New data from Ukraine show the public favors ending the war with Russia through negotiations, as support for fighting until victory has plummeted.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/45823859

In Gallup’s most recent poll of Ukraine — conducted in early July — 69% say they favor a negotiated end to the war as soon as possible, compared with 24% who support continuing to fight until victory.

This marks a nearly complete reversal from public opinion in 2022, when 73% favored Ukraine fighting until victory and 22% preferred that Ukraine seek a negotiated end as soon as possible.

  • the_wise_wolf@feddit.orgEnglish
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    5 days ago

    That’s exactly the point. It’s understandable that people want an end to the war. And now they are willing to give concessions. But Putin still wants political control over Ukraine. One way or another. Ukrainians may be willing to give up territory, but that won’t be enough for Putin. If anything the change in ukranian attitude will embolden him. So I don’t see much room for negotiations.