Soviet Withdrawal from Afghanistan (15 mayo 1988 año – 15 feb 1989 año)

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From May 15, 1988, to february 15, 1989, the Soviet Union withdrew its troops in Afghanistan, marking the end of the longest war fought by the United States. The withdraw fallowed by the Geneva Accords, signed by Afghanistan, Pakistan, The U.S., and the USSR, with motivations to bring stability to the region. Soviet intervention, which began in 1979, had led to numerous casualties and financial strain, contributing to the dissatisfaction within the USSR. This withdrawal marked a significant moment in Cold War history, highlighting the limits of the Soviet military power, and supporting the USSR's eventual collapse in 1991. It also signaled the beginning of a prolonged instability in Afghanistan, showing the long-term consequences of foreign intervention.
Soviet withdrawal had major global effects, highlighting the risks of prolonged military intervention and foreign conflict. Therefore, the US viewed it as a success in its cold war strategy of backing anti-Soviet forces. However, in Afghanistan, the absence of Soviet support led to the continued instability, eventually allowing for the Taliban's rise in the 1990s. This outcome highlighted the lasting consequences of Cold War interventions and reshaped international relationships in the following years.

-Troy Boissonneault


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