Night Meeting Al Stewart

It was a night meeting
Somewhere in a troubled land
They came with no greeting
Left without a shaken hand

Nearby the town sleeping
Was unaware of what was done
No need for watchkeeping
They'll be gone before the sun

You may not see just where the sense is
In the actions of the State
You may not know the consequences
Of their actions till too late
The rival factions still debate
As shadows gather at your gate

It was a night meeting
They won't admit on either side
There'll be no press briefing
Information classified

It was a night meeting
Independently arranged
To get a signed treaty
Force the government to change