1 JUNE 1918, Page 2

One obvious solution of the difficulties, though it may be

only a partial solution, is for the Allies, including Japan, to accept the invitation of Russia, and to form a military rallying-point in Siberia. Our own Government have announced that they are consulting with the Allies as to what had best be done, and we hope that a policy will emerge before long. It is a very important matter, but in the absence of all trustworthy information as to the particular strength and purpose at the moment of the different parties in Russia, only the Government can usefully take part in framing a policy.