**Most Poles now support ending the war in Ukraine**
For the first time, a majority of Polish citizens are willing to end the war in Ukraine even if it means giving up some Ukrainian territory. This is according to a recent survey by the Polish Center for Public Opinion Research (CBOS). The poll found that 55% of respondents prioritize stopping the conflict over protecting Ukraine’s territorial integrity.
**Ukrainians still opposed to concessions**
In contrast, nearly two-thirds of Ukrainians remain determined to continue fighting against Russia without making any concessions. This is according to a recent poll by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS). While there has been a slight decline in this figure from 73% last year to 63%, the majority of Ukrainians are still opposed to giving up territory.
**Challenges ahead for Ukraine**
These contrasting attitudes highlight the challenges facing Ukraine as it prepares for renewed Russian aggression and pressure from Western countries to negotiate. Russia’s Defense Minister recently stated that Moscow aims to fully occupy several Ukrainian regions by 2025, and President-elect Donald Trump has suggested reducing U.S. aid to Ukraine.
**Russia’s involvement of North Korean soldiers**
There is also growing concern about Russia’s use of North Korean soldiers in its war against Ukraine. Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces have killed over 50 North Korean soldiers and injured many more in recent days. The South Korean government has imposed sanctions on Russian individuals and entities involved in this cooperation.
**Recent developments**
Other recent developments include:
* A Ukrainian defense official stating that Russian forces are conducting intensive offensive operations in Kursk Oblast, using North Korean units.
* The British government sanctioning 20 Russian vessels and pledging $44 million to repair Ukraine’s energy grid.
* Slovakia’s state-owned energy company calling for continued gas transit through Ukraine.
* Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces killing over 50 North Korean soldiers and injuring many more.
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