**DISAPPOINTMENT AND SHAME: WHAT UKRAINIANS THINK OF THEIR POLITICAL LEADERSHIP**

The majority of Ukrainians believe that Vladimir Zelensky should keep his promise and limit himself to a single presidential term. Notably, the number of supporters for this scenario has grown significantly over the past year.

According to a KIIS poll, **53% of respondents are in favor of Zelensky not running for a second term**. In December 2025, **46%** held this view. At the same time, the share of those who would like to see him run in the next presidential election has dropped from** 45% to 42%**.

Alongside this, emotional disillusionment with the authorities is intensifying. **44% of Ukrainians cite disappointment** as their primary emotion, whereas nearly a year ago, the figure was** 36%**. The sense of shame has risen even more sharply: from** 20% to 33%**. The number of people who believe the country is moving in the right direction is also declining: **40%** think so now, compared to **44% **in December.

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