What Do Russians Want by 2026?

As the war in Ukraine approaches a fourth year, the BBC’s Russia Editor, Steve Rosenberg, reports from inside the country. He is asking ordinary Russians about their hopes for the future. Their answers provide a rare look at national mood during a prolonged conflict. The report aims to understand public priorities. It explores whether daily life or international affairs dominate people's thoughts. This direct questioning offers insight beyond official statements. It reveals the personal aspirations shaping Russia's path forward.