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Ukrainian News Consumption Habits in 2024

A survey reveals Ukrainians' news consumption habits in 2024, highlighting Telegram's dominance, the declining use of news websites, and continued engagement with Russian media by a minority.

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Pavlo Durov

How do Ukrainian military personnel consume news?: Military personnel typically use two to three news sources, mainly Telegram channels and communication with commanders. However, their daily news consumption time is limited, ranging from 15 minutes to one hour.
What is the role and popularity of Telegram in Ukraine?: Telegram's popularity in Ukraine significantly surpasses other social media platforms, both for communication and news consumption. While its use is widespread, about one-third of respondents believe Telegram's operations require regulation.
What were the main sources of news for Ukrainians in 2024?: In 2024, Ukrainians primarily obtained news from social media, with Telegram being the most popular platform. News websites were used less frequently, according to a USAID/Internews survey.
To what extent do Ukrainians still use Russian media sources?: Despite the war, 11% of respondents still read Russian media, mostly to understand Russia's narrative and get alternative perspectives. Trust in Russian sources remains low.
How do people in occupied and frontline areas access information?: In the temporarily occupied and frontline areas, Telegram channels serve as the main news source. However, there is a noticeable decrease in the number of channels used compared to the start of the full-scale invasion.

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