Which 1975 agreement attempted to improve relations between the two blocs by recognizing post-WWII borders and advocating for human rights?
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Correct answer: The Helsinki Accords
The Helsinki Accords were signed by 35 nations, including members of both NATO and the Warsaw Pact. While it recognized Soviet influence in Eastern Europe, its human rights clauses later emboldened dissident movements within the Eastern Bloc.
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