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Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war
Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war
Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war
17.06.2026 - 17:28
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This represents a significant increase compared to 2023, when 23% of respondents shared this view.
About 67% of Ukrainians expect President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after the war with Russia ends, according to a survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS).
This represents a significant increase compared to 2023, when 23% of respondents shared this view. As Zelensky’s presidential term enters its seventh year, this shift reflects a broader public desire for change not only in the presidency but also in the other branches of government.
At the same time, numerous surveys consistently show that the majority of Ukrainians oppose holding elections until hostilities have ended, according to the Kyiv Independent.
Respondents were asked whether they believe that, after the war, Ukraine needs a restructuring and replacement of the central government, including the president, the cabinet, and parliament, in order to rebuild the country.
The number of Ukrainians who expect a restructuring of the central …
Most Ukrainians Prefer to See Zelensky Leave Office Post-War - Total News
Most Ukrainians Prefer to See Zelensky Leave Office Post-War - Total News
A recent poll by the Kiev International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) shows that 75% of Ukrainians would prefer President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to resign after the war with Russia concludes.
According to a KIIS analyst, the public largely backs Zelenskiy’s leadership during this time of conflict, with 60% of respondents expressing trust in him. Interestingly, his approval rating peaked at 90% shortly after the Russian invasion in February 2022, compared to just 37% prior to the invasion.
While 41% believe Zelensky should remain active in politics after the war, only 25% want him to maintain his presidential role. On the flip side, 36% feel he should step away from politics entirely, and 14% believe he should face criminal charges for certain actions taken during his presidency, although the poll did not clarify what those might be.
As theKiev Independentnoted, Zelensky’s approval ratings have taken a hit in recent months after he backed a bill that weakened Ukraine’s anti-corruption investigation agency. He defended his actions as essential for eliminating “Russian influence” within Ukraine’s system.
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67% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after the end of war ...
67% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after the end of war — poll
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88% of Ukrainians surveyed expect a reset of the central government after the war, 67% expect a change of president,
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the results of a poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) from May 7 to June 3.
At the same time, other KIIS polls show that the majority of Ukrainians are against holding elections until the war is over.
KIIS notes that three years ago, 73% expected a reboot of the central government at least at one level; now the number has increased to 88%.
When it comes to the parliament, the number of those who expect a reboot after the war has increased from 69% to 83%. As for the government, the figure has increased from 47% to 74%, and as for the president, from 23% to 67%.
Only a minority (33%) among those who fully trust the president expect him to be replaced after the war. Among those who tend to trust the president, the majority (68%) expect a change, and 97% of those who do not…
Majority of Ukrainians want new government post-war, poll shows
Majority of Ukrainians want new government post-war, poll shows
The share of respondents seeking a shift in the executive branch of power rose from 73% in 2023 to 88%
Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war, poll shows
Almost 70% of Ukrainians expect Zelensky to be replaced after war, poll shows
This marks a notable rise from 23% in 2023, as Zelensky's presidency enters its seventh year, reflecting a broader public demand for change across other branches of government as well.
67% of Ukrainians Expect New Post-War President - KyivPost
67% of Ukrainians Expect New Post-War President - KyivPost
In brief:A new KIIS poll found that 88% of Ukrainians expect a post-war reset of the central government, while 67% want a new president after the conflict ends. Sociologists say the results reflect support for wartime unity alongside growing demand for political renewal in peacetime.
A growing majority of Ukrainians expect a major political shake-up after Russia’s invasion ends, including a new president, despite continued support for current President Volodymyr Zelensky during wartime, according to a new survey.
Thepollby the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS), conducted between May 7 and June 3, found that 88% of respondents expect some form of reset in Ukraine’s central government after the war, up from 73% three years ago.
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The sharpest increase was recorded regarding the presidency. While only 23% of Ukrainians expected a change in the presidency after the war in 2023, that figure has nearly tripled to 67%.
The findings highlight what sociologists describe as a distinctly wartime attitude among Ukrainians: support for unity and institutions dur…
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President Volodymyr Zelensky arrives in Downing Street ahead of a meeting of European allies to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine hosted by U.K. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in London, United Kingdom, on June 07, 2026. (Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images)
Around 67% of Ukrainians expect President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after Russia's war ends, according to a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) published on June 17.
This marks a notable rise from 23% in 2023, as Zelensky's presidency enters its
seventh year
, reflecting a broader public demand for change across other branches of government as well. Multiple polls have consistently shown that most Ukrainians oppose holding
elections
until the end of hostilities.
