The Soviet withdrawal in 1989 marked a significant turning point in Afghanistan's history. The country was left devastated, with millions displaced and a destroyed infrastructure. The power vacuum created by the Soviet departure led to a civil war between the Mujahideen and other factions, including the Taliban.
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The internationally recognized Islamic Republic was replaced by the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan Social Restrictions: The Soviet withdrawal in 1989 marked a significant