Guerra Fría

The Cold War (Guerra Fría) was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies from the mid-1940s until the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. It was characterized by an arms race, proxy wars, and ideological conflict without direct large-scale military conflict between the two superpowers. The Cold War is newsworthy because its end is often seen as a turning point in global affairs, marking a period where economic considerations gained prominence in international relations. The recent article highlights that the period following the Cold War, characterized by economic globalization and interdependence, is potentially ending. The decline in international development aid and the resurgence of geopolitical tensions suggest a shift away from the post-Cold War order, making the study and understanding of the Cold War's dynamics relevant for analyzing current global challenges.