London, Oct. 5.
Now that Italy evidently has declined to listen to German persuasions, the interest of political and military circles centres on the talks between Soviet Russia and Turkey.
It is believed that Russia is anxious to safeguard herself against possible attacks through the Black Sea and the destruction of the Baku oilfields by British navy and aircraft, and hence is pressing Turkey to close the Black Sea.
It is confidently felt, however, that Turkey will never let down the Allies.—Reuter.
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