The Reagan Doctrine aimed to counter communism by providing military and financial support to anticommunist groups globally. It was a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy during the 1980s, influencing engagements in places like Nicaragua and Afghanistan. This doctrine reflects the broader struggle of the Cold War period. ;
The Reagan Doctrine was a U.S. foreign policy initiative under President Ronald Reagan during the 1980s that provided financial and military support to anticommunist groups globally. This doctrine aimed to counter Soviet influence by actively aiding insurgencies, particularly in Nicaragua and Afghanistan. The correct answer to the multiple-choice question is option 'a.'
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