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76% of Ukrainians believe in victory with Western support - pollPhoto

The majority of Ukrainians (76%) believe that Ukraine can win the war if there is sufficient weapons, financial, and sanctions support from the West. Only 15% do not believe in victory even under such conditions, according to a survey by the Razumkov Centre.

Society • September 16, 01:16 PM • 3874 views
Ukrainians adapt to stress, but the level of depression remains high in adults and childrenPhoto

Almost half of Ukrainians experience high levels of stress, but 73% have a reserve of resilience. Children and adolescents are a vulnerable category, with 34% nervous about exams and 27% about air raid alerts.

Society • August 20, 12:39 PM • 4049 views
Trump will pressure Zelenskyy to hand over Ukrainian territories - BBC

US President Donald Trump will pressure Volodymyr Zelenskyy for Ukraine to cede the unoccupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions. About 75% of Ukrainians oppose any official transfer of land to Russia.

Politics • August 18, 04:45 AM • 4200 views
Only 42% of Ukrainians know about the new Prime Minister Svyrydenko - poll

Only 42% of Ukrainians know Yulia Svyrydenko without specifying her position, and 11% of them trust her. When her premiership is mentioned, her recognition increases to 76%, and trust to 31%.

Society • August 15, 08:06 AM • 5769 views
Zelenskyy's refusal risks angering Trump - NYT

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's refusal after statements regarding territories risks angering Trump, who seeks a peace agreement.

Politics • August 9, 10:19 AM • 4796 views
Most Ukrainians reject Russia's "peace plan," which is capitulation - poll data

A KMIS poll showed that 76% of Ukrainians are categorically against the Russian "peace plan," which includes renouncing NATO and recognizing the occupation. Only 17% are willing to agree to the Kremlin's terms.

Society • August 7, 09:48 AM • 3576 views
Who, besides Zelenskyy, is trusted by Ukrainians: social survey data

A survey by the sociological group "Rating" showed that, besides President Zelenskyy, Zaluzhnyi and Budanov enjoy the greatest trust among Ukrainians. Trust in Zaluzhnyi is 73%, in Zelenskyy – 67%, and in Budanov – 56%.

Society • July 9, 10:37 AM • 2080 views
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70% of NABU cases against MPs are in no way related to corruption - MP and member of the TCC Buzhanskyi

People's Deputy Maksym Buzhanskyi stated that 70% of NABU cases against MPs are related to errors in declarations, not corruption. This raises questions about the effectiveness of anti-corruption bodies and their funding.

Politics • July 8, 04:34 PM • 120826 views
Number of Ukrainians who are ready to endure the war as long as necessary has increased - survey

According to a survey by KIIS, 60% of Ukrainians are ready to endure the war as long as it takes. In all regions except the East, this figure is 60-62%.

Society • June 6, 11:17 AM • 2800 views
Senior high school reform: what awaits students in 2027

From 2027, high school students will be able to choose subjects, taking into account their future profession. Lyceums will become separate institutions with the possibility of choosing a field of study.

Society • May 23, 07:18 AM • 3258 views
74% of Ukrainians trust Zelensky, 50% trust Prytula - poll

A KMIS poll showed that 74% of Ukrainians trust Zelensky, and 50% trust Prytula. Goncharenko and Murayev were added to the list, but the military was not included.

Society • May 20, 09:24 AM • 6631 views
73% of Ukrainians view Trump's election as US President as a negative factor for Ukraine - poll

According to a KMIS survey, 73% of Ukrainians view Trump's election as a negative factor for Ukraine. In December 2024, only 21% of respondents thought so.

Society • April 1, 09:51 AM • 19759 views
Zelenskyy's trust rating among Ukrainians increased by 2% - KIIS survey

According to a KIIS survey, 69% of Ukrainians trust Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which is 2% more than in February-March. The highest trust in the president is in the center of Ukraine - 71%.

Society • March 27, 11:45 AM • 28770 views
Most Ukrainians support a 30-day ceasefire, but reject concessions to Russia - survey

Most Ukrainians support a 30-day ceasefire to show Russia's unwillingness for peace. At the same time, Ukrainians are strongly against any concessions to the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 01:31 PM • 20825 views
Half of Ukrainians are not ready to make territorial concessions - poll

According to a KMIS poll, 50% of Ukrainians are not ready to give up territories for the sake of peace with Russia, even if the war lasts longer. The majority believes that Russia's goal is genocide.

