Which statement accurately describes the reason the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan?(1 point)

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The Soviet Union wanted a puppet leader there to fulfill its wishes.
The Soviet Union wanted a puppet leader there to fulfill its wishes.

The Soviet Union wanted Afghan oil fields, and Afghanistan would not trade with it.
The Soviet Union wanted Afghan oil fields, and Afghanistan would not trade with it.

Afghanistan decided to ally with the U.S. and allow a military base to be built, so the Soviet Union invaded for control.
Afghanistan decided to ally with the U.S. and allow a military base to be built, so the Soviet Union invaded for control.

Afghanistan was exploring a democracy and capitalist ideals after the overthrow of the king.

Answer 1

The most accurate statement describing the reason the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan is:

"The Soviet Union wanted a puppet leader there to fulfill its wishes."

The invasion in 1979 was largely motivated by the desire to support the communist government in Afghanistan, which was struggling against insurgent groups. The Soviet Union aimed to maintain control and influence in the region and to ensure a favorable government aligned with its interests.