761.91/217: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Chargé in Iran ( Engert )
Washington
, May 8,
1940—5 p.m.
53. Your 101, May 6, 9 a.m. As soon as you are in a position to do so, please telegraph without delay further information and your views regarding the basis and significance of the Soviet demands for airfield facilities, including an explanation of the phrase “at the disposal of the Soviets”.
Hull