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Niall Ferguson on Free Speech and Kissinger's Role in the Middle East

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Kissinger's Diplomatic Dance in the Yom Kippur War

This chapter explores Henry Kissinger's strategic involvement during the 1973 Yom Kippur War, emphasizing his diplomatic efforts amidst a sudden conflict. It highlights his balancing act of supporting Israel while managing Soviet influences and the implications for U.S. relations in the Middle East.

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