I stated that the Russians risked becoming bogged down in a struggle that "will cost them dearly in blood. money. and international prestige." The accuracy of this prediction has been confirmed by events during the 3 months since their invasion occurred. The Soviets have suffered 6.000 to 7.000 casualties. of whom well over 1.000 have been killed. While over 500.000 Afghan refugees have been forced into Pakistan. Moscow has so far made slow progress in suppressing the insurgents. who continue to fight bravely against heavily armed Soviet forces. The Afghan puppet regime of Babrak Karmal. which was installed when the Soviets overthrew and killed his predecessor. is regarded with contempt by virtually the entire Afghan nation.
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