Orange Revolution: The final run-off election in Ukraine is held under heavy international scrutiny.

Orange Revolution

Series of political protests in Ukraine in 2004–2005

The Orange Revolution was a series of protests that led to political upheaval in Ukraine from late November 2004 to January 2005. It gained momentum primarily due to the initiative of the general population, sparked by the aftermath of the 2004 Ukrainian presidential election…

2004 Ukrainian presidential election

Presidential elections were held in Ukraine on 31 October, 21 November, 26 December 2004 and 1 January 2005. This was the fourth presidential election in Ukraine following independence from the Soviet Union. The last stages of the election were contested between the opposition…