Poll finds 61 percent of Americans believe attacking Iran was a mistake

Author: Brian OsgoodPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: United States
Politics
Poll finds 61 percent of Americans believe attacking Iran was a mistake

A Washington Post-ABC-Ipsos poll found that 61 percent of Americans believe the military action against Iran was a mistake. The war, launched by the US and Israel in February, has resulted in thousands of deaths across the Middle East and increased energy prices. Additionally, 44 percent of respondents reported cutting back on driving due to rising gas prices, and 46 percent believe the decision to attack Iran contradicts Trump's campaign promises to avoid unnecessary foreign wars.

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