Reykjavik Summit

The Reykjavik Summit, held in 1986 in Iceland, was a pivotal meeting between U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Soviet General Secretary Mikhail Gorbachev. It aimed to reduce nuclear weapons and ease Cold War tensions. While the summit did not result in direct agreements, it laid the groundwork for future arms control talks by highlighting both leaders' willingness to engage in dialogue. The discussions focused on eliminating nuclear arms and discussed broader security issues, marking a significant moment in the long path toward improved U.S.-Soviet relations and eventual arms reduction treaties.