The Soviet Union did not invade Finland after World War II primarily due to the 1948 Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance, which established a formal relationship between the two countries and guaranteed Finland's sovereignty. Additionally, Finland had successfully maintained its independence during the war and demonstrated a willingness to align with Soviet interests without direct military intervention. The Soviet leadership also recognized the potential for international backlash and the importance of maintaining stability in the region.
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