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With the East German government floundering, military intervention seemed a palpable threat. General Vladimir Sasman, a hardline rival to Gorbachev, consolidated power, yet faced intense scrutiny and distrust from global leaders. The specter of the Tiananmen Square crackdown loomed large, as East German leaders considered a similar approach to restore order.
As military movements increased, Western leaders convened to navigate the fragile landscape. The tensions were palpable, with the USA and NATO forces preparing for a potential escalation into military confrontation. Intelligence reports flowed into the White House, laying bare the shifting balance of power. As both sides raised their stakes, the world braced for the possibility of warfare.