Overwhelming Optimism: 90% of Ukrainians Foresee Victory Over Russia Despite Hurdles.
A recent poll showcased in “Bild am Sonntag” reveals that an astounding 90% of Ukrainians remain steadfast in their belief that their military forces will reclaim every inch of Ukrainian territory. Remarkably, a mere 6% of those surveyed, all residing within Ukrainian-held territories, voiced reservations about this outcome.
Even as the counteroffensive, initiated in June, faces challenges and has yielded limited territorial gains, the Ukrainian spirit remains undaunted. “Bild am Sonntag” cites that a commanding 83% of participants would endorse the continuation of the counteroffensive next year, should this year’s military campaigns fall short of their objectives.
A Complex Stance on Russian Negotiations: On the matter of direct peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, opinions diverge. “Bild am Sonntag” notes that a slender 30% advocate for such talks, while a dominant 63% spurn the very notion of such a dialogue.
Kremlin.ru, Vladimir Putin with military people (2017-12-28) 05, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (image size modified)