socialist state and an ally regionally. Align with US means a geostrategic strength to them.
only way to stop= military intervention restore a stable socialist state
how did US feel?
not happy, Carter said US didn't interfere, why should USSR? significant threat to international peace. 32rd Jan 1980 asks congress to postpone SALT 2 agreements
what happened 4th Jan 1980?
US set out measures aimed at SU
trade embargos on grain to Soviets
Soviet fishing in US water restricted
23rd Jan 1980?
Carter doctrine. prevent further sov advance into Persian Gulf area and southwest Asia. US need to strengthen relations with China
detente in europe was working well, Carter tried to get NATO to disband detente E-W but leaders not prepared.
