MOSCOW, June 20. /TASS/. The level of trust in President Vladimir Putin among the Russian public remains at 81%, while 82% of respondents approve of his job performance, a survey conducted by the Public Opinion Foundation (FOM) showed.

The poll, carried out between June 13 and June 15, surveyed 1,500 respondents. "When asked directly if they trusted Putin, 81% of participants responded affirmatively (no changes). The majority also endorsed of the president’s job performance (82%, no changes)," the service said.

A total of 57% of those polled said they approved of the Russian government’s handling of the country (no changes), while 58% approved of Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin’s performance (a 2% decrease).

Support for the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF) held steady at 8%. Support for the ruling United Russia party rose by 1% to 46%, while support for the Liberal Democratic Party of Russia remained at 10%. The A Just Russia-For Truth party’s support remained at 3%, while support for the New People party held steady at 3%.