Europe & Russia

Majorities in all three countries said in a fall 2020 survey that the U.S. system needs either major changes or to be completely reformed.

Most in all three countries are optimistic that U.S. policies and trans-Atlantic relations will improve under his presidency.

Women in 56 countries experienced social hostilities due to clothing that was deemed to violate religious or secular dress norms.

A median of 66% of adults in 14 countries express an unfavorable view of Russia, with majorities in 12 of the countries holding that view.

As artificial intelligence plays a growing role in the everyday lives of people around the world, views on AI’s impact on society are mixed.

Support for international cooperation can vary significantly depending on the amount of trust that people tend to place in others.

Majorities say scientific research on gene editing is a misuse – rather than an appropriate use – of technology. But public acceptance of gene editing for babies depends on how it will be used, and views often differ by age and religion.

A median of 62% of adults across the 14 countries surveyed this summer generally believe most people can be trusted.

A median of about seven-in-ten people in 14 countries expressed unfavorable views of Iran, while only about two-in-ten hold a favorable view.

A median of 60% across 10 surveyed member countries have a favorable view of the political and military alliance.