The Crusaders grew stronger with the Ottoman withdrawals. The forces of Serbia, Wallacia, Transylvania and Hungary were advancing. They defeated the Ottomans in Nish and marched to Filibe. But, they were stopped by the severe colds.

The defeats in the Balkans led the Ottomans in a difficult situation. On the other hand Byzantine provocation was continuing. Under these circumcanses, the best solution was an agreement. Thus, Murad II made some connections, then on 12^th June 1440 the Segedin Peace Treaty was signed. For providing a continual peace all the kings swore on the God's name. By this treaty the Ottomans have found some time for recovery. The Danube River was accepted as the first Ottoman border line.

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