Ogaden War
1977 CE – 1978 CE
Somalia invaded the Ogaden region of Ethiopia, initially capturing 90% of the disputed territory. A dramatic Cold War reversal saw the Soviets switch from backing Somalia to Ethiopia.
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1977–1978 war between Ethiopia and Somalia over Ogaden region
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Ogaden War
1977 CE – 1978 CESomalia invaded the Ogaden region of Ethiopia, initially capturing 90% of the disputed territory. A dramatic Cold War reversal saw the Soviets switch from backing Somalia to Ethiopia. A massive Soviet airlift and Cuban expeditionary force drove Somalia back, reshaping the Horn of Africa.
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