politics
March 4, 2026
US strikes on Iran not supported by majority of Americans
Only one in four Americans approves of the US strikes against Iran, a Reuters/Ipsos poll suggests
TL;DR
- Only 27% of Americans approve of the US military campaign against Iran, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- 56% of Americans believe President Trump is too willing to use military force.
- Concerns about US troop casualties and rising fuel prices could further decrease support for the campaign.
- Global oil prices jumped by up to 13% due to concerns over tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Republican senators largely support Trump's decision, while most Democrats criticize bypassing Congress.
- A vote on a war powers resolution is planned to curb Trump's ability to use force without congressional approval.
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