THE RUSSIAN AGGRESSI0N, ENGLAND'S ATTITUDE. [BY TELEGRAPH.—COPYRIGHT.] [REUTER'S TELGRAMS.]

Waikato Times, Volume XXVII, Issue 2222, 5 October 1886, Page 2

THE RUSSIAN AGGRESSION, ENGLAND'S ATTITUDE. [BY TELEGRAPH.— COPYRIGHT.] [REUTERS TELGRAMS.]

►Sofia, October 1. The Regency ha\e issued a proclamation abolishing the state of siesie iv Bulgaria, which was declared after the coup d'etat in August. Parleying is now proceeding between the Regency and the Russian agent with a view to Russia being induced to modify her demands in regard to the future government of this country.

[PKESS ASSOCIATION.] London, September 20. The difference between General Kaulbar and the Regency of Bulgaria is relaxing, and both parties are moderating as to the terms of agreement. The merchants in Moscow are complaining of the stagnation of trade, and it is thought foresee war. It is believed that Austria will only fight if Bulgaria resists. lueutck's tkleorams.] London, October 2. Lord Randolph Churchill, addressing a Conservative meeting at Deptford last night, referred at some length to the position of affairs in Eistern Europe, He dwelt upon the many attempts England had made to assist the young nations in gaining liberty. He rejoiced that Austria had taken th© lead in endeavouring to preserve the freedom and autonomy of the countries of the Balkan Peninsula. Some of the Great Powers were inclined to bo contentious, others were anxious for the maintenance of peac,\ If compelled to choose England would sympathise with Bulgaria. England's adhesion would piobably serve to avert war.