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Russian Political Turmoil, August 1998 (CRS Report for Congress)

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Release Date Aug. 28, 1998
Report Number 98-725
Report Type Report
Authors Stuart D. Goldman, Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division
Source Agency Congressional Research Service
Summary:

Russian President Yeltsin's dismissal of Premier Kirienko and his nomination of former Premier Chernomyrdin mark an intensification of political turmoil. This was triggered by a financial crisis and underlying economic depression. These political and economic developments have serious implications for Russia's stability, the post-Yeltsin succession, and U.S. interests in and policy toward Russia. This report will be updated if warranted by developments in Russia.