On the threshold of 1980, a number of observers painted a picture of the coming decade in very gloomy colors. Indeed, the new decade immediately presented humanity with a formidable gift - the war in Afghanistan. The invasion of Soviet troops in this country is a process of global importance with far-reaching consequences. So far, no one can predict the final outcome of Moscow's military intervention, as well as its impact on the further course of events on the globe. But now some results should be summed up and conclusions drawn from the situation in Afghanistan