What was the outcome of the Hoare-Laval Pact offered in December 1935?

The outcome of the Hoare-Laval Pact, which was proposed in December 1935, was indeed that Britain and France offered territory in exchange for Italian peace. This agreement was an attempt to resolve the conflict between Italy and Abyssinia following Italy's invasion of Abyssinia (Ethiopia). The pact suggested that Italy would be given two-thirds of Abyssinia in return for a cessation of hostilities and recognition of its control over the territory it had already occupied.

The significance of the pact lies in its revelation of the intentions of Britain and France, who were desperate to maintain peace in Europe and prevent another conflict. However, the proposal was met with a backlash, as it seemed to betray the principle of self-determination and was seen as capitulating to Italian imperialism. The subsequent public outcry in Britain and France forced both governments to withdraw their support for the pact.

This context underscores why the other options are less accurate. Italy did not withdraw from Abyssinia as a result of the pact; rather, the attempt to broker peace was unsuccessful. Furthermore, it did not strengthen the alliance between Italy and Abyssinia, as the pact was an attempt to undermine Abyssinian sovereignty. Lastly, while some form of international