8 in 10 Israelis view United Nations unfavorably
This year, only 16% of Israelis have a favorable view of the UN – the lowest level in surveys going back to 2007.
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This year, only 16% of Israelis have a favorable view of the UN – the lowest level in surveys going back to 2007.
A median of 61% of adults across the surveyed countries have a favorable view of the UN, and 32% have an unfavorable view.
The amount each UN member must pay varies. In 2025, the U.S. was responsible for 22% of the UN’s regular budget and 26.2% of its peacekeeping budget.
A median of 58% across 35 countries have a favorable view of the organization, while 31% have a negative view.
The majority of Americans say preventing terrorism and reducing the flow of illegal drugs into the country are top foreign policy priorities.
Today, 52% of Americans view the organization favorably, down from 57% in 2023.
Despite the many depressing stories dominating the international news cycle, there is also a note of positivity among survey respondents in views of the UN, the benefits of international cooperation for solving problems and the importance of common values for bringing nations together.
Citizens offer mixed reviews of how their societies have responded to climate change, and many question the efficacy of international efforts to stave off a global environmental crisis.
Support for international cooperation can vary significantly depending on the amount of trust that people tend to place in others.
The United Nations is broadly credited with promoting peace and human rights as younger adults are more supportive of cooperation with other countries.
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