What was the primary motive for the Soviets to expand their influence in Korea and elsewhere?

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To access natural resources and new markets for Soviet products
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To promote Russian language and culture on a global scale
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To spread communism and gain strategic advantages in the Cold War against the United States
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To establish a network of military bases as a defense against potential Japanese invasion

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The primary motive for the Soviets to expand their influence in Korea and elsewhere was to spread communism and gain strategic advantages in the Cold War against the United States. This expansion was part of a broader strategy to counter American influence, secure ideological allies, and establish a buffer zone against potential threats to Soviet security.