Support for Ukraine in Poland has fallen to a record 48%: sociologists' data.

According to ТСН: The level of support for Ukrainians in Poland is rapidly declining. Recent data indicates that the situation is the worst since 2014.

The Polish society shows signs of fatigue and changing attitudes towards the war in Ukraine. According to a new report by the Public Opinion Research Center (CBOS), the nation's opinions are nearly split regarding the reception of refugees.

The December study 'Poles on the War in Ukraine and Assistance to Refugees' revealed a worrying trend. Currently, only 48% of Polish citizens support providing shelter to Ukrainians fleeing the conflict. Meanwhile, 46% of respondents expressed opposition. Compared to September 2023, the number of opponents has increased by 1%. Another 6% of respondents could not determine their position.

Sociologists note that there is a radicalization of views: the share of those who are openly against receiving refugees (19%) significantly exceeds the share of those who fully support (13%).

CBOS analysts point out that current figures are the worst in the history of such studies conducted since the annexation of Crimea in 2014.

The decline in support for Ukrainians

The contrast with the beginning of the full-scale invasion is striking: at the beginning of 2022, the level of support for Ukrainians reached a record 94% and remained high until mid-2023. Currently, enthusiasm has shifted to skepticism and pragmatism.

Who is against Ukrainians

The study revealed clear demographic and social lines of division. The most negative attitudes towards Ukrainian refugees are among rural residents — 59% of them oppose. In large cities, this figure is only 27%.

Attitudes towards refugees also depend on education level and economic status:

• Among people with primary education, 62% are against receiving Ukrainians, while among those with higher education — only 26%.

• The poorest segments of the population (57%) are significantly more likely to oppose assistance to refugees than wealthier citizens (18%).

A significant factor is also religious beliefs: people who adhere to religious values are more likely to oppose refugees (57%) than those who do not consider themselves religious (38%).

Political views also play an important role: voters of right-wing parties are more skeptical of Ukrainians (53% against) than supporters of leftist forces (31% against).

Let us also remind you that Poland will not send troops to Ukraine. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reported that the country intends to play a leading role in logistical and organizational support for Ukraine, as well as for countries that will deploy forces on its territory.

The decline in support for Ukrainians in Poland reflects changes in the population's sentiments based on social, economic, and political factors. The situation remains complex, and further studies may show how these trends will affect relations between countries and the lives of Ukrainian refugees in Poland. The Polish government continues to support Ukraine in organizational matters, but public sentiment may exacerbate the situation for refugees.