RUSSIA AND PERSIA.
SIR EDWARD GREY SPEAKS. Loudon, December 1. Sir Edward Grey, in dealing with the Persian situation, said the effect of Russia’s action may he very serious. No reflections were cast on Mr. Shuster’s energy or intentions, hut his persistence in appointing British officials in North Persia made things impossible. The Government was consulting Russia how host the* AngloRussian agreement might remain unimpaired. Russia had assured Britain that her occupation was temporary.
Teheran, December 1
The Mejliss (Parliament) is considering the Russian ultimatum in secret session.
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Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXI, Issue 93, 2 December 1911, Page 5
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