
161. Yeltsin, Economic Chaos and President Putin
The Rest Is History
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Chaos and Transition: The Path to Putin's Rise
This chapter explores the first Chechen War's devastating effects on Russia, the eventual re-election of Yeltsin, and the subsequent financial crisis that set the stage for the second war. It culminates in Yeltsin's surprising resignation at the turn of the millennium, leading to Putin's rise to power amid controversial political maneuvers.
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