Soviet Premier Kosygin Visits British Prime Minister Harold Wilson

Soviet Premier Alexei Kosygin visits London for discussions with British Prime Minister Harold Wilson, focusing on promoting a Vietnam ceasefire. Kosygin demands the U.S. stop bombing North Vietnam unconditionally. Talks are held at No. 10 Downing Street amid protests. Despite hopes for progress, Kosygin's strong stance against U.S. actions dims immediate prospects for peace negotiations.

What was the main purpose of Alexei Kosygin's visit to London?

• To discuss trade agreements

• To negotiate a Vietnam ceasefire

• To attend a cultural event

• To sign a peace treaty

Where were the high-level talks between Kosygin and Wilson scheduled to take place?

• The British Parliament

• No. 10 Downing Street

• The British Museum

• Buckingham Palace

What was Kosygin's stance on the U.S. bombing of North Vietnam?

• He was indifferent

• He supported it

• He wanted it to increase

• He insisted it should stop unconditionally

How did Harold Wilson's position on Vietnam differ from Kosygin's?

• Wilson opposed U.S. policy

• Wilson supported U.S. policy

• Wilson was neutral

• Wilson wanted to increase bombing

What effect did Kosygin's criticism of the U.S. have on the peace talks?

• It had no effect

• It increased optimism

• It reduced immediate hopes

• It led to a ceasefire