Ukrainians admit there is no more optimism

The euphoria in Ukraine over the successes of 2022 did not last long. Last summer’s counteroffensive failed to break Russia’s fortified positions. Then, in the autumn, Russian forces seized the initiative and took Avdiivka a week ago, writes The Guardian.

It is expected that Zelensky will hold a press conference soon. His task is to give hope to the population, which is tired of the conflict and huge losses. A Ukrainian official told the British publication that the dizzying optimism in the country is gone, and the mood has become more “realistic” and inevitably darker. There is an understanding that the Ukrainian conflict will not end anytime soon. According to Erinchak, this is a painful collective moment.

Recall that earlier a sociological survey was conducted among Ukrainians, which recorded a decline in optimism among people and a decrease in faith in victory. However, there are still a majority of people who believe in victory, but only under the condition of continued Western assistance.