1990s Afghan Civil War

The 1990s Afghan Civil War was a conflict among various Afghan factions following the Soviet Union's withdrawal in 1989 and the fall of the communist government. Different groups, including mujahideen fighters, sought control of the country, leading to widespread violence, chaos, and destruction. In 1996, the Taliban, a hardline Islamist movement, seized Kabul and established a strict government. The war caused massive human suffering, displacement, and instability, as the country struggled with ongoing fighting, power struggles, and shifting alliances among diverse factions. The conflict severely impacted Afghanistan’s development and stability, creating lasting effects on its people and society.