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Did Stalin regret not saving Sorge?

  • It's unknown

  • Yes

  • No

  • Stalin never knew of Sorge

Answer

It remains uncertain whether Joseph Stalin harbored any regrets regarding his decision not to rescue Richard Sorge, a Soviet spy operating in Japan during World War II. Despite ample evidence implicating Sorge, Stalin hesitated to take action, possibly out of concern that any attempt to save him might jeopardize the country's strategic position.
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