The CIA and KGB engaged in a fierce rivalry for control over Berlin during the Cold War. Berlin, divided into East and West, served as a crucial battleground in the ideological struggle between capitalism and communism. The CIA, representing the United States, aimed to undermine Soviet influence in East Berlin and support democratic movements. On the other hand, the KGB, acting on behalf of the Soviet Union, sought to maintain its grip on East Berlin and counter Western efforts to destabilize its sphere of influence. The two agencies engaged in covert operations, espionage, and propaganda campaigns, attempting to gain intelligence, influence public opinion, and shape the political landscape of the city. This intense rivalry between the CIA and KGB in Berlin epitomized the broader Cold War tensions and the determination of both sides to assert their dominance over the divided city.
