Boris Yeltsin is out and Russia will change. Probably regress to the good old days.

You heard it here, first.

-- PNG (png@gol.com), May 12, 1999

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Where did you get your info?

-- winna (??@??.com), May 12, 1999.

PNG -- You're being wishy-washy again .... could you please give us your definite view on this? ;-)

-- BigDog (BigDog@duffer.com), May 12, 1999.

Yeltsin fired Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov today. This is going to piss the Communists off to no end. He's also being impeached tomorrow.

The writing is on the wall. Stuff is happening. Hang on.

-- a (a@a.a), May 12, 1999.

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5/12/99 -- 9:10 AM, AP Breaking News, URL goes dead within hours

Yeltsin explains why he dismissed Primakov

Yeltsin explains why he dismissed Primakov Russian President Boris Yeltsin's statement explaining his dismissal of Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov:

Today I made a difficult decision - dismissed Prime Minister Yevgeny Maksimovich Primakov from his post.

Yevgeny Maksimovich arrived at a very difficult moment - a period of a harsh crisis in the country. Primakov's appointment was supported by all political forces. To his name people connect the stabilization of the situation in the economy and the social sphere.

I want to express the warmest and most sincere words of gratitude to him for all he has done. And, above all, for the valiance he demonstrated by agreeing to head the government in this difficult situation.

True, the government has fully carried out its tactical task. But the situation in the economy still isn't improving. The question of the economic strategy, today, nine months later, still remains open.

We have no right to put off making decisions that are necessary for the revival of the economy for another six months - until the end of the election campaign. Delays and procrastination, I am sure, are the most serious blow today to stability in the economy and the social sphere. It is the greatest danger on the eve of decisive elections to the State Duma.

Sergei Vadimovich Stepashin was appointed acting prime minister. His candidacy is supported by Yevgeny Maksimovich Primakov. He is well known for his successful work in the government, in law enforcement bodies, for his active work in Russia's `hot spots.'

The candidacy of Sergei Vadimovich Stepashin is presented for review by the State Duma.

I am sure that the new premier is capable of putting the required dynamism and energy into the Cabinet's work.
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Read last week a talking head analysis which said he probably would sack the current crop to stave off impeachment ...

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-- Leska (allaha@earthlink.net), May 12, 1999.

We sure do live in some interesting times. Hope I survive to tell my grandchildren how the computers crashed at the same time the nuclear war heads were flying.

-- GeeGee (GeeGee@madtown.com), May 12, 1999.

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Duma asks Yeltsin to resign

Wednesday, 12 May 1999 15:43 (GMT), (urgent), (UPI Spotlight)

MOSCOW, May 12 (UPI) - The Russian Duma, the Communist-dominated lower house of parliament, has (Wednesday) voted 243-20 for a non- binding resolution asking Russian President Boris Yeltsin to resign voluntarily ahead of Thursday's impeachment hearings.

The Duma adopted the motion after leading politicians condemned Yeltsin's decision to dismiss Prime Minister Yevgeny Primakov and his Cabinet.
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-- Leska (allaha@earthlink.net), May 12, 1999.

It won't be all that difficult to dump Yeltsin. The hard part will be picking the next top dog. Everybody in the country knows by now that promises, promises, are worth nothing at all, and the local bosses aren't about to let anything threaten their situations, which means nothing will change no matter who gets to sit on top of the haystack.

Such a beautiful language to be wasted on such a shambles of a country.

Nazhdorovye -- or words to that effect.

-- Tom Carey (tomcarey@mindspring.com), May 12, 1999.

Well, we all knew the Russian bear was only in hibernation. It is amazing how countries are depicted as ravenous animals, isn't it? I have learned that it is because they devour their people. Russia is a pro at that....As are so many others. I have a feeling this will be a year to remember.... Does the term Great Tribulation, or Armageddon, interest you? Try hooking up with those who can accurately show what the Bible has to say on this wierd world.

We are in for a real ride this year...I have a feeling...I'd like to be wrong, I hate that humans will suffer..but things are getting worse. and worse. and worse. Boy, do we need God's Kingdom! Guess what? It is at hand, and is open for anyone who wants in!

-- rick shade (Rickoshade@aol.com), May 13, 1999.

it had to happen sooner or later, surprised he lasted this long, like the old days the destiny of the world is in the hands of a few infirm alcoholics

-- dick o' the dale (rdale@coynet.com), May 13, 1999.

On the other hand, to make things REALLY interesting, the White Russians, could stand up and say it is NOW time for them to be given the chance to correct the recent "errors" (read debacle) and that they should be given control and come out of exile. In which case, I happen to have gone to school with a Prince.........

Chuck

PS Paul's father (Paul being the guy I went to school with) is the reason there are TWO published pictures of the Japanese Surender Signing. Seems he was attending, as he was entitled to, but he was wearing regimentals for a unit he has no record of belonging to, for a country.........

Anyway, if you can get the FIRST wirephoto and the Life photo, you might notice the line is 3 people shorter in one than the other. Mr. deK was also the recipient of a phone call after the St. Louis Archives fire in (about)'71. seems the Army had to ask him what they were supposed to know about his war record and what they were NOT......

-- chuck, a Night Driver (rienzoo@en.com), May 13, 1999.

Amen, Rick, Amen!! I agree totally with you! We Do need God, now more than ever before! :) Revelations is at hand! Our redemption draws nigh! :)

-- Crono (Crono@timesend.com), May 13, 1999.

There are several charges. A few relating strictly to details of his dealing with the Communists in the early stages after Soviet collapse, these are unlikely to pass due to no interest from non- Communists. One about genocide against Russian people in general due to ruination of the economy - again unlikely to pass. Most likely to pass is the Chechen war charge, because this charge is supported by non-Communits elements. None of these charges, if sustained, is likely to get through judicial review.

-- Blue Himalayan (bh@k2.y), May 13, 1999.