"A surrogate war" with the United States and the "Soviet Vietnam." These terms defined the Soviet Union

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The term "surrogate war" was used to describe the Soviet Union's involvement in the war in Afghanistan. This conflict was seen as a proxy war between the Soviet Union and the United States, with both sides providing support to opposing factions within the country. The conflict is often referred to as the Soviet Union's 'Vietnam' because of its similarity to the US involvement in Vietnam, which was also seen as a failure.

"A Surrogate War" with the United States and the "Soviet