Italy's offer to suspend hostilities in Ethiopia provided the imposition. of sanctions Is removed during the discussion of peace terms is reported. from Geneva. In Abyssinia renewed fighting has occurred, in consequence? of an Mahan advance to Lake Ashangl. This advance is the logical outcome of the victory at Int Alaji but it seems to be resolutely opposed in spite of the heavy losses reported as inflicted on the Ethiopians during the ate getting. "Italy's ability to reach Lake Ashangi can hardly be doubted and Marshal Badoglio is credited with the desire to consolidate his position there in preparation for the rainy season, The reports give an impres~ sion that the ancial strain is beginning to tell on Italy. Fortunately for her she has definitely established her ascendancy, but that may make her all the rondler to discuss terms of peace. It is improbable that Signor Grandi discussed the Ethiopian issue in London with Frencts and British statesmen without being advised of the earnestness of his colleagues' desire for a honourable solution of
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