Afghan Soviet Friendship Treaty

The Afghan Soviet Friendship Treaty, signed in 1978, established a close relationship between Afghanistan and the Soviet Union. This agreement allowed the USSR to provide military and economic support to Afghanistan, which was under a communist government. The treaty aimed to strengthen political ties and promote socialism in Afghanistan. However, it also contributed to Soviet intervention in the country, culminating in the Soviet-Afghan War (1979-1989). The treaty reflects Cold War dynamics, where superpowers sought influence in strategically important regions, leading to significant consequences for Afghanistan and the broader geopolitical landscape.