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Majority of Israelis Support Ending Gaza War

10/3/2025

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Summary

Israelis Favor War End

66% of Israelis now favor ending Gaza war, including 48.5% on the right.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs former President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan as a gamble for stability.
Over 150 American medical professionals call for ending United States support for Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
Indonesia and Pakistan back Trump’s peace plan but face backlash over pro-Israel perceptions.

Summary

Voters Shift Support

Support for Israel has fallen, especially among younger voters.
The New York Times/Siena poll shows 34% of United States voters support Israel, down from 47% after Oct. 7, 2023.
About 60% say Israel should end Gaza operations, regardless of hostages.
Democrats remain more critical of Israel's actions than Republicans today.

History

Historical Context

Israel's unilateral disengagement from Gaza in 2005 aimed to reduce conflict but instead heightened tensions, culminating in a 2018 poll where 62% of American Jews supported Israel's right to defend itself. As of 2023, 66% of Israelis favor ending the Gaza war, indicating a significant shift in public sentiment that may influence future U.S. foreign policy and Israeli-Palestinian relations.

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Israelis Favor War End

66% of Israelis now favor ending Gaza war, including 48.5% on the right.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs former President Donald Trump’s Gaza plan as a gamble for stability.
Over 150 American medical professionals call for ending United States support for Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
Indonesia and Pakistan back Trump’s peace plan but face backlash over pro-Israel perceptions.

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