Cold War (Reagan and Gorbachev) Flashcards
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How did Reagan’s attitude towards the USSR change after Gorbachev became leader?
Reagan became more open to diplomacy and started engaging in summit talks with Gorbachev.
Name one important summit where Reagan and Gorbachev discussed nuclear disarmament.
The Reykjavik Summit in 1986.
What was Reagan’s role in the INF Treaty?
Reagan negotiated and signed the INF Treaty with Gorbachev in 1987 to eliminate intermediate-range nuclear missiles.
How did Reagan contribute to reducing Cold War tensions in the late 1980s?
By shifting from confrontation to negotiation and building a personal relationship with Gorbachev.
Why was Reagan’s change in approach significant for superpower relations?
It helped create trust and opened the door for cooperation on arms control and ending the Cold War.
Why was cooperation between Reagan and Gorbachev significant for Cold War tensions?
Their cooperation reduced Cold War tensions through summit meetings and diplomatic discussions, improving relations and lowering the risk of nuclear war.
What reformist ideas did Gorbachev introduce in 1985?
Glasnost (openness) and Perestroika (restructuring), showing he was open to change.
How did Reagan’s approach to Gorbachev differ from before?
Reagan adapted from a tough stance to engaging in summit meetings and diplomacy with Gorbachev.
What was the INF Treaty?
A 1987 treaty between the USA and USSR that eliminated all intermediate-range nuclear missiles.
