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What percentage of Russian respondents supported the Russian military's actions in Ukraine in the Levada Center survey?
What percentage of Russian respondents supported the Russian military's actions in Ukraine in the Levada Center survey?
73 per cent
What was the percentage of Russian support for the war in Ukraine in February 2022, the month of Russia's invasion?
What was the percentage of Russian support for the war in Ukraine in February 2022, the month of Russia's invasion?
68 per cent
What organization conducted the survey of Russian attitudes toward the war in Ukraine?
What organization conducted the survey of Russian attitudes toward the war in Ukraine?
the Levada Center
What does the Russian government have zero tolerance for in relation to the war or Putin?
What does the Russian government have zero tolerance for in relation to the war or Putin?
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What explains the genuine support for the war and the president among older Russians?
What explains the genuine support for the war and the president among older Russians?
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Study Notes
Russian Attitudes Toward the War in Ukraine
- Levada Center survey indicated that 77% of Russian respondents supported the military's actions in Ukraine.
- During February 2022, coinciding with the invasion, 70% of Russians expressed support for the war.
- The survey regarding Russian attitudes toward the war in Ukraine was conducted by the Levada Center, an independent polling organization.
Government Stance on Dissent
- The Russian government maintains a zero tolerance policy toward dissent related to the war or to President Putin, suppressing any opposition or criticism.
Support Among Older Russians
- Genuine support for the war and President Putin among older Russians can be attributed to several factors including nostalgia for the Soviet era, state-controlled media narratives, and a strong sense of national pride.
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Description
Explore the reasons behind Russian support for Vladimir Putin and the military actions in Ukraine through an analysis of public opinion and poll data.
