The U.S. never recognized the Soviet occupation by force, and upon deliberation, they continued normal diplomatic relations.
Gregory Meeks: “The U.S. never recognized the Soviet occupation by force, and upon deliberation, they continued normal diplomatic…”
On the recordMarch 21, 2017
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Meeks emphasizes U.S. non-recognition of Soviet actions and the importance of diplomatic relations.
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