The war in Afghanistan, 1981

The transcript discusses the Soviet-Afghan War, highlighting the massive refugee crisis as millions flee to Pakistan and Iran. The war, fueled by US and Soviet involvement, has devastated Afghan towns and civilians, with many injured in rebel attacks. The humanitarian crisis is exacerbated by malnutrition and food shortages in Kabul, despite Soviet airlifts. The situation is likened to the Vietnam War, with a grim outlook as the conflict continues until 1989, leaving Afghanistan in the hands of the Taliban.

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