Afghanistan Participated in wars

Afghanistan has participated in many wars throughout history. Here are some important battles:

1. Anglo-Afghan War (1839-1842): This war took place between the British and local tribal leaders who did not want Afghanistan to be subject to the British Raj. Afghanistan won the war and maintained its independence by resisting the British.

2. World War I (1914-1918): Afghanistan took part in World War I as an ally of the Ottoman Empire. Afghanistan managed to remain neutral throughout the war, but retained its independence with the defeat of the Ottoman Empire.

3. Soviet-Afghan War (1979-1989): The Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan and attempted to bring Afghanistan under the control of a socialist government. The Afghan resistance fought a long and bloody war against the Soviet Union. The Soviet Union withdrew in 1989 and Afghanistan regained its independence.

4. Afghan Civil War (1992-1996): Political instability continued in Afghanistan after the withdrawal of the Soviet Union. Conflicts between different ethnic groups dragged the country into civil war. The Taliban gained power during this period and achieved victories against various groups.

5. US Invasion of Afghanistan (2001-present): Following the September 11 attacks, the US invaded Afghanistan to overthrow the Taliban government. This occupation forms the basis of the current situation in Afghanistan. US and NATO forces continue to fight the Taliban in Afghanistan.