The collapse of the Soviet Union led quickly to the declaration that the Cold War was over. What have been the consequences of this historic event?

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1. The collapse of the Soviet Union led quickly to the declaration that the Cold War was over. What have been the consequences of this historic event?
2. In your opinion, does the al-Qaeda attack of September 11, 2001, represent a fundamental turning point in Western history? Why or why not?