Victor Yanukovych
Victor Yanukovych is a Ukrainian politician who served as the fourth President of Ukraine from 2010 until his ousting in 2014. His presidency was marked by allegations of corruption, authoritarianism, and a pivot towards Russia, culminating in the Euromaidan protests against his decision to suspend an association agreement with the European Union. Following the protests, Yanukovych fled to Russia, where he has remained in exile. His political career has been characterized by significant controversies, particularly regarding his connections with Russia and the oligarchs who supported him.
Born on Jul 09, 1950 (74 years old)
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych is mentioned as Poroshenko's predecessor and a leader of the Party of Regions.
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych is mentioned as Poroshenko's predecessor and associated with the Party of Regions.
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Ukraine:
Victor Yanukovych is mentioned in the context of the Syrian conflict and its implications.
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Bulgaria:
Victor Yanukovych refused to sign the association agreement with the EU, freezing Ukraine's potential membership.
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych was mentioned in the context of the events on Maidan that led to his resignation.
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych was mentioned in the context of the events on Maidan that led to his resignation.
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych was mentioned in the context of the events on Maidan that led to his resignation.
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Russia:
Victor Yanukovych was mentioned in the context of the events on Maidan that led to his resignation.
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Israel:
Yanukovych was ousted during the popular uprising in Ukraine that led to the current conflict.
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Ukraine:
Victor Yanukovych was the newly elected president of Ukraine in 2010.
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