They were concerned about one leak. This would have been my method. The first four attacks would be small and leaked. They would have known the hour, the minute I would strike.

Twice more, I would telegraph strikes but keep my planes on the ground. Then, without warning, without so much as a hint, I I would strike at an odd time very fast and very hard.

Uncertainty and strategic disruption have long been tactical tools in warfare. During my time in Vietnam, the enemy employed psychological methods designed to unsettle and destabilize our forces. This approach of maintaining unpredictability is a time-honored technique aimed at undermining an opponent’s confidence and operational effectiveness. If I were in a position of authority, I would ensure that those causing shipping disruptions would be permanently neutralized through comprehensive strategic intervention.

Achieving victory in conflict transcends mere body counts. Strategic manipulation often involves subtle pawns, carefully positioned to serve a larger purpose. A seemingly innocuous reporter might be more instrumental than they appear, potentially operating as an intentional asset in a complex tactical landscape.