Highlights from Zelensky: Donbas, ratings and his 'iron hand'

At the beginning of 2021, the rating of the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky was declining, and it seemed to be catastrophic: he was criticized for the suspension of reforms, a vague reaction to the coronavirus epidemic, ambiguous personnel decisions, and a split in his party. However, in reaction to the tough situation evolving in Donbas this spring, Ukrainian society unexpectedly looked up to the Ukrainian President. And he became to be more severe in the persecution of his political opponents and oligarchs, handing over part of his political powers to the security forces. More to come?