Military observers in Bandung have received information from a
usually reliable source that one of the Siliwangi battalions near
the town received a Dutch ultimatum on 8th April, expiring 10th
April, that it must agree to co-operate with the Dutch or fight.

The battalion is one of those previously reported to have made an
agreement with the Pasundan Government.

2. Military observers also report that there are indications that
the Dutch are preparing a major military action in this area.