21.   Lebed has also alienated other members of the government with his abrasive style and stated ambition to succeed Yeltsin.

22.   Lebed was fired by Russian President Boris Yeltsin on Thursday for his abrasive style and insubordination after four months as security chief.

23.   Rybkin was appointed on Saturday to replace Lebed, who was fired by Russian President Boris Yeltsin on Thursday for his abrasive style and insubordination.