- A majority of Europeans are pessimistic about Ukraine’s chances of winning the war against Russia.
- The survey involved 177,000 people across 12 European countries.
- 41% of respondents suggest Europe should pressure Ukraine to negotiate with Russia.
- There is a significant concern about war weariness in Europe, despite improvements in inflation and energy prices to pre-war levels.
- Europeans doubt their ability to substitute U.S. leadership and aid to Ukraine, particularly if Donald Trump is re-elected.
- Most Europeans foresee the war ending in a negotiated settlement, which they believe should reflect the military balance on the battlefield.
- European leaders are advised to redefine support efforts and emphasize peace based on international law and humanitarian principles.
- The survey indicates a division in support for Ukraine among European countries, with some showing more pro-Russian sentiments.
- There is a concern about the potential impact of Ukrainian refugees on national cohesion in some Eastern European countries.
- A plurality of Europeans support maintaining or even increasing aid to Ukraine, should U.S. support diminish.
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