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Yeltsin Shrinks Role as Russia Prepares for Transition
In Moscow, Boris Yeltsin weighs a ceremonial or partial resignation as health falters. Prime Minister Primakov and Deputy Chief of Staff Sysuyev outline a reduced leadership for Russia while maintaining nuclear codes in Yeltsin's hands. The country, calmer after volatility, approaches a period of uncertainty with Sketched constitutional questions and a broad public acceptance of a shifted power dynamic.
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Moscow
Bons Yeltsin
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Oleg Sysuyev
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