Yalta Conference

Definition

The Yalta Conference was a meeting held in February 1945 between the leaders of the United States, Soviet Union, and Great Britain. During this conference, they discussed post-war plans for Europe and made key decisions that shaped the world order after World War II.

Related terms

United Nations: An international organization established after World War II with the goal of promoting peace and cooperation among member countries.

Iron Curtain: A metaphorical term coined by Winston Churchill that described the division of Europe into communist Eastern Bloc countries (led by the Soviet Union) and democratic Western Bloc countries (led by the United States).

Cold War: A period of political tension between the United States and Soviet Union after World War II until 1991 characterized by ideological conflicts, proxy wars, arms race, and competition for global influence.