Episode 2 of 3
Russian Diplomatic Proposal
- When
- 1887
- Where
- Berlin
In early 1887, a Russian diplomat proposed a treaty in Berlin for friendly neutrality during a German-French war, seeking recognition of Russian dominance in Bulgaria.
The proposal offered friendly neutrality during a war between Germany and France. In return, Germany would recognize Russian dominance in Bulgaria and promise friendly neutrality if Russia seized the Turkish Straits from the Ottoman Empire. This occurred after the Dreikaiserbund lapsed due to Balkan competition.
Sources
- Reinsurance Treaty Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17
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