Society • March 14, 09:40 AM • 23283 views
87% of Ukrainians are convinced that Russia will not stop at the already occupied territories - KMIS

87% of Ukrainians believe that Russia will not stop at the already occupied territories. 66% of respondents are convinced that the goal of the Russian Federation is the complete destruction of Ukraine and its citizens.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 02:12 PM • 18042 views
Popularity of March 8 in Ukraine has fallen by more than half over the past 8 years - survey

According to a survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KMIS), only 23% of Ukrainians consider March 8 to be their favorite holiday, compared to 49% in 2017. The most popular holidays remain Christmas and Easter, which are celebrated by about 70% of the population.

Society • March 8, 12:53 PM • 26877 views
After the dispute with Trump, the level of trust in Zelensky rose to nearly 70% - survey

The level of trust in President Zelensky increased from 57% to 68% after the escalation of relations with the USA. The largest growth occurred after the emotional meeting at the White House on February 28, 2025.

Society • March 7, 09:44 AM • 13920 views
Trump answers whether he still considers Zelensky a “dictator”

Donald Trump has denied calling Volodymyr Zelenskyy a dictator. A week ago, Trump criticized the Ukrainian president, calling him a “dictator without elections.

Politics • February 27, 06:40 PM • 42597 views
Only a quarter of Ukrainians are satisfied with life: new research

KIIS conducted a study of personal well-being of Ukrainians using British methodology. 25% are satisfied with life, 62% find meaning in their activities, while 43% experience high anxiety.

Society • February 26, 01:12 PM • 26975 views
Trump refuses to call Putin a dictator

Donald Trump said that he does not use the word “dictator” lightly in reference to Putin. Earlier, he called Zelenskyy a “dictator without elections,” which drew criticism from European leaders.

Politics • February 24, 07:46 PM • 25799 views
Poll: About 50% of Ukrainians prioritize freedom over security

46% of Ukrainians prefer freedom to security, while 34% are willing to give up rights for security. The study shows an increase in the value of freedom compared to 2022.

Society • February 20, 11:01 AM • 36124 views
Not 4%, but almost 60%: how many Ukrainians trust Zelenskyi

A KIIS poll shows that 57% of Ukrainians trust President Zelenskyy, while 37% do not. The level of trust has increased by 5% compared to December 2024.

Society • February 19, 09:53 AM • 105666 views
Trump on holding elections in Ukraine: it's not russia that says they are needed, it's an “objective” situation

Trump calls for elections in Ukraine. Fox News reports that the US and russian delegations have agreed on a three-stage peace plan to end the war in Ukraine during talks in the Saudi capital Riyadh.

Politics • February 18, 10:08 PM • 54246 views
Almost 90% of Ukrainians experienced stress in 2024: what affected the population the most

According to KIIS, 87% of Ukrainians faced at least one stressful situation in 2024. The most common causes of stress were bombings and shelling (39%), separation from loved ones (30%), and death of loved ones (26%).

Society • January 31, 02:05 PM • 50733 views
Ukrainians prefer joining NATO to EU membership - poll

According to the KIIS, 46% of Ukrainians consider joining NATO a top priority, while 22% support the EU. During the year, the number of those who do not support membership in any union increased from 12% to 22%.

Politics • January 14, 12:55 PM • 20736 views
The share of those ready to endure the war as long as necessary has fallen below 60% - poll

The number of Ukrainians who are ready to endure the war “as long as necessary” has dropped from 63% to 57% over the past two months. The largest decline is observed in the west and center of the country, while in the south and east the figures have even improved.

Society • January 2, 11:48 AM • 27031 views
Poll: 45% of Ukrainians believe Trump's victory brings peace closer

45% of Ukrainians believe that Trump's victory in the US election will bring peace to Ukraine. A KIIS poll showed that 40% of respondents do not see any impact of his victory on the situation.

Society • December 27, 03:37 PM • 23756 views
Poll: Almost 3/4 of Ukrainians support Ukraine's restoration of nuclear weapons

73% of Ukrainians support the restoration of Ukraine's nuclear arsenal. 58% are ready to do so even if the country loses Western support, if it has sufficient resources.

Society • December 23, 10:37 AM • 12968 views
Poll: 80% of Ukrainians support law banning religious organizations associated with Russia

The poll showed that 80% of Ukrainians approve of the law banning religious organizations associated with Russia. 61% support the idea of a single Orthodox Church in Ukraine.

Society • October 15, 09:16 AM • 11742 views