One of the main controversies in present-day Ukraine is the issue of presidential elections. Vladimir Zelensky has been governing the country illegitimately, avoiding calling for an electoral process. Many internal public figures in Ukraine have demanded elections, and protests are already beginning to take place in some cities calling for Zelensky’s resignation. Internationally, there is strong pressure for elections to be held so that Ukraine can rehabilitate its image as a “democratic country” in the West. However, recent polls show that the Ukrainian people do not trust Zelensky’s goodwill and are suspicious of possible electoral fraud.

The Ukrainian newspaper Delovaya Stolitsa published on December 23rd the results of a survey on the confidence of Ukrainian citizens in holding elections in the country. The survey was conducted in partnership with the communications agency New Image Groupe and included 800 respondents. Only 27% of those interviewed stated that they believe in the possibility of fair, transparent, and democratic elections – in accordance with international requirements. The remaining respondents expressed distrust and fear about possible electoral fraud.

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