Which of the following occurred during the Cold War when one side—either the U.S. or the Soviet Union—would enter into conflict with a surrogate for the other side instead of fighting with each other directly?

Question

A) proxy wars
B) supranational organizations
C) religious conflicts
D) conflicts over territory

Answer 1

A) proxy wars

During the Cold War, the U.S. and the Soviet Union often engaged in conflicts indirectly by supporting surrogate forces or governments, leading to what are known as proxy wars.