Once a popular wartime leader among Ukrainians, Zelenskyy’s shine fades
Summary
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was elected in 2019 as an outsider promising to fight corruption, winning strong support. His popularity rose during Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but support at home has decreased due to ongoing war and concerns about governance.Key Facts
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy was elected President of Ukraine in 2019 with a focus on fighting corruption.
- He was previously a popular comic actor known for a role parodying a president.
- Zelenskyy gained global and domestic support when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
- At the start of the invasion, his approval rating soared to 91%.
- Over four years of war, support at home has waned, with concerns about government performance and corruption.
- Before the invasion, Zelenskyy’s popularity in December 2021 was about 31%.
- Ukraine's politics often shift focus quickly between leaders, according to observers.
- Zelenskyy’s role has shifted from public appearances to more formal diplomatic and governance duties.
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