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The practice of proxy warfare gained significant traction during the Cold War, where the United States and the Soviet Union leveraged regional conflicts to counter each other's influence. Historical examples include the Korean and Vietnam Wars, where massive external backing turned local struggles into global ideological battles.
However, as the Cold War concluded, the expected decrease in proxy wars did not occur. On the contrary, they increased, leading to a multipolar world where numerous nations engage in supporting various factions, thus complicating conflicts. The myriad external supporters ensure that even if one side struggles, it can receive continued reinforcement, perpetuating war rather than facilitating peace.