Meanwhile, certain media outlets, politically motivated, have also begun to take action, analyzing and comprehensively arguing the "Eastern Threat Theory."
"The threat theory has finally validated the true nature of great powers!"
"Oppose Eastern hegemony, reject a new Cold War."
"We want cooperation, not confrontation; equality, not hegemony!"
"Please give small countries a little freedom to survive; do not force us to take sides!"
Various headlines appeared on the front pages of media and newspapers. Not only officials from various countries felt the chill, but all citizens sensed a wave of anxiety. It was as if the entire world had panicked overnight.
For a long time, the comprehensive national strength of the Eastern great power has been steadily rising, with many indicators reaching the position of "World's Number One," making it a truly formidable entity. However, due to the Eastern great power's consistently low-profile approach and the West's ongoing smear campaigns, it remains perceived as a backward and decaying country in the eyes of the world.
With the recent revelation of two major actions by the Eastern great power, many people began to think that the world is on a countdown to great power confrontation.
One Lu Family, "World's Number One," leads in steel production globally, has the highest trade volume, ranks first in agriculture, and possesses a complete industrial base along with the largest population in the world and strong organizational capabilities—a colossal entity indeed.
This shocking strength has caused many who originally dismissed the notion of an Eastern threat to waver in their beliefs. A country with such power, even if it merely sneezes, can make the entire world tremble. Even if the Eastern power does not wish to wear the label of "threat," it cannot simply remove it. The label of "threat" is not something just anyone can wear confidently; if the strength is insufficient, no one will believe it, no matter how much one boasts.
However, if your strength is sufficient, even if you disguise yourself as a sheep, you still cannot prevent others from feeling that overwhelming sense of insecurity! As a result, nearly half of the world's fishing fleets have become agitated, stirring up trouble and fanning the flames, resorting to slander and using every means at their disposal.
Even mainstream media in America have come out boldly to criticize the two significant actions taken by the Eastern power, accusing it of overreacting and deliberately creating a tense atmosphere in an attempt to foster a new Cold War environment. They are genuinely unwilling to see the leadership and discourse power of the Eastern power expand step by step, even encroaching on the space for Western discourse, viewing this as a challenge to Western values and worldview.
Fishing fleets around the world are in turmoil, with nearly every social class analyzing the two major actions suddenly initiated by the Eastern power, especially developed small countries that have long held a sense of superiority but whose strength has gradually declined.
A renowned military expert was asked by the host about the recent significant actions of two major Eastern powers. After pondering for a moment, he replied seriously:
"We must be vigilant about the worst-case scenario and prepare thoroughly. France is no longer the Gaulish rooster of yesteryear; in terms of economy, military strength, and global influence, we are far from our peak.
The conflict between America and the Eastern powers is not something we can involve ourselves in; we must not choose sides too early.
Upon careful analysis of the situation, we will find that the reasons for everything happening now depend on America's new energy policy..."
Similar interviews with mixed reviews are not limited to this one; television stations around the world are capitalizing on the hype, launching columns to analyze the situation through their own narratives, attempting to instill subjective ideologies in their respective citizens.
However, strangely enough, regarding this explosive news, America's usually outspoken leader has surprisingly not responded to this topic immediately and has instead fallen into an unusual silence.
Now this blonde elder feels as if he is riding a tiger, unable to get off, like throwing a punch into cotton—completely ineffective!
He is certain that the Eastern power is betting on whether he dares to take a bold stance and confront them head-on.
He is very clear about the psychology of similar opponents; it is nothing more than betting on whether America can make a decision. Sometimes he finds it quite amusing, as such situations have occurred more than once. It is one thing for a major Eastern power capable of threatening America, but it is absurd that some countries pin their future and fate on the hope that "America dares not strike." This foolish idea has always puzzled him.
"Our cards have already been played; there's no turning back. There's no point in thinking too much now; it all depends on whether the East is willing to back down." The blond old man crossed his arms and leaned back against the chair, a glint of severity flashing in his eyes. "If both sides take a step back, everything will be fine. If they choose to press forward, believing that America won't dare to fight, then we might as well show our hand and confront them head-on, while also letting the whole world know whether America truly dares to fight!"
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