Politics & Government

Kissinger and Thọ Receive Nobel Peace Prize

Henry Kissinger and Lê Đức Thọ were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts in negotiating a ceasefire and peace agreement to end the Vietnam War. The Norwegian Nobel Committee recognized their contributions, particularly the Paris Peace Accords signed in January. Despite the award, Lê Đức Thọ declined the prize, citing the ongoing conflict in Vietnam as his reason. The decision sparked significant debate about the appropriateness of awarding the prize under such circumstances.

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