The withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan marked a pivotal moment in the prolonged conflict that began in 1979 when the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan to support its communist government against a rising insurgency. Over the years, the Afghan resistance, known as the Mujahideen, gained substantial support from various countries, notably the United States, which viewed the conflict as a front in the Cold War. Initial expectations of a quick Soviet victory gave way to a protracted war that resulted in significant casualties and mounting domestic dissatisfaction within the Soviet Union. The announcement of troop withdrawal on February 15, 1989, symbolized the unraveling of Soviet commitments in foreign conflicts, reflecting internal pressures and changing global perspectives. The final withdrawal of approximately 115,000 Soviet troops was executed under the supervision of international observers, including representatives from the United Nations. This momentous transition not only influenced the political landscape of Afghanistan but also had lasting repercussions for regional stability and the global balance of power. Afghans faced the challenge of rebuilding and negotiating the aftermath of decades of conflict, leading to civil strife and the eventual rise of the Taliban, which fundamentally altered Afghan society and governance.