The C.C. regards the operations of the 11th Army R.M.C.
as local protection for insurgents in the neutral zone against
their imminent destruction by the whiteguards. [3] Take
account of this political character of your operation in all your public statements. Of course, we expect the 11th
Army R.M.C. to take swift and vigorous action, not stopping short of the capture of Tiflis, if, for military
considerations, this should be necessary for the actual defence of
the neutral zone against a fresh attack. We expect you to
reckon most seriously with our warnings. Inform us daily. [1]