Chapter 537: Crazy, Is the Third Great War About to Erupt?

At this very moment.

The United States can still leverage the technology of its naval and air force equipment.

To suppress Long Country.

In a few years or even a decade or two.

Once Long Country's technology has matured.

The United States will no longer be able to suppress Long Country.

It can only watch as Long Country grows bit by bit, devouring everything that rightfully belongs to the United States.

"At present, our ground forces are on par with Long Country's, perhaps even slightly weaker."

"But in terms of naval and air force weaponry, we still hold the position of the world's number one hegemon."

"In this current game of strategy."

"Unless Long Country is willing to risk everything and stake its entire national power against us."

"Otherwise, in this standoff across these island chains, we will suffer no losses."

"If we abandon this move and let Long Country gain the upper hand."

"All nations around the world will believe that the United States dares not challenge Long Country."

"By then, our status as world hegemon may be questioned by those nations that have submitted to us."

Within the memories of the senior leadership of the United States.

The head of the think tank wore a serious expression.

And the expressions of the decision-makers were equally solemn.

In the end.

The decision was passed down layer by layer, reaching the military of the United States.

This night was destined to be sleepless.

Early the next morning.

Upon learning of everything, people around the world were shocked.

The warships and aircraft of the United States...

Were actually assembling on a massive scale along the edges of Long Country's waters under the guise of a patrol!

Two aircraft carriers.

Five fleets.

And countless escort and cruiser vessels.

This was only what could be seen.

Other vessels hidden beyond radar and submarines underwater.

Their numbers were certainly no less, and likely far greater, than what was visible.

The senior leadership of every nation felt their scalps go numb.