Before the New Year holiday, I was asking the Russians about their hopes for 2025. From their responses, it is clear that people here want the fighting to end.
But how will the war end? And when? No one is sure.
The other major concern for Russians is the economy. Prices were rising rapidly.
What do Russians think of Vladimir Putin, who has been in power now for 25 years? Do they still trust him to make the right decisions for their country?