Respondents were asked whether they believe Ukraine needs to reset and replace the central government, including the president, Cabinet, and parliament, after the war to restore the cou…
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No verdict, no pronouncement. The model extracts atomic factual claims with verbatim quotes; every quote is validated against the source text and corroboration is computed by counting how many editorially-opposed blocs assert each fact. 6 fabricated/unverifiable quotes were rejected by the cite-or-die gate.
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2×cross-perspective · 288% of Ukrainians expect a reset or restructuring of the central government after the war.
otherrussia
tass“The share of respondents seeking a shift in the executive branch of power rose from 73% in 2023 to 88%”
hromadske.ua“88% of Ukrainians surveyed expect a reset of the central government after the war, 67% expect a change of president, say the results of a poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) from May 7 to June 3.”
kyivpost.com“In brief:A new KIIS poll found that 88% of Ukrainians expect a post-war reset of the central government, while 67% want a new president after the conflict ends.”
bgnes.com“Respondents were asked whether they believe that, after the war, Ukraine needs a restructuring and replacement of the central government, including the president, the cabinet, and parliament, in order to rebuild the country.”
2×cross-perspective · 2In 2023, 23% of Ukrainians expected President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after the war.
otherukraine
kyivindependent“This marks a notable rise from 23% in 2023, as Zelensky's presidency enters its seventh year, reflecting a broader public demand for change across other branches of government as well.”
bgnes.com“This represents a significant increase compared to 2023, when 23% of respondents shared this view.”
kyivindependent.com“This represents a notable increase from 2023, when 23% of respondents held that view.”
kyivpost.com“While only 23% of Ukrainians expected a change in the presidency after the war in 2023, that figure has nearly tripled to 67%.”
2×broadly confirmedIn 2023, 73% of Ukrainians expected a reset or restructuring of the central government after the war.
otherrussia
tass“The share of respondents seeking a shift in the executive branch of power rose from 73% in 2023 to 88%”
hromadske.ua“KIIS notes that three years ago, 73% expected a reboot of the central government at least at one level; now the number has increased to 88%.”
1×cross-perspective · 267% of Ukrainians expect President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after the war with Russia ends.
other
bgnes.com“About 67% of Ukrainians expect President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after the war with Russia ends, according to a survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS).”
kyivindependent.com“Around 67% of Ukrainians expect President Volodymyr Zelensky to be replaced after Russia's war ends, according to a poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) published on June 17.”
hromadske.ua“88% of Ukrainians surveyed expect a reset of the central government after the war, 67% expect a change of president, say the results of a poll conducted by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS) from May 7 to June 3.”
kyivpost.com“In brief:A new KIIS poll found that 88% of Ukrainians expect a post-war reset of the central government, while 67% want a new president after the conflict ends.”
1×cross-perspective · 2The majority of Ukrainians oppose holding elections until hostilities have ended.
other
kyivindependent.com“At the same time, multiple polls have consistently found that a majority of Ukrainians oppose holding elections until hostilities have ended.”
hromadske.ua“At the same time, other KIIS polls show that the majority of Ukrainians are against holding elections until the war is over.”
Single-source · 3 — reported by one bloc only (uncorroborated)
The number of Ukrainians expecting a reset of the cabinet after the war increased from 47% in 2023 to 74% in 2026.
hromadske.ua
Among those who fully trust President Zelensky, only a minority (33%) expect him to be replaced after the war.
hromadske.ua
Among those who tend to trust President Zelensky, a majority (68%) expect him to be replaced after the war.
hromadske.ua
Framing · 5 — loaded language surfaced (spin shown, not adopted)
kyivindependent
“This marks a notable rise from 23% in 2023, as Zelensky's presidency enters its seventh year, reflecting a broader public demand for change across other branches of government as well.”
→ The percentage of Ukrainians expecting Zelensky's replacement increased from 23% in 2023 to 67% in 2026, and this increase is associated with broader public demand for change in government institutions.
tass
“Majority of Ukrainians want new government post-war, poll shows”
→ A majority of Ukrainians want a new government after the war, according to a poll.
bgnes.com
“This represents a significant increase compared to 2023, when 23% of respondents shared this view. As Zelensky’s presidential term enters its seventh year, this shift reflects a broader public desire for change not only in the presidency but also in the other branches of government.”
→ The increase from 23% to 67% is described as significant and linked to Zelensky’s seventh year in office and broader desire for change in government branches.
hromadske.ua
“KIIS notes that three years ago, 73% expected a reboot of the central government at least at one level; now the number has increased to 88%.”
→ The increase from 73% to 88% in support for central government reset is noted by KIIS.
kyivpost.com
“The findings highlight what sociologists describe as a distinctly wartime attitude among Ukrainians”
→ Sociologists describe the findings as reflecting a wartime attitude among Ukrainians.