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Support for Israel Declines Amid Iran Conflict, Survey Reveals

4/8/2026

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A Pew Research Center survey finds American support for Israel declined amid the war on Iran, with 60% viewing Israel unfavorably, up from 53% last year.
Confidence in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) has dropped, with 59% expressing little trust.
Among younger voters, 57% of young Republicans express unfavorable views of Israel.
A senior intelligence official's resignation cites Israeli pressure as a catalyst for the war.

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A Pew Research Center survey finds American support for Israel declined amid the war on Iran, with 60% viewing Israel unfavorably, up from 53% last year.
Confidence in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel) has dropped, with 59% expressing little trust.
Among younger voters, 57% of young Republicans express unfavorable views of Israel.
A senior intelligence official's resignation cites Israeli pressure as a catalyst for the war.