Poll shows Americans widely support ban on Russian oil, establishing no-fly zone over Ukraine

A new poll shows that a significant bipartisan majority of Americans believe the U.S. should cease buying Russia oil and gas, and work with NATO to establish "no-fly zones" over Ukraine. 

The  Reuter–Ipsos polls was conducted at the end of last week, as the two issues related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine emerged to the forefront.

Roughly 80% of Democrats and Republicans said it is time the U.S. to stop buying Russian oil, which places increased pressure on President Biden to cut off the supply of Russian oil that streams into the U.S. every day. However, such a move will add to the already rising gasoline prices.

Roughly 62% of those polled said they were willing to pay more for gas if it meant cutting off Russia and helping Ukraine.

The poll also shows 74% of Americans agree that the U.S. should work with the North Atlantic Trade Organization to establish a no-fly zone in Ukraine, to prevent Russia rocket attacks.

It is unclear is respondents who support the no-fly zone were fully aware of the risks of escalation that may come with establishing one. Russia President Vladimir Putin this past weekend suggested a move would be considered a declaration of war. 

Similarly, 72% of respondents said the U.S. should provide Ukraine with weapons, which is something U.S. lawmakers have pledged to do.

The poll was conducted on March 3-4. 

Biden has asked Congress to approve an additional $10 billion in emergency military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

The possibility of additional sanctions on Russia polled at an 81% approval rate, up from the 77% figure recorded earlier last week. About 77% of those polled said the U.S. should seize the assets of Russian oligarchs who are associated with President Vladimir Putin.