01:23 / 19.06.2025

American public opposes intervention in Iran-Israel conflict

Against the backdrop of escalating military clashes between Iran and Israel in the Middle East, a broad public discussion is unfolding in the United States. According to the results of a new poll conducted by YouGov in cooperation with The Economist, the majority of Americans oppose Washington’s participation in this conflict. The poll was conducted among about 1,500 citizens between June 13 and 16, 2025.

Key figures

According to the YouGov survey, nearly 60 percent of respondents believe that the US government should not intervene in the military conflict between Iran and Israel. Sixteen percent of respondents said they would support Washington’s intervention, while the remaining 24 percent could not determine their position.

In addition, the majority of those surveyed — 56 percent — think that the US should participate in negotiations with Iran regarding its nuclear program. This view can be seen in party breakdowns: 58 percent among Democrats, 51 percent among independents, and 61 percent among Republicans support negotiations.

Additional results

During the research, approximately 50 percent of Americans described Iran as an “enemy” of the US. However, Israel was not seen as an absolute ally: 36 percent of respondents called Israel an ally, 10 percent said relations were not friendly, and only 6 percent called it an enemy. The rest did not provide a clear answer on the issue.

Earlier, Western media sources reported that US President Donald Trump was considering the possibility of US participation in strikes on Israel’s nuclear facilities. Trump also made harsh statements against Tehran on the Truth Social platform, emphasizing that he would not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons and demanding the government’s “unconditional surrender.”

Expert opinion

Experts say the poll results indicate a cautious and pragmatic attitude toward foreign policy within American society. Most of the public prefers diplomatic and negotiated solutions over direct involvement in international conflicts.

Conclusion:
The current situation is an important signal for the American political elite, and public sentiment may strongly influence Washington’s next steps. In the context of public debates, political positions, and international relations, such polls certainly have decisive significance.