(c) The fact that at present large scale manoeuvres are taking place in Germany. It is possible that these manoeuvres are being used as a cloak for regrouping. All other positive indications noted can equally be attributed to the war of nerves, economic development and routine military re-equipment and training. As far as the Satellites are concerned, the few warlike preparations which have been made appear to be defensive and precautionary and to arise from the present state of tension in Germany which is causing almost every nation to overhaul its military machine.