World & Nation
President Viktor Yanukovich is being sought on charges of mass murder for his role in the Kiev crackdown that left about 80 protesters and police dead.
Feb. 24, 2014
President Viktor Yanukovich plans a televised round-table discussion. In Kiev, riot police storm opposition headquarters.
Dec. 9, 2013
President Yushchenko nominates pro-Russian Yanukovich as premier after extracting a commitment to his pro-Western policies.
Aug. 3, 2006
Losing presidential candidate Viktor Yanukovich appealed the results of last month’s election to Ukraine’s Supreme Court, arguing that massive fraud was committed, a court spokeswoman said.
Jan. 6, 2005
Ukraine issues arrest warrant for President Viktor Yanukovich
With Yushchenko well ahead, Yanukovich criticizes observers’ blessing of the election. He may be repositioning for an opposition role.
Dec. 28, 2004
As transitional work continues, the opposition appeals to the Hague criminal tribunal to put Viktor Yanukovich on trial for crimes against humanity.
Feb. 25, 2014
Ukraine’s opposition responds to the news by demanding President Viktor Yanukovich’s resignation. Critics say the deal comes with strings attached.
Dec. 17, 2013
Ukraine’s Supreme Court rejected losing presidential candidate Viktor Yanukovich’s appeal of last month’s repeat election.
Jan. 7, 2005
Viktor Yanukovich, the humiliated loser a year and a half ago when Orange Revolution protests forced a presidential runoff election to be repeated, completed a remarkable political comeback Friday by becoming Ukraine’s prime minister.
Aug. 5, 2006