Afghanistan
Sir,—l wonder if Mr Creel is trying to convince himself, because I am sure he is not having much luck with those who know the truth. The Soviet Union, in line with its expansionist policies into south-west Asia, inveigled the communist Government under Moijf.m-
mad Taraki to sign several agreements with Moscow, among them the so-called Treaty of Friendship. The majority of the Afghan people were opposed to this treaty, and were fearful of Soviet intervention, with just cause. The old Russian boot-in-the-door trick was not long in coming. The Afghan people revolted, and the brutal repression by Russia continues to this day.— Yours, etc., BILL BARRY. May 28, 1985.
[Correspondence on whether Russian troops in Afghanistan are invaders or invited guests is now closed.—Editor.]
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