Who did the USSR support during the Congo Crisis?

Lumumba also asked for support from the US government Dwight D. Eisenhower, who refused to provide unilateral military assistance. Disappointed, he turned to the Soviet Union, which agreed to provide weapons, logistical and material support. About 1,000 Soviet military advisers immediately landed in Congo.

Explanation:

The ensuing elections failed to produce a politically well organised Congolese Parliament.10 Consisting of some 70 ethnic groups, the Congolese body politique was characterised by strong communal and regional networks and loyalties. Within this complex cultural and political mosaic, personalities played a far more significant role than the embryonic political organisations. Eventually, on 23 June 1960, the two rival dominant Congolese leaders were elected to the two key positions: Joseph Kasavubu became President11 and Patrice Lumumba Prime Minister.12 On 30 June 1960, as planned, the Congo became independent.

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