According to the results of the sixth sociological survey since the start of the full-scale invasion, 48% of respondents were in favor of continuing to support Ukraine in recapturing the territories it lost in the war with Russia. Meanwhile, 50% of respondents support a quick end to the conflict, even without Ukraine’s ability to return all lost territories. This figure has increased from 33% in August 2022.
The data show a shift in sentiment from previous polls, when a majority of Americans supported fighting to victory.
Americans are also divided on whether the U.S. is doing too much (37%), enough (31%) or not enough (30%) to help Ukraine. More respondents than in March 2024 believe the United States is doing enough, while fewer say they are not doing enough.
The institute also noted significant differences in opinion between representatives of the main political parties in the United States. Thus, Republicans generally favor a quick end to the war and are in favor of reducing aid to Ukraine – this figure has increased by 20% compared to the last survey. But Democrats generally support continued participation and continuation of the current level of aid to Ukraine — the level of support is up 30% since the last poll.
Additionally, 68% of Americans polled believe that neither Ukraine nor Russia will win the war yet. The amount is roughly equal among Republican and Democratic voters, as well as among independent voters.
The survey was conducted from 4 December to 15 December.
