THE EGYPTIAN CRISIS

Waikato Times, Volume XL, Issue 3210, 21 January 1893, Page 2

THE EGYPTIAN CRISIS

[hv marine tki.kuha I'll. —coi'yhigh rj. London, Junuury 18. It is now believed the Khedive noted on his own initiative, and it is stated lie dismissed his Ministers with great discourtesy. Franco and Russia both disavow any connection with his action, but Ismail Pasha, ex-Khedive, is suspected of instigating bis grandson. The excitement among the natives in'.the country is unabated, Tho Khedive has apologised,nud appointed Riaz Pasha Premier. The French press sympathise with the Khedive. The Opposition press in England commend Lord Rosebcry's energetic action, which Mr Gladstone supported by a special meeting of the Cabinet. Though Fakri Pasha has to retire, the new Egyptian Ministry includes several new and auti-English mem bers, but the British authorities are satisfied because Eiaz Pasha is a strong supporter. The Khedive also under, takes not to again make any change in the Ministry without consulting England. Berlin, January 18, It is believed in G&man official circles that the Egyptian episode will draw England closer to tho Triple Alliance. France and Russia are blamed for instigating the Khedive, Paris, January 19. In the Chamber of Deputies, M. Develle, replying to a question by 11. Dclouclie, said the Government recognised the seriousness of England's interference with the independence of the Khedive, and had instructed M. Waddington, French Ambassador in London, to interview Lord Rosebery, Foreign Secretary, on tho subject. The French press are extremely irritated, and allege that England's action practically amounts to annexation, On the other hand, tho Aus* trian, Italian, and German press warmly approve of the stand taken by England, and condemn the childish folly of the Khedive.