The term "Soviet Sphere" refers to an area or region dominated or heavily influenced by Soviet Union's political ideology and control during the Cold War. Countries within this sphere were often subjected to varying degrees of Moscow's authority.
Related terms
Satellite States: Refers to countries politically and economically dependent on another more powerful country. During the Cold War era in Eastern Europe, these states were closely tied to and controlled by Moscow.
Warsaw Pact: A collective defense treaty signed among eight communist states in Eastern Europe, led by the Soviet Union. It was established as a response to NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization).
Cominform: An organization created by the Soviet Union in 1947 to coordinate communist parties and governments across Europe. It aimed to promote Soviet influence and ideology within the region.