Cold War in Asia - Mapped (1945 to 1991)

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A conflict between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, fought intermittently resulting in a Communist victory, while the Nationalist retreated to Taiwan.

A war fought on a divided peninsula, beginning with an invasion from the North. The conflict saw international involvement, with China and the Soviet Union supporting one side and a US-led coalition backing the other, resulting in a stalemate.

A prolonged conflict in Southeast Asia, where one side was backed by communist powers and the other by the United States, leading to extensive use of guerilla warfare in the jungles.

A conflict related to the Vietnam War in Southeast Asia involved Royalists, Communists, and US-backed forces, with devastating air raids and years of guerilla warfare.

A conflict between an ethnic minority called Kurds and a Middle Eastern government saw shifting alliances and brutal crackdown, leaving lasting lasting tensions.

Two Asian neighbor countries fought a brief war over disputed Himalayan borders. The war ended quickly, with one side making significant territorial gains before declaring a ceasefire.

Two South Asian nations clashed over a disputed region. the conflict included the largest tank battle since the Second World War and ended in a stalemate, with a ceasefire brokered by international powers in Tashkent.

A brutal conflict where communist insurgents overthrew the government of a Southeastern nation, followed by a regime infamous for mass executions. This era, led by the Khmer Rouge, resulted in one of history's worst genocides and millions of deaths.

A lightning-fast conflict saw one Middle Eastern country defeat multiple neighbors, gaining significant territory.

Two Communist giants clashed over border disputes, resulting in brief but deadly skirmishes before tensions eased.

A war sparked by the refusal to honor election results in a South Asian nation, leading to a brutal crackdown under ''Operation Searchlight.'' Marked by widespread atrocities, the conflict resulted in the creation of a new nation.

A surprise attack during a religious holiday saw two Middle Eastern fighting fiercely, with external powers aiding both sides.

A brutal civil war broke out in the 1970's in a Middle Eastern country, fueled by sectarian tensions and foreign interference. Factions fought for control, leading to widespread violence like the Sabra and Shatila Massacre, where thousands of refugees were killed.

A Southeast Asian Nation was occupied by Indonesian troops, leading to decades of resistance and widespread suffering. International pressure eventually forced the occupiers to withdraw, and the nation gained independence.

A brief war broke out between two communist nations after one invaded in retaliation for the others invasion of its ally, the Khmer Rouge. The fighting caused heavy losses on both sides before withdrawal.

Soviet forces invaded a Central Asian country to support a communist government, facing fierce resistance from local insurgents like the Mujahideen. The United States supported the rebels, and the Soviets eventually withdrew, but the war left the country devastated.

A war between two Middle Eastern neighbors saw massive casualties, chemical warfare, and stalemates, ending with no clear winner.

A decades-long dispute between two neighboring countries in the Caucasus over a mountainous region escalated into war, with ethnic tension driving widespread violence, like the Khojaly Massacre, and and displacement.

A pro-democracy protest in Beijing ended in tragedy when government forces violently suppressed demonstrators, causing widespread casualties.

A coalition led by the United States expelled an invading army from a small oil-rich country in the Middle East, using overwhelming air and ground forces. This war also gained the name of First Iraq War, and the invading country was invaded by US forces after twelve years in 2003.