Key Facts
• A Ukrainian poll suggests Zelensky may lose if elections are held soon.
• The poll was conducted on December 24, 2025, by a Ukrainian research firm.
• Zelensky is projected to lead in the first round with 11 candidates.
• In a runoff, ex-military commander and current UK ambassador Zaluzhnyi is expected to win.
• Zaluzhnyi could secure approximately 64% of the vote in a two-candidate race.
• Zelensky stated elections cannot occur in Russian-occupied territories.
• The timing of the election remains uncertain due to ongoing conflict.
Summary
A recent Ukrainian poll indicates that President Volodymyr Zelensky may face defeat if a presidential election is held soon. While Zelensky is expected to lead in the first round of voting with 11 candidates, a runoff scenario shows former military commander and current UK ambassador Valerii Zaluzhnyi winning with approximately 64% of the vote. The election has been delayed due to Russia’s invasion, and Zelensky has stated that voting cannot take place in Russian-occupied regions, leaving the election timeline uncertain.
