Rise in support for Palestine
"As of mid-to-late 2025, recent surveys indicate a continued shift in global attitudes towards the Israel-Palestine conflict, with public sympathy for Palestinians increasing in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East following the war in Gaza. The war has also led to growing pessimism about a peaceful resolution among Israelis. United StatesRecent U.S. surveys show a significant and growing partisan divide, with overall public support for Israel declining:Approval of Israel's military action: A July 2025 Gallup poll found that only 32% of Americans approved of Israel's military action in Gaza, a 10-point drop from September 2024. In the same survey, 60% disapproved.Partisan divide: The Gallup poll also revealed a stark partisan gap in attitudes, with 71% of Republicans approving of Israel's conduct, compared to just 8% of Democrats.Sympathy: A March 2025 Gallup poll found American sympathy for Israelis at its lowest level in 25 years (46%), while sympathy for Palestinians reached a new high (33%).Two-state solution: Support for a two-state solution among Americans remains consistent, at 55% in a March 2025 Gallup poll. However, a Pew Research Center poll in April 2025 found that fewer than half (46%) now believe peaceful coexistence is possible, a decline from 52% in late 2023.Excessive force: An August 2025 Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 59% of Americans believe Israel's military response in Gaza has been excessive, an increase from 53% in February 2024. IsraelAmong the Israeli public, recent surveys show increasing pessimism regarding the conflict's outcome:Potential for peace: A June 2025 Pew Research Center survey found that only 21% of Israelis believe a peaceful coexistence with an independent Palestinian state is possible. This figure is the lowest since 2013 and has been declining for over a decade.Obstacles to peace: Jewish Israelis largely view a lack of trust as the main obstacle to peace, while Arab Israelis are more likely to cite Israeli settlements and the division between Hamas and Fatah. United KingdomBritish attitudes have also shifted, with support for Palestinians and for recognizing Palestinian statehood gaining ground:Sympathy: In a July 2025 YouGov poll, 29% of Britons sympathized more with Palestinians, compared to 15% with Israelis. Sympathy with Palestinians is higher than before the conflict started in 2023.Palestinian statehood: A July 2025 YouGov survey found that 45% of the British public support the recognition of a Palestinian state, compared to only 14% who oppose it.Justification of Israeli actions: A slim majority of Britons (51%) in a July 2025 YouGov poll consider Israel's actions in Gaza unjustified, while 21% believe they are justified. Arab WorldSurveys conducted in the Middle East and North Africa reveal that the war has significantly impacted public opinion:Decline in normalization support: According to a June 2025 Arab Barometer and Foreign Affairs report, public backing for normalizing relations with Israel has plummeted across the region following the war.Growing support for Palestinians: Commitment to the Palestinian cause has deepened among citizens in countries across the Middle East and North Africa.Persistent support for two-state solution: Despite widespread condemnation of Israel's actions, majorities in many Arab countries continue to support a two-state solution.EuropeEuropean attitudes reflect a growing division over the conflict:EU policy division: In late August 2025, EU foreign ministers were reportedly divided on how to pressure Israel regarding the war in Gaza.Criticism of Israel: A Pew Research Center poll from June 2025 noted that majorities in most surveyed European countries hold an unfavorable view of Israel.Government stances: Individual European governments have been split, with some, such as Ireland, Norway, and Spain, moving to recognize a Palestinian state." (AI)
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