867N.01/5–2349

Memorandum by the Acting Secretary of State

confidential

Meeting With President, Monday, May 23, 1949

arab refugee commitment

The President understands that he has made a commitment in this direction and desires it implemented in a realistic manner. He understands that this problem is a long-term one and that there is no immediately available solution which will remove it from the area of consideration and action for some time to come.

James E. Webb