Following the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, his contributions to peace and global conflict resolution are being celebrated, particularly for his post-presidency efforts. While praised by leaders like Chinese President Xi Jinping for aiding U.S.-China relations, Carter’s presidency was marked by increased tensions during the Cold War. Despite his aspirations for nuclear disarmament, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan shifted U.S. policy towards confrontation, ultimately shaping a legacy intertwined with both diplomacy and military response.