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Leaders Overthrown by the US: A History of Forceful Deposition

Blake Otieno January 3, 2026

Throughout its history, the United States has been repeatedly linked to the forceful removal of foreign leaders, using both overt military power and covert intelligence operations to influence political outcomes abroad. From the late 19th century through the Cold War and into the 21st century, Washington justified many of these actions as necessary to protect

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