Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) regularly conducts nationwide polls in Ukraine to explore public expectations, pressing societal issues, levels of trust, and attitudes toward political leadership during wartime. The latest survey conducted from 27 to 31 July 2025 shows the perspectives of over 2,100 Ukrainians on recent changes in anti-corruption institutions, trust in government and opposition, and attitudes towards future elections. 

The research reveals that trust in core democratic institutions including parliament, government, and political parties remains low, despite strong public demand for democracy. Under martial law and with limited space for political activity, Ukraine faces the dual challenge of resisting external aggression while preserving and renewing its democratic infrastructure. Concentration of power in the executive branch, while necessary in times of war, increases the long-term risks for democratic development.  At the same time, societal trust towards civil society remains consistently high as civil society continues to innovate and hold the government to account.