Anti-Soviet Mujahideen

The Anti-Soviet Mujahideen refers to a group of Afghan fighters who resisted Soviet occupation during the Soviet-Afghan War from 1979 to 1989. Composed of various Islamic factions, they opposed the Soviet-backed Afghan government and sought to defend their country. The United States and other nations provided support, including weapons and funding, to aid the Mujahideen in their struggle. This conflict sparked significant geopolitical tensions and contributed to the eventual collapse of the Soviet Union. The Mujahideen’s victory left a complex legacy, influencing Afghanistan’s subsequent instability and the rise of extremist groups.