740.0011 European War 1939/14116
The Minister in Iran (Dreyfus) to the Secretary of State
Tehran, August 18, 1941—1
p.m.
[Received 8 p.m.]
[Received 8 p.m.]
95. The British and Russian notes, referred to in the Legation’s No. 92,78 were delivered Saturday. Other than a fresh surge of rumors and increasing nervousness among foreigners there are no important developments to report. There is no indication yet as to any new Iranian Government order. The British Minister’s impression is that the Iranians are still seeking a magic formula which will satisfy parties. Developments are expected soon.
Dreyfus