The document outlines Italy's stance on the decision-making process for the Multilateral Force (MLF), emphasizing the need for a restricted group of countries based on financial contributions rather than nuclear capability, as proposed by the UK. Italy insists on its inclusion in this committee, given its strategic importance. Responses from other nations varied: the U.S. appeared unaware of the UK's proposal, the UK favored Germany over Italy, Germany signaled alignment with Italy, and Turkey and the Netherlands raised concerns about limiting decision-making to nuclear powers. The document suggests further analysis and careful consideration of the broader implications.

Note by Italian Embassy in Athens on meetings with officials from the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs concerning MLF and greek government's point of view on Atlantic defense.

Ambassador Livingston Merchant, who was responsible for the U.S. diplomatic effort to win support for the MLF, asked INR to report on the degree to which non-nuclear European members of NATO were satisfied with their “lack of a share in ownership or control of nuclear weapons.” Based on the evidence, mainly various statements made by leading politicians, diplomats, and policymakers, INR experts concluded that most of the countries surveyed (Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, and Greece) were “relatively satisfied,” while only West Germany was “restive” to the extent that some of its officials were interested in a NATO or European nuclear force.