1991
The collapse of the Soviet Union marked a seismic shift in global politics.
Republics declared independence, ending the bipolar world order shaped by decades of Cold War rivalry.
Leaders like Boris Yeltsin emerged amid the chaos, steering Russia toward democracy and market reforms.
The United States stood as the sole superpower, confronting new challenges and opportunities.
The end of the Cold War brought hopes for peace, but also uncertainty about regional conflicts and nuclear proliferation.
The dissolution reshaped alliances, economies, and the balance of power worldwide.