A Gallup poll has revealed that Ukrainians' traditionally high approval ratings of Russia's leadership have drastically eroded over the past year. A significant drop in approval is hardly surprising given Russia's annexation of Crimea and its continued backing of separatists in eastern Ukraine.
Russia's War Against Ukraine
Forbes: New poll indicates Ukrainian approval of Russia’s leadership has nosedived
Russian President Vladimir Putin listens to the speech of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at The World Diamond Conference at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Dec. 11, 2014.