How does Ukrainian society perceive Pope Leo XIV? We present the findings in Issue No. 2.2 of the End of Year Survey.

The End of Year Survey (EoY) is a global annual study conducted by the international research association Gallup International, exploring people’s views on the future, happiness, and expectations across countries. In 2025, 64,097 respondents were surveyed in 61 countries worldwide. In Ukraine, the EoY survey has been conducted for the third consecutive year by the Sociological Group “Rating” (Rating Group).

Key Findings

• 56% of respondents in Ukraine express a positive attitude toward the Pope. This is higher than the average across 58 countries worldwide (49%).
• In particular, 11% of respondents in Ukraine view Leo XIV very positively, while 45% view him rather positively. At the same time, 22% hold a negative attitude, and 23% remain undecided. Overall, this indicates a moderately positive perception.
• The warmest attitudes toward Pope Leo XIV are observed in the western regions of Ukraine (67% express a favorable view).
• Globally, the most positive attitudes toward the Pope are recorded in Kenya, Croatia, Azerbaijan, Peru, Ecuador, Hungary, the Slovak Republic, Portugal, Ireland, and Poland.

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Rating Group is one of the largest research institutions in Ukraine, operating since 2008. The company is registered in Ukraine and has extensive experience conducting sociological research both domestically and internationally. The group includes: Sociological Group Rating, the research laboratory Rating Lab, the Rating Online platform, and the Rating Call Center.