Ukraine Supreme Court orders runoff rerun in presidential race
The Ukrainian Supreme Court cancels the Nov 21 runoff citing illegal meddling and orders a new head to head vote on Dec 26. Supporters in Kiev celebrate with orange flags as Yanukovych opponents condemn the court ruling amid tense protests in Donetsk and Kiev.
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Ukraine Supreme Court voids Nov runoff in Yanukovych Yushchenko clash
Ukraine's Supreme Court invalidated the November 21 runoff results between Viktor Yanukovych and Viktor Yushchenko amid a political crisis that strained ties with Russia and drew Western opposition. Yushchenko's supporters rallied outside Kiev's parliament as the decision emerged.
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Ukraine vote showdown tests nation after court ruling
In Kiev the runoff between Western-leaning Viktor Yushchenko and Kremlin-backed Viktor Yanukovych is set for December 26 after the Supreme Court overturned the initial result. The crisis split Ukraine between east and west and reshaped politics as Kuchma and Yanukovych pledge to honor the decision while Yushchenko seeks to heal fears across the country.
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