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Poll: 65% of Israelis Oppose US-Iran Ceasefire

4/18/2026

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Israelis Oppose Ceasefire

The Agam Institute poll shows 65% of Israelis oppose the US-Iran ceasefire.
Only 10% view the war as a success, and 63% say it has worsened.
Seventy percent see the truce as a concession to Iran.
Prime Minister Netanyahu's support falls to 34%, while the opposition bloc holds a 61-seat majority.
The survey reflects a pessimistic outlook on the conflict and the government's handling.

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Americans Shift Support

Polling shows 60% of Americans view Israel unfavorably, up 7 points in a year.
This shift threatens longstanding bipartisan support for United States military aid to Israel.
The liberal think tank J Street opposes United States funding for arms sales to Israel, signaling reassessment of United States–Israel relationship.
Democratic senators face pressure to disavow United States support for Israel while eyeing 2028, citing human rights concerns and policy effectiveness.

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Historical Context

The 1979 Iranian Revolution marked a significant shift in US-Iran relations, leading to the severance of diplomatic ties and increased US military aid to Israel, which reached about $3 billion annually. Today, rising American opposition to this support, with 60% viewing Israel unfavorably, reflects ongoing tensions rooted in the revolution, potentially reshaping US foreign policy in the Middle East.

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Israelis Oppose Ceasefire

The Agam Institute poll shows 65% of Israelis oppose the US-Iran ceasefire.
Only 10% view the war as a success, and 63% say it has worsened.
Seventy percent see the truce as a concession to Iran.
Prime Minister Netanyahu's support falls to 34%, while the opposition bloc holds a 61-seat majority.
The survey reflects a pessimistic outlook on the conflict and the government's handling.

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