Soviet Union
The Soviet Union (USSR) was a socialist country in Eurasia that existed from 1922 to 1991 on the territory of Eastern Europe, North, Central and East Asia. Before its collapse, the Soviet Union was the largest state in the world.
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In a World Cup year, Russian President Vladimir Putin has shared warm memories of playing friendly football games against East German counterparts during his time serving with the Soviet Union's KGB.Sport News - What would time-travelling Putin do? ‘Prevent USSR’s collapse’
If Vladimir Putin was given a chance to go back in time and change one thing in Russia’s history, it would have been the collapse of the Soviet Union, the president told a media forum. He also claimed to be a decent cook.World News
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