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Kennan’s shift signals change in Cold War policy
Washington analysis notes George F. Kennan shifts from hardline containment to seeking concessions with the Soviet Union as atomic and missile advances widen the power gap. The piece contrasts past US strength with Khrushchev era diplomacy, and ponders whether De Gaulle’s France may leverage East West talks for broader prestige before any summit.
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