The Brink of War: A Glimpse into Reagan and Gorbachev's Fateful Meeting The Reykjavik Summit in October 1986 was a pivotal moment in modern history, where two superpowers teetered on the edge of war.
While we often romanticize great leaders making grand gestures to avoid catastrophe, the reality is far more complex.
Reagan and Gorbachev's meeting was an exercise in strategic maneuvering, with each side pushing its agenda while carefully watching for weaknesses.