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Poll: Two-Thirds of Israelis Oppose Iran Ceasefire

4/14/2026

Center

Netanyahu's Approval Plummets

A poll from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem shows nearly two-thirds oppose the current ceasefire with Iran.
The survey shows a split on actions against Iran, with 39% favoring attacks and 41% supporting the ceasefire.
Public sentiment reflects war-weariness, with many Israelis expressing despair.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approval has fallen to 34% amid the conflict.
Negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are set to occur, though no breakthroughs are anticipated.

Right

Europeans Distrust U.S.

36% of respondents in six European countries view the United States as a greater threat than China.
The shift follows actions by U.S. President Donald Trump since January 2025, including questioning North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) commitments and launching a war with Iran.
Europeans seek greater military independence as trust in the United States diminishes.
The poll signals a change in European security politics amid ongoing tensions.

Left

Trump's Election Concerns

A States United Democracy Center poll shows concern about election interference by U.S. President Donald Trump in 2026 midterms.
Nearly half worry about ballot seizures, with 81% of Democrats fearing the President could use the military for this.
The poll surveyed 1,570 adults and found 29% are 'very concerned'.
Many Americans oppose the President’s ability to cancel elections.
Legal challenges mount against U.S. President Donald Trump’s mail-in voting order.

History

Historical Context

The 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq marked a pivotal shift in American foreign policy, driven by the post-9/11 "war on terror." This intervention led to significant regional instability and a decline in global perceptions of U.S. military actions, with a 2025 Pew survey revealing only 35% of respondents held a positive view of the U.S., reflecting a broader distrust in international relations today.

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Netanyahu's Approval Plummets

A poll from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem shows nearly two-thirds oppose the current ceasefire with Iran.
The survey shows a split on actions against Iran, with 39% favoring attacks and 41% supporting the ceasefire.
Public sentiment reflects war-weariness, with many Israelis expressing despair.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approval has fallen to 34% amid the conflict.
Negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are set to occur, though no breakthroughs are anticipated.

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