Russia's turbulent calm
Article Abstract:
Dismissal of Alexander Lebed from his position as security advisor poses new possibilities for future configuration of Russian leadership. Boris Yeltsin may make new overtures to the Communists in lieu of his coalition with Lebed, or Lebed may unite with the Communists, shifting the power configuration.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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General uncertainty
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Boris Yeltsin is likely to succeed in his bid for re-election as Russia's president, but fears that Communist candidate Gennady Zyuganov could win are serious. A new political alliance has emerged between Yeltsin and Alexander Lebed, who got 15% of the vote in the June 1996 elections.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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Russia's loose howitzers
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Alexander Lebed continues to be at odds with Russian president Boris Yeltsin, even going as far as to resign his position as national security advisor. Though his resignation was not accepted by Yeltsin, Lebed's power has been reduced in an effort to control his thirst for power.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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