Hadrian's 10-minute Empire

Soviet-Afghan War

Hadrian

In this episode, we dive into the Soviet-Afghan War (1979–1989), a brutal and complex conflict that became a Cold War battleground. We explore the causes of the Soviet invasion, the role of the mujahideen resistance fighters, U.S. and international involvement, and the long-lasting consequences for Afghanistan, the Soviet Union, and the world. A pivotal chapter in modern history, this war set the stage for decades of geopolitical tension and regional instability.