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1. Cold War

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   Espionage and Covert Action
   The conflict was fought extensively in the shadows through intelligence agencies. The US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Soviet KGB engaged in widespread espionage, sabotage, and political manipulation across the globe. Covert operations often supported friendly regimes or destabilized hostile ones, frequently without the explicit knowledge of the legislative bodies in the sponsoring nations. These actions significantly complicated international diplomacy, as verifiable facts became secondary …

2. Soviet Foreign Policy

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   Geopolitical Expansion: Solidifying control over the Warsaw Pact nations and fostering communist movements elsewhere, notably in China (until the Sino-Soviet split) and Cuba.
   Ideological Competition: Utilizing state organs like the KGB and global organizations to promote Soviet ideology and undermine Western influence.
   Military Buildup: Achieving strategic parity with the United States, culminating in the nuclear arms race.