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Henry Kissinger, Influential US Statesman and Nobel Peace Prize winner, dies at 100

Henry Kissinger, a prominent figure in U.S. foreign policy and a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, passed away at his Connecticut home, as confirmed by Kissinger Associates Inc.

Having served under two U.S. presidents, Kissinger remained active well into his centenary year. He continued his involvement in White House meetings, authored a book on leadership styles, and provided testimony to a Senate committee regarding the nuclear threat from North Korea. Notably, in July 2023, he made an unexpected visit to Beijing for discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

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