Trust in Ukraine: Kyrylo Budanov Surpasses President Zelenskyy in New SOCIS Poll.

Kyrylo Budanov’s Trust Rating

According to Novyny.live: According to a survey conducted by the SOCIS Center between March 12 and 18, 2026, Kyrylo Budanov now commands a personal trust level of 60.3% among Ukrainians. This figure stands out sharply in the country’s current political landscape, signaling a major shift in public sentiment.

In contrast, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holds a trust rating of 46.3%, meaning Budanov enjoys broader public support than the sitting head of state. A hypothetical political force aligned with Budanov could expect to capture 15.3% of the vote—a substantial showing in its own right.

Political Force Support

Meanwhile, a political movement led by Valerii Zaluzhnyi garners 21% support from respondents. A separate political project tied to Vitaliy Kim, Ihor Terekhov, and Danylo Hetmantsev stands at 13.7%. The 'Servant of the People' party received 11.5%, while 'European Solidarity' holds 8.9%. The 'Azov' party recorded the lowest support level at 6%.

Kyrylo Budanov also commented on negotiation proceedings that took place on March 26, though the survey results did not disclose specifics of those talks. Overall, these figures point to an active reshaping of political preferences among Ukrainians, along with a potential rise in Budanov’s prominence on the national political stage.

These survey results highlight a changing political landscape in Ukraine, where emerging figures like Kyrylo Budanov may become key players. - SOCIS Center

With trust in Budanov on the rise, this could reshape the balance of political forces in upcoming elections. The support he has garnered may reflect Ukrainians’ desire for fresh faces in politics, as well as growing competition between established parties and new political initiatives.