Russia's President Vladimir Putin Loses Popularity

Moscow – 27.06.2026: In recent months, the popularity of President Vladimir Putin in Russia has dropped significantly. According to the state-run polling institute VTsIOM, trust in the president was at 73% in mid-June. This represents a decline compared to earlier measurements and has caused concern among the Russian public.Analysts attribute this decline to several factors. First, ongoing economic challenges, including moderate growth dynamics and international sanctions, have undermined confidence in the government. Additionally, reports about military progress in Ukraine and the associated casualties have negatively affected public sentiment.Another aspect is ...