Polish President Lech Kaczynski plane crash death could strain Poland-Russia ties

Christian Science Monitor by Fred Weir | Apr. 10, 2010 (News Analysis)

The commemoration of the Katyn massacre was meant to be a key 'forgive and forget' moment for Poland and Russia. It may now be overshadowed by the tragic death of Polish President Lech Kaczynski, riding in a Russian-built aircraft. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Kaizar Campwala - Apr 10, 2010 - 8:06 AM PDT
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Political Analysis- This plane crash has serious consequences for Poland on a number of levels. A power vacuum exists as the core of leaders-both civilian and military-died in the crash. Of immediate concern are constitutional questions that will determine the state of internal stability. International problems loom large because of this disaster. Poland's NATO ties have clearly been disquieting for Russia since their formation. The question of locating American ballistic ... More »

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  • Polish President’s Plane Crashes in Russia; 87 Dead

    New York Times by Ellen Barry, Michal Piotrowski, Nicholas Kulish | Apr. 10, 2010 (News Report)
    A plane carrying the Polish president, Lech Kaczynski, and his wife crashed in western Russia on Saturday morning, and there were no survivors, according to Russia media.
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    Global Voices by Sylwia Presley | Apr. 10, 2010 (Opinion)
    The news of the plane crash in Western Russia, which killed the President Lech Kaczyński, his wife and dozens of other senior Polish officials this morning, is reaching the ...
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