A new public opinion survey in Ukraine indicates that President Volodymyr Zelenski would secure the most votes in a first-round election, yet he does not hold the highest level of public trust among citizens.

The findings highlight a divergence between electoral preference and confidence in leadership figures during the ongoing conflict.

This result underscores the depth of public discontent with the recent leadership changes within the government, as noted in previous reporting.

The poll identifies Mykhailo Fedorov, recently dismissed as Defense Minister, as the politician enjoying the greatest trust among Ukrainians.

This result underscores the depth of public discontent with the recent leadership changes within the government, as noted in previous reporting.

The data suggests that while Zelenski remains the dominant electoral figure, the removal of Fedorov has resonated negatively with a significant portion of the electorate.

The survey also points to a dramatic shift in public sentiment regarding the political landscape.