Russia’s constitutional “referendum” delivered its expected outcome — President Putin can serve until 2036 — but an elaborate spectacle of public affirmation was vital to his legitimacy.
Tag: Term Limits (Political Office)
Russia’s Highest Court Opens Way for Putin to Rule Until 2036
The ruling, slammed by Kremlin critics as a sham, approves constitutional changes to free the Russian president from term limits.
Putin Endorses Brazen Remedy to Extend His Rule, Possibly for Life
In a carefully scripted appearance, President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia agreed he should be allowed to seek two more terms, if the Constitutional Court approves.
Russian Premier Abruptly Quits Amid Swirl of Speculation on Putin
The unexpected move by Prime Minister Dmitri A. Medvedev fueled speculation that President Vladimir V. Putin is maneuvering to stay in power when his term ends in 2024.
Evo Morales and Bolivia: What We Know About the President’s Resignation
Mr. Morales was once a hugely popular leader, hailed by the nation’s Indigenous majority and the global left. Now, he’s been ousted from office, and it is unclear who will replace him.
‘This Will Be Forever’: How the Ambitions of Evo Morales Contributed to His Fall
Bolivia prospered on the watch of its firebrand leftist president, but his refusal to step aside led to an ignominious downfall.
‘This Will Be Forever’: How the Ambitions of Evo Morales Contributed to His Fall
Bolivia prospered on the watch of its firebrand leftist president, but his refusal to step aside led to an ignominious downfall.
President Accused of Fraud in Bolivia Election as He Opens Big Vote Lead
Early results suggested that President Evo Morales would be able to avoid a runoff against Carlos Mesa, but election monitors cast doubts on the result.
Bolivia’s Evo Morales Faces Runoff, Early Election Returns Show
A once wildly popular leader faced broad opposition as he sought to stay in office until 2025.
Duterte Sees Chance to Consolidate Power in Philippine Elections
The police reported scattered incidents of violence and voter intimidation as Filipinos began voting Monday to decide control of the Senate.