What is the relationship between the Doctor and the Silence?

The Silence is a religious order of alien species in the TV series Doctor Who, who are determined to kill the Doctor. Their relationship spans through several seasons of the show, with the Silence appearing in important episodes. The Doctor first encounters the Silence in the sixth season when he is trying to find out who is responsible for blowing up the TARDIS. It is revealed that the Silence caused the explosion and are responsible for numerous events, including the assassination of President Nixon.

The relationship between the Doctor and the Silence can be characterized as hostile. The Silence wants to kill the Doctor because they believe he is the only one who can stop them from achieving their goal of turning the TARDIS into a weapon. The Doctor, on the other hand, is determined to stop the Silence from causing any harm.

The Doctor discovers that he has had several encounters with the Silence throughout his life, but he cannot remember them because of their unique ability to erase themselves from one's memory. The Doctor and his companions work hard to uncover the truth behind the Silence and stop them from carrying out their nefarious plans.