A majority of Americans believe that the United States’ military action against Iran was a mistake, according to a new survey released on Friday.
The poll, conducted by The Washington Post in collaboration with ABC News and Ipsos, found that 61 per cent of respondents disapprove of the decision to use force against Iran.
The findings also suggest limited confidence in the outcome of the conflict. Fewer than two in ten Americans consider the military campaign successful, while about 40 per cent say it has not achieved its objectives. Another 40 per cent believe it is still too early to judge the results.
According to The Washington Post, public opposition to the war is comparable to sentiment during some of the most controversial conflicts in US history, including the Iraq War at its peak violence in 2006 and the Vietnam War in the early 1970s.
Despite the overall negative perception, support for the war remains strong among Republican voters. The poll shows that 79 per cent of Republicans believe the decision to use military force was justified.
The survey also highlights widespread concern about the potential consequences of the conflict. Around 61 per cent of respondents fear that the war could increase the risk of terrorist attacks against US citizens. Meanwhile, 60 per cent believe it may push the US economy toward a recession, and 56 per cent think it could strain relationships with key allies.
Overall, the findings reflect growing unease among the American public regarding both the decision to engage in the conflict and its broader implications.
