1943 Diplomacy & Treaties Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 31 Jan Chile breaks diplomatic relations with Axis powers: On January 20, 1943, the U.S. Secretary of State instructed the Ambassador in Chile to assist the Chilean government in implementing measures against the Axis powers, following Chile's decision to sever diplomatic ties with them. source: history.state.gov
- 05 Feb Mussolini dismisses Foreign Minister Galeazzo Ciano: On February 5, 1943, Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini dismissed his son-in-law, Count Galeazzo Ciano, from his position as Foreign Minister. Ciano had been advocating for a peace agreement with the Allies, which Mussolini considered defeatist. Following his dismissal, Ciano was appointed ambassador to the Vatican. source: britannica.com
- 27 Dec France transfers powers in Lebanon: On December 27, 1943, an agreement was reached between General Catroux, Commissioner of State en mission, and representatives of the Lebanese and Syrian governments to return powers exercised by French authorities to these governments. This agreement stipulated that, starting January 1, 1944, the jointly administered services would be handed over to the Lebanese and Syrian states, granting them the right to legislate. source: history.state.gov
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