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Dates: during 2009-2009
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...missile-defense system would destabilize security by provoking Russia, which has long been against the building of the shield, and making the Czech Republic a target for an Iranian first strike. "Seventy percent of people in the Czech Republic will certainly welcome [this decision],"said Social Democratic leader Jiri Paroubek, whose party had opposed the radar, citing recent polls. "I think it will raise the United States' prestige...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Mixed Reactions in Europe to the U.S. Missile Defense U-Turn | 9/17/2009 | See Source »

...expected to hold onto the reins of both the government and the E.U. presidency until a new Czech coalition is formed, but there is uncertainty about how long this could take. Social Democrat leader Jiri Paroubek has said the government could "complete the Czech E.U. presidency or its substantial part...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Czech Government's Collapse Hits the E.U. | 3/25/2009 | See Source »

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