Secretary James Byrnes Press Statement

The speaker discusses the current stalemate in the Council of Foreign Ministers and emphasizes the importance of involving all nations, especially those who suffered in the war, in the peace process. The Soviet Union has not rejected the peace proposal, and there is hope for agreement. The speaker stresses the need for continued efforts towards a just and lasting peace, highlighting the role of understanding and cooperation among nations.

What was the outcome of the first session of the Council of Foreign Ministers?

• It resulted in a peace agreement.

• It ended in a stalemate.

• It was canceled due to disagreements.

• It was postponed indefinitely.

According to the speaker, who should be involved in making peace?

• Only the large states.

• Only the small states.

• Neutral countries.

• All states that fought in the war.

How does the speaker describe the war?

• A war of governments.

• A war of resources.

• A war of ideologies.

• A People's War.

What was the Soviet Union's response to the peace proposal?

• They accepted it immediately.

• They ignored it completely.

• They rejected it outright.

• They did not reject it and found it correct in principle.

What is the speaker's hope regarding the nations that fought in the war?

• That they will be excluded from peace talks.

• That they will form new alliances.

• That they will have a chance to make World Peace.

• That they will continue fighting.