I thought it might be useful to see the other proxy wars we have fought in going back to the Korean War:

This latest proxy war is with Russia regarding Ukraine and Iran where we are fighting with Putin who is supplying the Shahed Drones now made in Russia to Iran to blow up countries including Israel in the latest Gulf war involving at least 14 or 15 countries so far in the Middle East. This also is the worst strangulation of oil for the world even worse than the Oil Embargoes of the 1970s which raped the middle class and lower of the U.S. of all their efficient buying power ever since.

 

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The U.S. has engaged in numerous proxy wars to advance strategic interests without direct, large-scale conflict with major powers. Key modern examples include Syria, Yemen, Libya, and supporting Ukraine against Russia, while historic examples include Vietnam, the Soviet-Afghan War, and Angola

. Recent reports suggest over 23 clandestine,, small-scale proxy engagements occur, especially via 127e programs. 

Significant Historical and Modern U.S. Proxy Wars:

• Soviet-Afghan War (1979–1989): The U.S. provided significant military aid to the Afghan Mujahideen to fight Soviet forces.
• Vietnam War (Initial phase): The U.S. supported South Vietnam with advisors and supplies to counter communist forces before direct involvement.
• Syrian Civil War (2011–present): The U.S. backed various opposition groups against the Assad regime and fought against ISIS, often in conflict with Russian and Iranian interests.
• Yemen Civil War (2014–present): The U.S. has provided support to the Saudi-led coalition fighting the Iran-aligned Houthi movement.
• Russo-Ukrainian War (2022–present): The U.S. and NATO act as supporters of Ukraine, providing advanced weapons and intelligence against Russia.
• Iran Proxy Conflicts (Ongoing): The U.S. engages in, , a long-term proxy confrontation with Iran through support for regional allies against Iranian-backed groups (Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis). 

Other Areas of Involvement:

• Libya: Following the Arab Spring, involved in shifting proxy struggles.
• Angolan Civil War: Supported UNITA against Soviet-backed forces.
• Clandestine Operations (2017–2020): U.S. forces have participated in at least 23 clandestine, , "surrogate" operations globally, using local forces for combat and reconnaissance. 

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