Overview
- Reuters/Ipsos found 27% approval for the U.S.–Israel operation, with 43% disapproval and 29% unsure, in polling conducted during the strikes.
- Fifty-six percent said President Trump is too willing to use military force, including roughly one in four Republicans, according to the poll.
- The survey closed before U.S. Central Command announced three American service members killed and additional serious injuries in the operation.
- Lawmakers are preparing War Powers votes this week to restrict further action, with measures led by Sen. Tim Kaine and Rep. Ro Khanna and support from some Republicans such as Rep. Thomas Massie.
- Senior aides warned of political risks tied to conflict duration, casualties, and fuel costs, as oil prices jumped and many voters said higher gas prices would reduce their support for the campaign.