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The original Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union officially ended in 1991 when the USSR dissolved, though many analysts and historians debate whether a modern equivalent or continuation has returned.
Why the Original Cold War Ended
- Collapse of the USSR: The Soviet Union broke apart into independent nations, ending the bipolar superpower structure.
- Institutional Legacy: Structures like NATO survived the end of the conflict, and nuclear arsenals remained active, leaving deep historical and security links to that era.
Why People Say It Never Ended or Returned ("New Cold War")
- US-Russia Tensions: Continuing geopolitical friction, nuclear postures, and major conflicts—such as the war in Ukraine—mirror the old East-West standoff.
- US-China Competition: Growing economic, technological, and military rivalry between Washington and Beijing has led many observers to describe the present era as a new Cold War.
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