Balkan Geopolitics and European Stability
Why did the complex geopolitical situation in the Balkans pose a threat to European peace?
AGermany supported the Balkan states in an effort to diminish the influence of Austria-Hungary.
BRussia supported Pan-Slavic nationalism, which directly conflicted with the interests of Austria-Hungary.
CGreat Britain was concerned that an increasingly powerful Serbia would disrupt the European balance of power.
DItaly feared that losing control over Albania would cost it its naval dominance in the region.