Vladimir Putin's approval rating falls to lowest level since Ukraine invasion

10 articles · Updated · Reuters · Apr 24

State pollster VTsIOM reports Putin's approval rating dropped to 65.6%, with trust also declining to 71% amid recent economic contraction and internet restrictions in Russia.
This marks the seventh consecutive week of decline, with approval down from 73.3% in March. Public frustration over mobile internet crackdowns and economic stagnation are cited as contributing factors.
Scepticism persists about poll accuracy due to censorship and war, while other political figures see mixed trust ratings ahead of Russia's September parliamentary election, amid warnings about potential unrest.

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