More than half the people in America believe that President Joe Biden didn’t act forcefully enough against Russia and would support a no-fly zone being imposed over Ukraine, a poll depicted on Sunday. 

While 69% of Americans believe that Russia will attack other European countries after Ukraine, 31% are of the opinion that the Vladimir Putin-led government will stop with Ukraine, as per the CBS News/YouGov poll. 

Meanwhile, 72% of Americans want a military response if Russia attacks a NATO member, while 27% are opposed to the idea, the poll unearthed. 

Of the 2,088 adults surveyed between March 8 and 11, 52% of Americans feel that Biden didn’t act strongly enough against Russia. Of the remaining, 36% feel his actions are just right while 12% believe Biden has been too tough on the invading country. 

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When asked about the no-fly zone being imposed over Ukraine, 59% are in favour of it, while 41% oppose it. However, with the added caveat of the no-fly zone involving engagement with Russian troops and being recognized as an act of war, by Russia, 62% have expressed support against the no-fly zone while 58% remain supportive of implementing it. 

Among the people who feel Biden didn’t act strongly enough, 65% are in favour of tougher economic sanctions, while others believe that the US should send more supplies and weapons to Ukraine. A small section also wants direct military action against Russia. 

A majority of Americans also supported paying more for gas and oil, as prices surge due to a ban on Russian imports, put in place by President Biden. A whopping 77% have expressed support for the sanctions against Russian oil and gas while 23% have opposed it. 

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Notably, Biden has imposed a slew of sanctions since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine and Kremlin has acknowledged the impact on Russian economy.