The war in Afghanistan fatally drained the Soviet economy, while indiscriminate campaigns destabilized the Middle East, leading to tanks being seen in Baghdad.
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The war in Afghanistan fatally drained the Soviet economy, while indiscriminate campaigns destabilized the Middle East, leading to tanks being seen in Baghdad.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Army personnel read reports concerning the Soviet army in Afghanistan.Sub-event
The Soviet Union's war in Afghanistan is linked to Middle East instability and military presence in Baghdad.1 source
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The entities involved
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Soviet Union
former country in Eurasia (1922–1991)
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Afghanistan
country in Central and South Asia
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Iraq
sovereign state in Western Asia
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