Presidential approval ratings for Vladimir Putin continue to decline
According to the latest survey released by the Russian Public Opinion Research Foundation, President Putin's public approval rating has dropped to 66%, a decrease of 5 percentage points compared to last week. Public trust in the president has also slightly declined, falling to 67% (a drop of 2 percentage points).
Beyond the presidency, public satisfaction with government performance has also significantly declined, dropping to 41% (down 4 points), while Prime Minister Mishustin's reputation has fallen to 49% (down 3 points).
Regarding party support rates, United Russia maintains its share at 36%. The Communist Party of the Russian Federation holds 11% support, remaining the second-largest party, while the Liberal Democratic Party retains its position as the third-largest party with 9% support.
The most significant factors currently influencing public opinion in Russia are fuel shortages and rising energy prices. These issues (19%) along with developments related to the special military operation (32%) have become key drivers behind the declining support for the ruling party.
Social surveys in Russia indicate that voters' trust in leaders of major political parties far exceeds their trust in the parties themselves. Although only 10% of voters support the Communist Party of the Russian Federation, trust in its chairman, Gennady Zyuganov, reaches as high as 31.4% (data from the All-Russian Center for the Study of Public Opinion). The situation is similar for Sergei Glazyev, chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia.
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