Henry Kissinger (Diplomat)

Henry Kissinger is an American diplomat and political advisor known for shaping U.S. foreign policy in the 1960s and 1970s. He served as National Security Advisor and Secretary of State under Presidents Nixon and Ford. He played a key role in major events like opening diplomatic relations with China, managing the Vietnam War, and pursuing strategic détente with the Soviet Union. Renowned for his realpolitik approach—prioritizing national interests—Kissinger's work has been both praised for diplomacy and critiqued for ethical controversies. His influence significantly impacted global politics and U.S. foreign policy strategies during the Cold War era.