Afghanistan Marks 37th Anniversary of Soviet Troops Withdrawal

Today, on the 26th of Dalwa, Afghanistan commemorates the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of the Soviet Red Army forces from the country, an event regarded as a pivotal moment in Afghanistan’s contemporary history.

In 1367 in the Persian calendar, after years of war and conflict, the Soviet forces left Afghanistan following the extensive resistance and sacrifices of the Afghan people. This event marked the end of the Soviet military presence, which had profound political, social, and economic consequences for Afghanistan.

The 26th of Dalwa is officially recognized in the national calendar as the Day of Soviet Defeat and Withdrawal, with annual commemorations held across different regions of the country.

Experts on Afghanistan’s modern history view this day as a symbol of the country’s people’s resilience and sacrifice against foreign intervention—an event that also influenced the subsequent course of Afghanistan’s developments.