Question

Henry Kissinger’s approach toward foreign policy was shaped largely by the idea of
democracy at any cost.
increasing Cold War tensions.
realpolitik.
confrontation.

Answer 1

realpolitik.

Kissinger prioritized pragmatic balance-of-power calculations and national interest over ideological goals, pursuing détente with the USSR, opening to China, and negotiated settlements rather than moralistic promotion of democracy or outright confrontation.