Henry Kissinger’s Controversial Legacy: Covert Operations and Human Rights Violations

Henry Kissinger, a statesman renowned for his diplomatic achievements, also left behind a legacy steeped in controversy. Two major points of criticism that continue to shape discussions about Kissinger's legacy involve his involvement in covert operations during the Vietnam War and his support for authoritarian regimes in various countries, each prompting questions about the morality and ethical considerations of his decisions.

One of the most significant criticisms leveled against Kissinger revolves around his role in covert operations during the Vietnam War, particularly the secret bombings in Cambodia. Critics argue that the U.S. bombing campaigns, which escalated under his. . .