Position Paper

From the Office of Joseph V. Stalin​

Union of Soviet Socialist Republics​
To the Executive Board of the League of Nations

I. Background and Current Global Context

In 1940, the world is at the turning and dangerous point. The trend of fascism which has been
agitated by major state Germany with its Nazi Party and Italy with Fascists has penetrated the
whole of Europe with unfathomable pace and cruelty. These are racially-hatred based, imperial
conquering and oppressive and brutal regimes to the working people that pose dangers in not
only the sovereign rights of nations but to the existence of peace and justice among the nations
and the people.

The occurrence of these events has been followed with great apprehension by the Union of
Soviet Socialist Republics. The actions as to the conquest of Czechoslovakia, the invasion of
Poland, the continued exposure of Norway and Denmark, and the then threat to the Baltic and
the Balkan States are noted to infer a strategy of domination and subjugation. The fascist
philosophy promotes a philosophy of supremacy or superiority of races, anti-communism and
incessant militarism which is dramatically different to beliefs of social equality, peace and
proletariat internationalism that is embraced by the Soviet Union.

At the same time, the Soviet Union has been obliged to resort to diplomatic actions which, at
their face value are counter-intuitive; but strategic at best, considering the intricate and
treacherous realities of the moment. The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact agreement in August 1939
between the USSR and Nazi Germany has been a widely misrepresented and interpreted one,
in western as well as in other regions.

This deal was not about the embrace of fascism, not a genuine partnership with evil. Instead, it
was a tool of strategy, a veil to cover the security interests of the Soviet Union and, most
importantly, to appeal to the security and the success of vital defense projects, objectionably,
namely the PROJECT СИБИРСКИЙ ЩИТ, our highly sophisticated defensive system aimed to
counter the Nazi attack and their technological superiority, in particularly, their military atomic
program.

It should be explained in more detail that even Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was a certain way of
buying time, a strategic depth, which allowed the Soviet Union to fortify their positions,
rearrange its army, and ready itself to the oncoming slam against the fascist menace. In addition
to that, the agreement had the provisions of restoration of traditional Soviet territories, legitimate
restoring of the land that rightfully belonged to the Soviet and was stolen in the turmoil of the
other wars.
The policy of the USSR signifies a deep insight of the barbaric nature of imperialist and fascist
intrigues used at the international level. Nor is it a bargain of amity or of fraternity, but a bargain
of expediency under the shadow of a mortal danger.

II. The Soviet Union’s Policy and Ideological Standpoint

The essential postulate that Soviet Union has been operating with is absolute dedication to
liberation as well as to strengthening the proletariat the working group and peasants who are
the soul of every society. USSR is the leader of the international communist movement which is
aimed at overthrowing capitalistic, imperialistic and fascist regime and to replace it by the
society where people are equal, where the land and means of production belong to people, and
where there is peace.

Communism ideology stipulates that history is class struggle. The emergence of fascism
manifests itself as the mad gest of the dying capitalist structure, in trying to hold on to its
authority by the use of force, hate-based racism, and imperial aggrandizement. The most
obvious act of this backward power is the Nazi and the Fascist regime whose tools are the war
and terror to stamp down the working masses and to continue their despotical rule.

The Soviet Union utterly denounces the governments of Adolf Hitler of Germany and Benito
Mussolini of Italy as an enemy of peace, justice and working classes of the whole world. They
are militaristic expansionists which endanger not only the existence of neighboring states but
the future of the humanity itself.

But, although the USSR acknowledges the presence of imperialist tendencies in most of the
western countries like Great Britain and the United States, USSR does not want to openly
provoke these countries in the League of Nations arena. This is the policy followed by the Soviet
which is principled but at the same time realistic and it denounces and fights the fascist menace
but is ready to cooperate with all anti-fascist states in good faith.

III. On the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact: A Strategic Eyewash

It should be pointed out that the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact became quite a hasty and partially
changeable action, aimed at protecting the Soviet Union against the short-term Nazi invasion. A
secret protocol accompanying this agreement also divided spheres of influence in Eastern
Europe, which has been misinterpreted, by some, as a cynical power grab.

