Why Did Russia INVADE Afghanistan, Operation Storm-333

In December 1979, the Soviet Union launched what it believed would be a short, controlled operation in Afghanistan. What followed became one of the most consequential conflicts of the Cold War — with consequences that stretched far beyond the battlefield. This documentary explores how strategic decisions, political assumptions, and realities on the ground collided, turning a calculated move into a prolonged struggle that reshaped nations, armies, and history itself. Told in a clear, chronological narrative, this video examines the invasion, the resistance, and the lasting impact of a war that was never meant to last. If you’re interested in Cold War history, military strategy, and the real cost of intervention, this story matters. 👉 Subscribe!!! for more in-depth history documentaries that explain how past conflicts continue to shape the world today. Keywords / Tags Soviet Afghan War Soviet invasion of Afghanistan Cold War history Afghanistan 1979 Soviet Union military history Mujahideen Operation Storm-333 Cold War conflicts Military history documentary Afghanistan war history