Russian Presidential Address
President Yeltsin addressed the people of Russia in a nationally televised speech. He offered his position on the recent vote of the Congress of… read more
President Yeltsin addressed the people of Russia in a nationally televised speech. He offered his position on the recent vote of the Congress of People’s Deputies, accusing the body of attempting to restore Communist power. Yeltsin announced a referendum on his leadership and declared a period of special presidential rule until the referendum was held. close
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