Former US Secretary of State and influential foreign policy figure, Henry Kissinger, passed away at the age of 100 at his Connecticut home, as announced by his consulting firm, Kissinger Associates.
Known for his significant role in US foreign policy during the 1970s, Kissinger received a Nobel Peace Prize for his involvement in ending the Vietnam War and played a pivotal role in diplomatic efforts like the opening of US-China relations.
However, his legacy is marked by controversy, including the bombing of Cambodia and support for a coup in Chile.
Born in Germany, Kissinger, a Holocaust survivor, became a naturalized US citizen in 1943, eventually serving in prominent government roles.
Despite achievements, his legacy is complex, intertwined with criticism over the Vietnam War and secretive foreign policy approaches.
