501.BB Palestine/3–2849: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Legation in Lebanon
148. Unpal 69. [For Ethridge.] Fol tel recd today from USUN:
“SYG has been informed by PCC Secretariat that French and Turkish members favor a Palestine peace conference in Geneva in immed future. He is replying that such a meeting seems premature at this time. Accordingly he will not authorize expenditure of UN funds for trip and meeting in Geneva. SYG understands this is Ethridge position.”
Shld appreciate your views. Dept feels SYG shld be guided by recommendations of PCC, particularly if there is any momentum which might facilitate tangible results at a peace conference. If armistice agreements are signed near future we see certain advantages prompt peace talks and are prepared intimate these views SYG if you concur.