A recent survey reveals that a significant portion of the Ukrainian population is against the idea of transferring control of the Donetsk region to Russia in exchange for security guarantees. The findings indicate that 57% of respondents deem such a concession unacceptable, while 36% express willingness to consider it, albeit acknowledging the complexity of the situation.
The survey, conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS), shows a slight shift in public opinion since early March, when 62% opposed the idea. The proportion of those open to the proposal has increased from 33% to 36%. Current sentiments reflect a return to levels observed in February.
According to sociologists, the data suggests a consistent critical stance among the majority of Ukrainians regarding this initiative. They noted that when specific security guarantees from the United States were outlined—excluding military presence in Ukraine, no no-fly zone, and no free provision of arms—support for the proposal significantly decreased.
The survey also highlights perceptions of responsibility for the ongoing conflict. Approximately 60% of Ukrainians blame Russia for hindering efforts to end the war, while 14% hold the United States accountable. Only 7% point fingers at Ukraine itself, and 5% blame European nations.
In a related finding, 71% of respondents expressed skepticism about the current trilateral negotiations involving Ukraine, the U.S., and Russia leading to lasting peace, with only 25% believing in their potential success.
The increasing number of Ukrainians who find the condition of withdrawing defense forces from Donetsk in exchange for security guarantees unacceptable has been noted, reflecting a broader sentiment of distrust in the negotiations.
Public Opinion on Security Guarantees
As reported by UNIAN, there has been a growing disbelief among Ukrainians regarding the effectiveness of security guarantees from the U.S. and European countries.
Further Insights
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- Less Than a Third of Ukrainians Believe the War Will End This Year
A recent survey indicates that a majority of Ukrainians oppose the idea of ceding Donetsk to Russia for security guarantees, reflecting a broader skepticism about ongoing negotiations. The data shows a consistent critical stance towards such concessions, with many attributing the lack of progress in ending the war primarily to Russia.
Source: UNIAN