Which country did Lumumba turn to for assistance during the Congo Crisis?
United States
Belgium
United Kingdom
Soviet Union
Answer
During the Congo Crisis, Lumumba turned to the Soviet Union for assistance, which deepened suspicions about his political affiliations and led to growing differences with the United States, Belgium, and other Congolese leaders.
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