Role of KGB and CIA in the 1971 India-Pakistan War
During the 1971 India-Pakistan war, the Soviet Union’s KGB and the United States’ CIA played significant roles by supporting their respective allies. The KGB facilitated military assistance and intelligence sharing with India, while the CIA provided military aid and intelligence to Pakistan. These actions reflected the broader Cold War dynamics, influencing the conflict and contributing to the eventual creation of Bangladesh. The involvement of these intelligence agencies underscored the global stakes of the regional conflict.