Henry Kissinger has passed away at the age of 100. He has left a legacy in American history while serving from the Nixon administration. Furthermore, many would remember him for the positive and negative things that he has done during his time as a diplomat.
According to the Guardian, Henry Kissinger, the renowned diplomat central to US foreign policy during the 20th century, has died at 100. His firm, Kissinger Associates, confirmed his passing without disclosing the cause. Following that, he is known for orchestrating the end of the Vietnam War and opening diplomatic ties with communist China, he was celebrated with a Nobel Peace Prize.
He advised numerous presidents, yet drew controversy for sidelining human rights and supporting US corporate interests.
As an academic, he ascended to Nixon’s administration, impacting Vietnam decisions and enduring the Watergate fallout. While revered on the right, his actions in Chile and Pakistan sparked criticism. Tributes flowed, marking his strategic prowess and lifelong influence in global affairs. His death in Connecticut concludes a storied life that spanned political eras and geopolitical landscapes.
However, criticism abounds for his role in Cambodia’s bombings, the Chilean coup, and human rights negligence. His trauma shaped his life, yet controversy followed his political decisions until his death. His impact, from shuttle diplomacy to divisive counsel, remains a topic of debate in political circles today.
Social media commentators’ remarks towards Henry Kissinger’s passing
A wise man once said: “How you live will determine how people will react when you die.”
— Hamad (@BhattiSaaaaab) November 30, 2023
Despite his efforts for peace and the protection of the United States as stated by the conventional media, X users are feeling a different tune towards Kissinger. They are listing down the people all over the world affected by the decisions he has made during his tenure as a diplomat.
The war criminal managed to complete his days without being held to account for all the crimes he committed. Too bad–but good riddence.
Reminds me of a piece I published in the LA Times 22 years ago about what a world without Kissingers would be like. https://t.co/iPHLILvh5o
— Ahmed Bouzid (@didou) November 30, 2023
Following that, X users state that he never had the chance to be held accountable for his actions in the past. It seems that they are finding him as an unpopular figure. Some state that they are reluctant to celebrate someone’s passing, but for him, they are going to make an exception.
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