Former Soviet Premier Nikolai Ryzhkov Passes Away at 94

Ryzhkov, known for his economic reform attempts and leadership during crises, leaves a complex legacy amid the USSR's collapse.

Nikolai Ryzhkov, former Soviet premier and economic reformer under Mikhail Gorbachev, has died at 94.
Ryzhkov's tenure saw attempts at economic modernization and liberalization that ultimately failed to prevent the USSR's collapse.
He was remembered for his leadership during the Chernobyl disaster and the 1988 Armenian earthquake, showcasing compassion and command.
After the Soviet Union's dissolution, Ryzhkov served in the Russian parliament, supporting President Vladimir Putin's policies.
Ryzhkov's political career was marked by his efforts to adapt the Soviet economy to changing times, but his initiatives were unable to halt the economic decline.