Surveys Reveal American Opposition to Trump on Iran War, Israeli Support for Netanyahu
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US-Israel War on Iran: Israelis Rally for Netanyahu, Americans Oppose Trump
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Firstpost•10-03-2026, 12:47
US-Israel War on Iran: Israelis Rally for Netanyahu, Americans Oppose Trump
•Surveys reveal a stark contrast: Israelis overwhelmingly back the war on Iran and Netanyahu's handling, while most Americans oppose the war and Trump's approach.
•In Israel, 82% support the war and 74% trust Netanyahu's leadership; in the US, 56% oppose the war and 55% reject Trump's handling.
•Trump faces criticism for unclear goals and being pushed into the war by Netanyahu; Independents (61%) oppose the war, potentially hurting his midterm prospects.
•Rising energy costs (crude oil over $100) and dismal employment figures due to the war could politically damage Trump.
•Netanyahu enjoys strong support from centrists (62%) and right-wingers (85%) in Israel regarding the conflict.