The impact of the Korean War on Cold War dynamics in the Pacific region was significant. The war, which lasted from 1950 to 1953, served as a proxy conflict between the U.S. and its allies supporting South Korea, and the China-backed North Korea. It solidified the division of Korea along the 38th parallel and entrenched ideological and military tensions. The conflict prompted the U.S. to increase its military presence in Asia and shaped its broader foreign policy, leading to increased containment strategies. The war also laid the foundation for ongoing divisions on the Korean Peninsula and future diplomatic challenges.