Little doubt was left in the minds of observers here that Spanish participation in the war is imminent when in his lot with the Axis Powers.
The "Popolo di Roma" significantly declared, "Italy with happiness welcomes Spain's truly historic decision and her solidarity with those warring against Spain's historic enemy.
"Spain is closing the circle against England and is regaining her active role in the Mediterranean and Africa." Well-informed Fascist quarters meanwhile confirmed that Spain's entry into the war was discussed at Berlin by General Serrand Suner, Spanish Minister of Home Affairs, and the German Foreign Minister, Colonel Joachim von Ribbentrop.—Domei.
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