Question

Why did the us president jimmy carter withdraw the salt 2 treaty from the senate approval in 1979?

Answer 1

Because of the invasion of Afghanistan by Soviet union. The Soviet union invaded Afghanistan to fight anticommunists.

Answer 2

Answer:

Because of the Soviet invasion in Afghanistan.

Explanation:

SALT II agreement between the USA and the Soviet Union dealt with limitations and guidance for the use of nuclear weapons. It banned new missiles programs and limited the number of long range missiles.

In June 1979, Carter and Brezhnev met in Vienna to sign the agreement. It was seen as a controversial one, as a 'sellout' to the Soviets. The debate in Congress  whether to ratify it continued for months.

In December 1979, the Soviets invaded Afghanistan and President Carter withdrew the treaty from the Senate in January 1980.

SALT II remained signed but not ratified.