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Poll Reveals British Muslims Favor Iran, Russia, China

3/19/2026

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A JL Partners for Policy Exchange poll shows Muslims in Britain favor Iran, Russia, and China more than the public.
The survey found 39% of Muslims view Iran positively, versus 8% of the UK population.
Muslims favor Russia and China by 29% and 38%, respectively.
Muslims hold a net negative view of the United States and Israel.
Despite 84% identifying as Sunni, Muslims view Iran more favorably than Saudi Arabia.

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Story summary

A JL Partners for Policy Exchange poll shows Muslims in Britain favor Iran, Russia, and China more than the public.
The survey found 39% of Muslims view Iran positively, versus 8% of the UK population.
Muslims favor Russia and China by 29% and 38%, respectively.
Muslims hold a net negative view of the United States and Israel.
Despite 84% identifying as Sunni, Muslims view Iran more favorably than Saudi Arabia.