance do we need? What is their response?" Lin Rui turned his head and asked.
"The Royal Moroccan Air Force will cooperate with us in launching attacks and bombing terrorists. But the number of times may not be too many. The maximum is 2-3 rounds of air strikes. It can only be used to suppress the opponent when it is most dangerous. I am afraid that others We still have to rely on ourselves." Jiang An replied.
"It's good to have it. It's better than nothing. Inform General Quinn that a curfew will be implemented in the city from now on. All troops enter a state of combat readiness. Also inform Cobain that we need to use satellites for reconnaissance." Lin Rui whispered.
"It's also a bit difficult." Jiang An shook his head.
"What's the matter?" Lin Rui asked.
"At present, Silver Wolf and their mission in Libya need to call satellites. I am afraid that we cannot take care of our side for the time being. As you know, we are not rich Yankees. They have many spy satellites in Africa, but we only have this one. It can barely be used for reconnaissance, but it can't be adjusted for a while." Jiang Jian shook his head.
"If this is the case, we won't be able to know the enemy's dynamics in time. It's a lot more difficult to act." Lin Rui muttered. "How is the material situation in the city? Can it handle the long battle?"
"The arms reserve is not a problem. Those Moroccan militias are actually the Moroccan reserve. After we retaken Palimo last time, the Moroccan side provided a lot of weapons, equipment and supplies. However, the situation of ordinary citizens is not optimistic. Once the fighting starts, Duan The time is not a big problem, but once it lasts too long, the lack of supplies in the city will cause panic and chaos, which will cause us trouble." Jiangan walked back and forth.
"Why didn't you say it earlier?" Lin Rui frowned.
"Statistical work has been doing, but it has just been reported. General Quinn is already processing it." Jiang An replied.
Lin Rui frowned, "How is he going to solve it?"
"Comprehensive control is implemented. The compulsory expropriation of food, medicines and daily necessities in the city is classified as military control. A unified ration system is implemented and provided to the citizens at regular intervals. Although this will not solve the fundamental problem, it can at least help us stabilize our eyes. The situation. To prevent the citizens from causing panic and riots due to lack of food and medicine." Jiang An replied.
"That's true. But as you said, these can't solve the fundamental problem. Anyway, we must try to ensure the supply of food and drinking water in wartime. And we must increase efforts to punish crimes. When we resist these terrorists, There must be no civil strife in the city. Otherwise, the situation will not be good." Lin Rui thought for a while. "According to the current situation, how long can the city's reserves last?"
"Water is not too short, but food can only last for a week." Jiang An replied.
"How is it possible? Such a big city has only one week of food reserves?" Lin Rui said in disbelief.
"There is only so much official control. Other resources are concentrated in private hands. It is impossible for merchants to take out the hoarded food and medicine. They prefer to sell them at high prices. You know that once the battle begins, prices are skyrocketing. Many of these businessmen are waiting to stock up on wonder." Jiang An shook his head.
"Notify Quinn to check the shops of these merchants, confiscate all materials, and centrally control them. Then let him issue a temporary decree that all materials in the city will be collected uniformly. After the war, the Moroccan government will complete the settlement with these merchants. Anyone who violates this provisional law will be dealt with according to the theory of collusion with the enemy." Lin Rui thought for a while.
"Confiscation of private property? I am afraid this will cause resistance from some people in the city." Jiang An frowned.
"The situation is urgent. Suppress immediately in case of resistance. This will offend some people, but it is better than the whole city falling into turmoil. Moreover, it is clear to these merchants that it was requisitioned by His Majesty. When the war is over, go to them Your Majesty the King wants money." Lin Rui shook his head. "Anyone who wants to defy will be arrested in the name of trying to hoard supplies and fund jihadists."
"It seems that there is only this." Jiang An smiled, "Actually, General Quinn is already doing this."
"Oh, I don't see that this old man is far-sighted. That's okay, we shouldn't have come forward for such things. The Moroccans will take care of Moroccan affairs. No one can say anything wrong." Lin Rui nodded. .