When did the Soviet Union invade Afghanistan?

A) 24 December 1979
B) 25 August  1982
C) 27 November  1979
D) 24 December 1971

🧠 Explanation:

The Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan on December 24, 1979.

This military intervention was intended to support the communist government of Afghanistan during a time of internal conflict.

The invasion led to a decade-long war, with Afghan resistance fighters known as Mujahideen opposing Soviet forces.

It became a major Cold War conflict, drawing international attention and condemnation, especially from the United States and its allies.