What was the dramatic focus of diplomatic activity associated with 'East - West' confrontation during the Cold War?
Correct answer: C. To avoid a global nuclear conflict
- A. To prevent the ideological spread of their counterparts in their region
- B. To gain the hearts and minds of non-aligned countries
- C. To avoid a global nuclear conflict
- D. All of the above
Explanation
The most dramatic diplomatic priority during the East-West confrontation was preventing the Cold War from becoming a global nuclear war. Winning non-aligned states and limiting rival ideology were important aims, but they were secondary to nuclear-risk management here.
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