In reality? Mexico voluntarily gave up the huge spoils in front of them, and now "thoughtfully" expressed that the UK's funding commitment to Brazil could be delayed. With what reason or face can the UK occupy an important position in the future "Amazon Fund" led by Mexico or even the entire South American security structure?
Absence is equivalent to being out!
However, what else can he say?
The domestic situation has already turned upside down, and the phones of the Prime Minister and Minister of Defense have probably blown up his secure line.
He must immediately, at once, roll back to London to face that political storm capable of toppling the government.
Brazil? South America? In front of the ruins of the Az Camp and more than twenty coffins draped in the national flag, they all seem so distant and unrealistic.
"Thank you for your understanding, General." Sir Johnson was filled with exhaustion and dejection.
