hidegháborút

Hidegháború is a Hungarian term that translates to "Cold War" in English. It refers to the period of geopolitical tension and ideological conflict that existed between the United States and the Soviet Union and their respective allies following World War II. This era was characterized by proxy wars, an arms race, and a constant threat of nuclear conflict, though direct military confrontation between the two superpowers was avoided. The term "hidegháború" encompasses the global struggle between capitalism and communism, the division of the world into two major blocs, and the various political and economic maneuvers employed by both sides. It also signifies the pervasive atmosphere of suspicion and propaganda that defined international relations for decades. The end of the hidegháború is generally marked by the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, leading to a unipolar world dominated by the United States for a period. However, the legacy of the hidegháború continues to influence global politics and international relations today.