ENGLAND AND RUSSIA.
Constantinople, November 27. It is reported that Russia has applied to the Sultan for a coaling station on the Bosphorus. St. Petersburg, November 27. Colonel Yanoff will have command of a Russian exploration expedition to Thibet. I London, November 29. It is semi-officially announced that the English Foreign Office and Russia have come to an understanding. It does not, however, involve a-regular alliance between the two countries, but it is simply desired in future to settle any questions that may arise peacefully. Professor Vambery, the well-known authority on the Eastern question, contends that England’s greatness lies in Asia. '' ' He urges that the postponement of the evil hour by feigning friendship for Russia -will prove a disadvantage when it comes to a.trial of strength between the two Empires. x V .>•
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New Zealand Mail, Issue 1188, 7 December 1894, Page 35
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132ENGLAND AND RUSSIA. New Zealand Mail, Issue 1188, 7 December 1894, Page 35
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