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Estados Unidos Mexicanos

On behalf of the Latin American Court of Justice, we support discussions favouring a peaceful resolution, but continue our protest that without a neutral arbitration body the likelihood of all parties being brought to the negotiating table remains low. Nonetheless, we offer our hopes of an end to the bloodshed, and offer a delegation to be present in the event talks break down (... or fail to begin) so that, if sought by the belligerent parties, a recourse is available.

The Russian Empire commends the spirit of the German, Belgian and Mexican delegates now and previously, in wishing to hasten the peace process. Peace in the region is at last within our grasp, with the war's instigator, who had thus far avoided all efforts to negotiate a peace, in custody, and negotiations ready to be undertaken. Our fellow European powers will know it to be a given, but to avoid any doubt, the Ottoman sultan shall be accorded respect and conditions in custody worthy of his position, and a sustainable peace is necessary.

Our fellow Great Powers know it also to be a given that Russia supports a peace conference, and is presently encouraging discussions between the relevant powers, that a treaty may swiftly be signed. If Brussels would be the preferred location for the final signing we are quite contented; though another suggestion would be more local - perhaps Constantinople, Tǎrnovo, Sofia, Crete or Athens.

On a final note, we respect the Mexican position but do not believe that a Latin American court is the suitable medium for any resulting disputes to be settled, but discussions between the Great Powers.

The Imperial Russian government has spoken with many of the most relevant powers to the Turkish War - both allied and neutral - in our determination to come to a just settlement. The Great Powers of the French Republic, German Empire, and the Austro-Hungarian Empire, have given their indicative assent to this peace draft, which we believe indicates the merits of it to all parties. Russia could easily have unilaterally imposed far worse terms on the Turk, with some justice considering relative involvement, but has chosen a course respectful to our partners.

The Ottoman Empire must never again be in a position to threaten the young Balkan states, or hold Russian maritime trade hostage via the straits. Nor can she be left in a position to seek the destruction of the Armenian people. She must however remain a viable state, and thus her Turk heartlands are left intact by this treaty.

We leave the floor open to the remaining delegates to give their own thoughts; chiefly the British and Italian empires, but also those already witness to an earlier draft, who might wish to speak once more. Italy has responded not to our ambassador; and Britain was the subject of uncertainty due to a change of government. Tripoli and Cyrenaica have been left out of this treaty as not immediately relevant to this war, though we would leave the floor open to those concerned the Turk may not be able to maintain it, their fleet having been sunk by the Imperial Black Sea fleet.

Treaty of Brussels [Draft]

• The Ottoman Empire shall cease all hostilities, and recognise the independence and sovereignty of Greece, Serbia, Montenegro and Bulgaria. Reparations of 100c shall be paid to Greece, and 50c to Bulgaria.
  
  The Ottoman Empire shall withdraw from territory in Europe, the relevant regions being ceded to the allied powers as displayed in the map.
  
  British control of, and sovereignty over Cyprus shall be recognised by the Ottoman Empire.
  
  The Ottoman Empire shall cede the Aegean and Dodecanese Islands in their entirety, save Imbros and Tenedos, to the Kingdom of Greece.
  
  The Ottoman Empire shall recognise a plebiscite on union between Crete and the Kingdom of Greece.
  
  The Straits of Marmara and the Dardanelles, along with territory demarcated on either side of the coast, is ceded to the Russian Empire. The islands of Imbros and Tenedos off the Dardanelles are likewise ceded.
  
  The city of Constantinople shall become a neutral international city, with civil authorities composed of Greek, municipal Turk, and Russian representatives. German, Austrian, British, Italian, and French delegations shall also be present, guaranteeing the city is a neutral hub for commerce.
  
  The Russian Empire shall guarantee the rights of all nations to commercial access to the Straits, except in the instance of a general European war.
  
  The allied powers shall guarantee respect for, and freedom of, existing Austro-German concessions and investments in former and existing Ottoman territories.
  
  The majority of the six Armenian vilayets are ceded to the Russian Empire, along with the Pontic coast, subject to border alterations to better reflect ethnic Turk areas.
  
  The Ottoman Empire pledges to guarantee the equal rights of Christians within her borders, regardless of denomination, and to maintain the status of the Mount Lebanon Mutasarrifate and the Holy Places of Palestine in particular.
  
  The Ottoman Empire shall relinquish any claim to sovereignty over Kuwait, and respect British rights there.
  
  The vilayet of Basra [outwith Kuwait] shall be ceded to the Persian Empire, with a guarantee by Persia to respect the rights of existing commercial activities and Arab minorities.

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We await the comment of the relevant powers, and look forward to the quick implementation of a lasting peace for the Balkans and, it might be hoped, Anatolia and the Middle East. It should be added that Russia intends to implement a reconstruction plan for devastated areas of the Balkans, to help repair the damages caused by the sultan's aggression.

The Shah of Persia agrees to these terms. We are grateful to have some of our historic territory returned to us.

The Kingdom of Serbia accepts this peace deal. We had hoped that Serbian forces would have been rewarded more for their selfless participation, but we will accept the wisdom of our Russian Brothers

The Kingdom of Montenegro accepts this peace deal. We believe these arrangements are a step towards finding peace in the Balkans.

Bulgaria also accepts this arrangement. We are grateful for the opportunity to secure the territory of our co ethnics.

The Kingdom of Greece is somewhat underwhelmed with these arrangements. Our army and country have been decimated by the Turks. If this treaty does not provide more indemnities, Greece will need to look to outside investors.

I am being treated well by my Russian captors. They have shown me the peace deal and I have negotiated with them to the best of my abilities.

Though this deal pains my heart, it is out best chance for peace. I agree to the terms presented in this treaty and hope they can bring an end to this war that is ravaging across two continents. It will give my empire the chance to be rebuilt. We mourn the loss of Istanbul but understand that this is a necessary sacrifice for peace in our time.