Moscow - 16 years ago, the great history occurred in Russia. President of a country that was once called the Soviet Union, Boris Yeltsin officially resigned. Penguduran themselves the presidem was broadcast live by one telivisi station in Russia. Suddenly steps from Yeltsin that makes the whole world by surprise.
"I have to go, I had to go ahead of time that is supposed to be," said Yeltsin was quoted as saying by the BBC on Thursday (31/12/2015).
Besides resigned, Yeltsin made two other important decisions for the future of Red Bear State.
First, referring to Russian Prime Minister at the time, Vladimir Putin as president. Both announced March 26, 2000 so the date on which the election is held.
In his resignation speech, Yeltsin apologized to all citizens of Russia. The apology was conveyed over several keselahan ever made when ruled Russia.
He also reasoned, his resignation already be done. Because the Russians when it was considered to be entering the new century with a brand-new leader anyway.
"I ask forgiveness for your dreams that did not come true," he stated.
Penguduran Yeltsin was a matter for great debate. Therefore, the first President of Russia since the Soviet collapse has often said he would continue to lead until his term runs out in June 2000.
Popularity of Yeltsin when stepping down only 2 percent. He was criticized for the disappointing results in the First Chechen War, in which Russia's military defeat and Chechnya got more autonomy.
"He (Putin) can repeat the triumph of the new Russia in the 21st Century," said Yeltsin announcing his successor. And Putin is intended to restore the glory of Russia as when it was still called the Soviet Union.
Also on the same date and year, Airlins hijacked Indian aircraft in India. These events led to, the death of one person and several passengers were injured.
Not only that, December 31 is also the birthday of the legendary coached Manchester United Sir Alex Ferguson.
