Yuriy Kravchenko
Ukrainian police officer and politician
Born
1951
74 years ago
Died
March 4th, 2005
20 years ago — 54 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Ukraine
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Served as the Minister of Internal Affairs in Ukraine, overseeing police and national security matters. Played a significant role in law enforcement reforms during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Managed various internal security issues amid political transitions in Ukraine. His tenure was marked by significant controversies and challenges, reflecting the complexities of the political landscape during that period.
Served as Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine
Oversaw police reforms in the late 1990s
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