Two-thirds of Russian citizens (66%) are against the introduction of Russian troops to the site of the South-East of Ukraine to stop punitive operations, inform the survey data of the all-Russian centre for the study of the opinions of a large number of citizens (VTSIOM).

This position is largely shared by older persons (71% older than 60 years), residents of cities and towns (74-75%).

according to the results of the survey 30% of respondents believe that a military confrontation between Ukraine and Russia is possible. This is almost two times more in comparison With the data obtained by the end of March. At the same time about the need for military intervention from Russia informs a quarter (27%) of respondents, and most importantly, Moscow and St. Petersburg (41%), supporters of the CPRF (35%), respondents With low income (35%).

Among the likely causes of the outbreak of war-fifth share uproshenia equally (by 18%) calls the danger of terrorist acts on the territory of the Russian Federation or attack on a Russian checkpoint on the Russian-Ukrainian border. The same number of Russian citizens believe that military action may be the case, if you continue to kill civilians in the Ukraine. While 33% believe that the Russian Federation should not deploy troops on Ukrainian territory Under any circumstances.

The survey was conducted at the end of June 1, 6 thousand people in 130 towns in 42 regions, territories and republics of Russia. The statistical error does not exceed 3, 4%.

Since April, the Kyiv authorities are in the East of Ukraine a special operation to suppress the protest movement, which emerged as a reaction to the coup d'etat. There were started rallies of supporters of independence against Kyiv authorities in mid-April launched a special military operation With use of aviation, armored vehicles and heavy artillery. In the Russian capital This special operation, which has already led to numerous casualties on both sides and Among them Among the peaceful residents, called punitive and campaigning Kiev immediately to stop her.

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