What did the US do in response to the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan in 1979?
A. Mobilized NATO in the event of escalation of hostilities
B. Suspended grain shipments to the Soviet Union
C. Send military forces to oust Soviet troops
D. Established a naval blockade to prevent shipment of arms
Answer (1)
In response to the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, the United States suspended grain shipments to the Soviet Union and mobilized NATO forces. Although military intervention was considered, the U.S. primarily chose economic and diplomatic responses. This approach was part of a broader Cold War strategy to contain Soviet power. ;
