🇺🇸 U.S. Public Support for Israel’s Gaza War Hits Record Low

📉 Support Falls Sharply in New Gallup Poll

A new Gallup poll, conducted between July 7 and 21, 2025, reveals a dramatic drop in American support for Israel’s military actions in Gaza. Only 32% of U.S. adults approved Israel’s conduct—down from 42% in September 2024—while 60% disapproved—a record high since Gallup began tracking public opinion on this issue in late 2023 .

🧭 Stark Partisan & Demographic Divides

  1. Republicans remain supportive: about 71% approve of the war effort, compared to just 8% of Democrats and 25% of independents .
  2. Among younger voters (under 35), only about 9% approve, and just 6% hold a favorable view of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu .
  3. Overall, 52% of Americans now view Netanyahu unfavorably—the lowest rating recorded since 1997 .

⚠️ Broader Context and Implications

Public opinion is now significantly diverging from U.S. policy. Despite growing public disapproval, U.S. Congress continues to overwhelmingly support Israel, defeating efforts to limit military aid by a wide margin .

Analysts highlight a shift in values and generational perspectives. Many young Americans—particularly Democrats and independents—now see Gaza’s suffering as reflective of Israel’s character, not just its wartime decisions, signaling a deeper ideological change .

🌐 Evolving Party Sentiments

Support remains strong among older Republicans and evangelicals. But younger conservatives and MAGA-aligned voices such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have started using strong language—including the term “genocide”—to criticize Israel’s actions, signaling internal rifts within the party over its traditional alignment .

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Key Takeaways

IndicatorPoll Result & Trend
Overall U.S. approval32% now approve of Israel’s Gaza actions (down from 42%)
Disapproval rate60% disapprove, a new Gallup high
Support by party71% Republicans, 8% Democrats, 25% Independents approve
Approval under 35Only 9% approve
Netanyahu favorability52% unfavorable, 29% favorable
Young Americans’ view on NetanyahuJust 6% have favorable opinions



🔮 What It Means

These numbers underscore a widening gap between public sentiment and U.S. foreign policy on the Israel-Gaza conflict. The erosion in support among Democrats and independents complicates bipartisan consensus, particularly for continued military aid. The divide reflects long-term shifts in how Americans perceive Israel’s moral standing and U.S. values abroad.

For policymakers and Israel’s leadership, the findings pose mounting challenges. Navigating this increasingly polarized public mood may affect future aid policies, diplomatic stances, and strategic alignments—especially as the war grinds into its second year and the Gaza crisis deepens .





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