MOSCOW, June 23 - A little over one third of Russians (35%) believe Russia's relations with Ukraine should be the same as with other countries - with closed borders, visas and customs, Interfax was told at Levada Center.

However, every other respondent (50%) is sure Russia and Ukraine should be independent but friendly states with open borders, without visas or customs.

In addition, 9% of respondents said that Russia and Ukraine should unite in one state.