Negative views of Israel, Netanyahu continue to rise among Americans – especially young people
Views of Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu have grown more negative among U.S. adults, with majorities under 50 in both parties rating them poorly.
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People in Many Countries Consider the U.S. an Important Ally; Others See It as a Top Threat
People in 12 of 24 nations surveyed tend to say the U.S. is their top ally. But it’s also widely seen as a top threat, as are Russia and China.
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Israeli Public Is Increasingly Skeptical About Lasting Peace
21% of Israelis think Israel and a Palestinian state can coexist peacefully, the lowest share since 2013.
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Fewer Israelis support Israel taking over Gaza now than in 2024
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