As a matter of fact, the agreement undertook a number of critical roles:

 1.​ Defence of Soviet Territories: The pact enabled recapture of some of the territories
namely Western Ukraine, Western Belarus and Baltic states which had significant
population in the historical past and which were related to Soviet Union.
2.​ Saving of the Soviet Security: Since it managed to suppress the German threat on the
western borders of the USSR temporarily, it became possible to free its attention to
consolidate its internal defense capabilities such as developing new military technologies
and secret projects like PROJECT СИБИРСКИЙ ЩИТ.
3.​ Masking of Anti-Nazi Activities: The agreement served as a diplomatic camouflage to
hide behind the curtain of the active Soviet attempts to bring the Nazi war machine to its
knees, such as the intelligence gathering efforts, anti-fascist activity support and the
seeking of the grounds of future action.
4.​ Strategic Time-Gain: The deal purchased vital time to the Soviet Union in order to amass
its strength led by military and restructure its military command, as well as, to prepare
the citizens and industry to face inevitable attack by fascism.

It is a myth that USSR was cooperating with Nazi Germany and in a spirit of ideological
convergence. The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was a tactical move, a strategic evil of devastating
external pressures that were meant to preserve the interest of the Soviet people and the
proletariat of the world.

IV. Open Condemnation of Nazi Germany and Fascist Italy

The USSR entirely denounces the regimes of Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini as a
manifestation of aggressiveness, imperialist conquests, and spread of hate and violence across
different societies.The invasion of Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Norway and other countries by
Germany contravenes all the laws of sovereignty and International law. The theory of racial
superiority by the Nazi regime, institutionalized discrimination against the Jews and other
minority groups in society and the ruthless exploitation of the labor force and the political
dissidents are crimes against humanity.The colonization activities of the fascist Italy in Africa as
well as the encouragement to be given to the Nazi expansionism in addition to oppressions that
prevailed in the country would also amount to a threat to the peace and justice. Combined these
regimes are embarking on an imperial conquest policy that threatens the freedom of all peoples
and the existence of progressive movements on the planet.According to the Soviet Union, the
danger of fascism is the most relevant issue to defeat international working classes and
international peace. The struggle against fascism is also an ideological struggle: not only
political, but also one of existential nature, since fascism has to be suppressed to maintain the
prospect of a future which is based on equality, fraternity and social justice.
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V. The Role of the Soviet Union in the Global Struggle Against Fascism

The USSR stands out to be the protector of the international proletariat and the prime fighter
against fascist aggression. We are committed to this classic mission in a form of our policies:

●​ Anti-Fascist Movements: The Soviet Union is assisting in the workers, peasants and
revolutionary movements in Europe and even beyond. This is moral, material, and where
possible also military support.​

●​ Advanced Defense Technology: The development of the advanced defense technology

is a program given priority by the Soviet Union evidence of that is the bench marking
given to PROJECT СИБИРСКИЙ ЩИТ its commitment to offer defense against nuclear
and military aggression of the fascists. The success of these projects and their secrecy
is critical toward the usarcing the German nuclear program.​

●​ Propaganda of Proletarian Internationalism: USSR urges all workers of all countries to

unite. Only together, the proletariat is the force that can crush the fascist side and
develop a new and just world.​

●​ Pragmatic Diplomacy: Although it enjoys a sound ideological attitude, the Soviet Union
has realized the dynamics of international relations. We do not exclude the possibility of
co-operation with any nation which is truly hostile to fascism even though it should have
social systems not in accord with our own, provided that it pays primary attention to the
fight against this common enemy.

VI. Soviet Readiness and the Path Forward

The Soviet Union reassures that it will use all avenues of diplomacy in order to stop and reverse
fascist aggression. But in case of failure in diplomatic attempts, USSR is not at all scared to use
military force to protect the working people, independent nations and the principles of socialism.

The Soviet army has been given boost and modernized over the last few years. Together with
Soviet nuclear potential, USSR will have unsurpassed capabilities in regards to thwarting and
even crushing the fascist threat.

The peasants and workers of Soviet Union are one united force. The expansive history task that
the revolution has assigned us requires nothing but to defeat fascism and to preserve the peace
to the future generations.

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VII. Conclusion

It is upon the world to take note that fascist Germany and Italy is the biggest threat to peace,
justice, and the dignity of all nations. Their desires threaten the independence of countries and
the emancipation of the wage-earning population all over the world.

The Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact was a necessary strategic step as it was made to defend the
peoples and the Soviet Union when there was an acute threat. The USSR keeps relentlessly in
the fight against fascism and in ensuring it does not play any part in proletarian internationalism.

In opposition to the fascist danger, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics invites all global
conscientious countries to fight collectively. United we will and can make sure that peace,
equality, socialism will prevail.

Long live the proletarian revolution! Long live the Soviet Union!

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Joseph V. Stalin​
Chairman of the Council of People’s Commissars​
Union of Soviet Socialist Republics