1) The revolution is ripe, power must be seized; the fascists must not be allowed to take power.

2) Intervention by France and Poland is probable.

3) The defeat of the revolution in Germany is a step toward war with Russia. Our breathing space is precarious enough as it is (the ultimatum), and after a defeat of the revolution it will be even worse.

4) Either the fate of Greece, or prepare for defense while supporting the German proletariat by every means.

Politbiuro TsK RKP(b) -- VKP(b) i Komintern. 1919-1943. Dokumenty. P. 171.

RGASPI F. 558. Op. 11. D. 25. L. 102.