Question

given that the soviet union fought in afghanistan, why was it considered a proxy war? the soviet union answered the afghans request for help. the mujahideen fought on behalf of the united states. the combatants in the war represented myriad interests. the united states did not directly engage in battle.

Explanation:

A proxy war is a conflict where major powers do not directly fight each other but support opposing sides. In the Soviet - Afghan war, the United States supported the mujahideen. The U.S. did not directly engage in battle against the Soviet Union, which is a key characteristic of a proxy war.

Answer:

The United States did not directly engage in battle.