1937Germany Guarantees Belgian Sovereignty

Germany notifies Belgium that its sovereignty will be guaran...
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🤝 Germany and Soviet Union Sign Treaty of Berlin

The Treaty of Berlin is signed by Germany and the Soviet Union, which declares neutrality if either country is attacked within the next five years.
GermanySoviet UnionTreatyNeutralityDiplomacyInternational RelationsEuropeRussia

🛡️ Germany Guarantees Belgian Sovereignty

Germany notifies Belgium that its sovereignty will be guaranteed as long as Belgium refrains from taking part in military action against Germany.
GermanyBelgiumSovereigntyNeutralityDiplomacyEuropeWorld War IIAssurance

🤝 Iraq Severes Diplomatic Ties with Germany

Iraq Severes Diplomatic Ties with Germany (1939)
IraqDiplomacyGermanyMiddle EastAlliesNeutrality

🤝 Egypt Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Germany

Egypt Cuts Diplomatic Ties with Germany (1939)
EgyptGermanyDiplomacyMiddle EastAlliesNeutrality

🇷🇴 Germany Tries to Sway Romania

Germany's minister to Romania Wilhelm Fabricius unsuccessfully attempts to coax Romania in renouncing to the guarantee given in March by Britain to support them if invaded.
Germany Tries to Sway Romania (1939)
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🇨🇭 Switzerland Closes Borders with Germany and Austria

Switzerland closes its borders with Germany (and the former Austria).
SwitzerlandGermanyAustriaBordersNeutralityWorld War II