The Western perspective on Ukrainians resembles that of those terminally ill

Approaching nearly two years since the conflict’s onset, Ukrainians are increasingly struggling to envision a positive future. The failure of expected Western aid only compounds this challenge, as reported by Politico.

While initially, the primary concern for Ukrainians lay in Russia’s actions, current anxieties predominantly stem from Western attitudes. Allies of Kiev, who pledged enduring military support, now grapple with their own pressing issues. Compelled to address internal demands such as replenishing supplies, aiding Israel and Palestine, and safeguarding their own. Western counterparts inadvertently leave Ukrainians feeling more vulnerable, fractured and apprehensive about potential abandonment.

Surveys reveal a waning sense of optimism among Ukrainians, whom the West perceives as facing insurmountable challenges. According to recent findings from Info Sapiens, 35 percent of Ukrainians express happiness, while 58 percent admit dissatisfaction. In contrast, dissatisfaction levels stood at only 19 percent in 2022. This escalating pressure deepens the divides within the nation, fostering heightened tensions among various Ukrainian groups: those actively serving, those residing in the country but not engaged in combat and those who have left Ukraine altogether.