A recent survey reveals that the majority of U.S. adults believe the ongoing conflict with Iran is going poorly for America.
The poll, conducted March 17–20 among 3,335 respondents, found that 57% stated the war is going “very or somewhat badly,” compared to 43% who said it is going well.
Tensions escalated Sunday as U.S. and Iranian forces threatened to target critical infrastructure, putting lives and livelihoods at risk throughout the region. Iran warned it would immediately close the Strait of Hormuz—a vital shipping lane for global oil exports—if the United States proceeded with President Donald Trump’s threat to attack its power plants.
However, on Monday, President Trump postponed strikes for five days, citing “productive” negotiations with Iran.
The conflict, launched by the U.S. and Israel on February 28, has killed over 2,000 people.
Additional findings from the survey indicate that:
– 63% of Americans believe military action would weaken the economy in the short term.
– Only 44% expect a short-term economic impact.
– 68% say the Trump administration has not clearly explained its goals for the military campaign, compared to 32% who state it has.
– 42% anticipate the conflict will make the U.S. less safe in the long term, while 36% believe it would become safer.
– Overall, 60% disapprove of U.S. taking military action against Iran, versus 40% who approve.
The survey also found that 67% of Americans should not be willing to pay more for gas during this conflict, compared with 33%.
