When war breaks out, opportunities are needed. In other words, the party that initiates the war needs an excuse to go to war with the enemy. Regardless of whether this excuse is valid or not, there has to be one. It's not to convince other countries, it's entirely to let the people at home know that Empire has a reason for going to war with other countries. Only in this way can we gain public support. Only with the support of the people can the war continue.
Otherwise, if the people do not support it, not only will the war not be able to continue, but it may even cause the country to collapse. Even though Oscar is now almost deified in Germany, when launching a foreign war, it also needs the support of the Empire people. Only in this way can the war be won.
Especially this World War will be more tragic and longer than the previous World War. Even though Germany had already begun to prepare for this World War, Oscar was not sure how long the war would last. If the war lasts too long, it will inevitably have a great impact on people's lives. Especially if casualties continue to increase during a war, this will inevitably stimulate anti-war sentiment among the people. Therefore, it is undoubtedly very necessary to find a suitable excuse for this war. Only in that way can the people's sincere support be given, and German Empire have a greater chance of winning in this war.
Empire and Military and Political Ministers were stunned. Unexpectedly, Oscar actually wanted to use Ukraine's attack by Buru as an excuse to start a war. Although, they have known for a long time that the war will definitely break out, and the time for the war may not be too far away. After all, Germany's war preparations are almost complete. Under such circumstances, Germany will definitely not wait any longer.
"Although Your Majesty and Kingdom of Ukraine were attacked, Buru only dispatched more than a thousand people. What's more, Kingdom of Ukraine did not suffer any loss. If this is used as an excuse to start a war with Buru, or even detonate World War, it may lack some convincing," Imperial Prime Minister Wachth said.
Oscar thought about it and nodded, that is indeed the case. If we want to give an explanation to the people, it is unconvincing that Ukraine was attacked by a force of more than a thousand people from Buru.
"Your Majesty, since it's not convincing, let's just create a bigger dispute." Field Marshal Manstein said.
Field Marshal Manstein can see that Oscar seems to intend to start a war this year. Therefore, he began to actively think about how to detonate the war. For these military giants, they certainly wish that the war would break out earlier. In that case, they can achieve greater merit. Although, Manstein is now Army Marshal, in Germany* military circles, he is definitely considered to be a high-ranking person. However, he is also eager to be promoted again and become Imperial Marshal.
As the highest military rank of the Empire, Imperial Marshal is not so easy to obtain. World War, which is about to explode, is undoubtedly the best opportunity. If he can lead Empire to victory in the war as the chief of general staff, then it will be almost certain that he will be promoted to Imperial Marshal after the war.
Oscar's eyes lit up. For Germany now, creating an excuse to start a war is not a problem. As long as Germany really wants to start a war, it will be very easy to find an excuse.
"Everyone, Empire is now ready for war. Therefore, I intend to launch a war within this year. When other countries are not ready, Buru will be caught off guard. If we can destroy If Buru is killed, then we can truly dominate Europe. By then, Empire will be invincible in the future war!" Oscar said.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" All the ministers replied. They also all know that by this time, war is inevitable.
"Field Marshal Manstein, from now on, the army will be mobilized secretly. Within three months, the 13th to 24th Army Corps will be formed." Oscar ordered.
If we want to launch an attack on Buru, we will definitely not be able to rely solely on the existing army. German Army's standing army has only 12 army groups with 2.4 million people. There are still two group armies stationed in Far East and Australia, and there are only 10 group armies left in the mainland. Excluding the two armies stationed at British Isles and northern France, the largest force German Army can mobilize is only eight armies with 1.6 million people. Although there are already a lot of troops like this, it is far from enough to destroy Buru.
Therefore, Oscar requires the Army to mobilize 12 more armies. Of the 12 newly mobilized armies, except for two armies that will be transported to Far East to assist in the defense there, the remaining ten armies can all be devoted to the attack on Buru. Assembling 18 army groups and 3.6 million people is enough to defeat Buru. Coupled with Germany's Protectorate troops, there is no problem in destroying Buru.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Field Marshal Manstein nodded. He felt a little excited, because if German military started mobilizing, it would mean that war was inevitable.
"Gustav, regarding this conflict, make the most stern representations to Buru. Let Ministry of Foreign Affairs figure out how to do it!" Oscar said.
Since we want to start a war with Buru, we must start looking for excuses to start a war. The conflict between Buru and Kingdom of Ukraine, Germany is going to take a tough stance on this. After all, Kingdom of Ukraine is the Protectorate of the German Empire. Now, Kingdom of Ukraine is being bullied by Buru. As Kingdom of Ukraine's master, Germany will naturally stand up for Kingdom of Ukraine.
"Yes, Your Majesty. In this negotiation, can our attitude be tougher?" Gustav? Streseman asked.
"The tougher the better, it is best to make some demands that Buru cannot fulfill." Oscar said.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Gustav? Streseman already understood what Oscar meant.
"Field Marshal Manstein, secretly send someone to Ukraine, notify General Rommel and Ukraine, and let them find opportunities to further expand the situation!" Oscar said.
If Kingdom of Ukraine and Buru break out into a larger-scale conflict, or even a war. Then, German Empire, who is responsible for the safety of Kingdom of Ukraine, can take this opportunity to join the war.