Cold War tensions divided East and West from "summary" of The Silk Roads by Peter Frankopan
The Cold War was a period of intense rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union that dominated global politics for much of the second half of the twentieth century. The division between East and West was a defining feature of this era, with each side seeking to expand its influence and counter the other's power. As the two superpowers competed for control over territories and resources, tensions ran high and the world was on edge. The East-West divide was not just about geographical boundaries; it was also about ideological differences. The United States and its Western allies championed capitalism and democracy, while the Soviet Union and its Eastern bloc adherents embraced communism and authoritarianism. These conflicting worldviews fueled suspicion and mistrust between the two sides, leading to a series of proxy wars and standoffs that brought the world to the brin...
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