cold-war-modern: Lesson 5

The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979 marked a significant turning point in the Cold War, as it reignited tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. The invasion was motivated by the Soviet desire to support a communist government in Afghanistan, which was facing resistance from various insurgent groups. In response, the United States implemented a policy of assistance to the Afghan mujahideen, providing arms and financial support. This conflict became known as the 'Soviet Union's Vietnam,' as it drained Soviet resources and contributed to the eventual collapse of the Soviet regime. The invasion also shifted U.S. foreign policy towards increased military involvement in the region.