**Ukrainians Less Trusting of Biden, But Still Support US Aid**
A recent survey by the New Europe Center found that 44.6% of Ukrainians trust US President-elect Donald Trump. This is around 10 points less than incumbent President Joe Biden, who enjoys a high level of trust among the Ukrainian people.
The results of the survey suggest that some Ukrainians are hoping for a “clearer and more decisive policy towards Ukraine” from the new US administration. This may be linked to fears about Biden’s willingness to provide military aid to Ukraine and his pledge to bring both sides to the negotiating table, which could lead to painful concessions.
Despite Trump’s past criticism of the military support provided by Biden, some Ukrainians are cautiously optimistic that he will take a more decisive approach to resolving the conflict. However, others remain concerned about his intentions and worry that reducing aid may put Ukraine in a difficult position at the negotiating table.
The survey also found that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky enjoys high levels of trust among the population, with 65% of people saying they have confidence in him.
**Military Aid Package Announced**
As Trump’s presidency approaches, the outgoing Biden administration has announced a military aid package worth almost $1 billion. This is seen as an effort to ship as much aid to Ukraine as possible before the new administration takes over.
The US and Germany are among the leading donors of military aid to Ukraine, with other European countries such as Poland also providing significant support.
**Russian Military Activity Increases**
Meanwhile, Russian military activity in Ukraine has increased in recent days. A missile attack on the town of Zlatopil in Kharkiv Oblast injured at least eight people and a number of civilians have been killed or injured in attacks across the country.
Ukrainian resistance groups claim that Russian soldiers are increasingly sabotaging their own equipment to avoid attacking certain areas, including the Dnipro River islands on the southern front.
**International Support Remains Crucial**
The conflict in Ukraine remains complex and challenging, with many international actors playing a role in supporting or opposing the Ukrainian government.
US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized that the US will continue to support Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself against Russian aggression. Other countries such as Germany have also been urged to take more decisive action to provide military aid to Ukraine.