310.381/12–551: Telegram
The Chargé in Greece ( Yost ) to the Secretary of State
2605. Brit Emb has just reed personal note from Eden for transmission PriMin Plastiras stating that while Grk qualification UN SC seat recognized Brit feels compelled vote for Slav State on first ballot in respect for tradition and in order not to discourage Slav cooperation in UN. If Slav State did not secure necessary vote on first ballot Brit wld then cast vote for Greece. Note couched in friendly terms stressed desire explain beforehand reasons which compelled Brit position probably disappointing to Grks.
Sent Dept 2605; rptd Paris 64 (for USDel).