Sociologists find this trend alarming, as it contradicts the development of a modern democratic state based on rule of law and the protection of due process.
Confidence in President Volodymyr Zelensky has somewhat decreased but remains at a positive level. Simultaneously, a critical attitude towards the authorities has grown significantly.
The head of Ukraine’s army categorized the incident as “like a war” with both he and the General Staff confirming it wasn’t the only such device discovered.
At the height of war, language scandals have again erupted about Russian's role in Ukraine and attitudes toward its speakers. And Moscow has used claims of discrimination as a pretext for war.
Pessimism over prospects for a quick victory is increasing, and the spirit that infused the first days of the conflict is starting to fade, polls find.