The number of Ukrainians ready to 'endure the war as long as necessary' has increased.

At the beginning of spring 2025, it became known that the willingness of the population in Ukraine to endure a prolonged war has increased. According to a survey by KMIS, over 70% of Ukrainians are ready to endure the war as long as necessary.However, the level of readiness for a prolonged war decreased at the beginning of 2024, reaching only 54% in March 2025. Nevertheless, in recent months this figure has begun to rise again, and currently about 60% of Ukrainians express a willingness to endure the war as long as needed.Some might have expected that under the pressure of these circumstances, the resilience of Ukrainians could waver. However, we see that Ukrainians continue to demonstrate extraordinary resilience and maintain their will to continue resisting. Our allies and enemies need to understand that Ukrainians desire peace, but will not accept capitulation.Deputy Director of KMIS Anton Grushetsky noted that the conflict has been ongoing for more than three years, and the intensity of hostilities continues to rise. The new U.S. administration evokes mixed feelings among Ukrainians.According to the survey results, most citizens support the idea of a 30-day ceasefire unconditionally and consider dialogue and mutual understanding essential. The situation in the country undoubtedly influences the population’s readiness for a prolonged war and a review of government policy.The submitted news recorded an increase in the readiness of Ukrainians for a prolonged war, although it has not yet reached the level of previous years. Meanwhile, the population expresses support for the idea of a ceasefire and the importance of dialogue, which may affect political decisions in the country.