The landing of German planes in Syria and its repercussions on Anglo-French relations have swept the Hess story into a minor place in British newspapers, "The Times" says: "The whole episode calls for a careful reconsideration of the basis on which our policy towards the Vichy Government has hitherto rested—the supposition that the Government will not further actively designs of the Axis against its former ally."
After outlining the defects a German lodgement in Syria would have in the Middle East, "The Times" says "In these circumstances the need for prompt and vigorous action on our part is clear, Public opinion will welcome Mr, Eden's assurance on this head. and will not criticize the statement of soldiers who follow Suvaroffs motto: Go in and hit! before our enemies can muster their forces in the vital theatre of war,"
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