Summary
A recent Gallup poll shows that more Americans now sympathize with Palestinians than Israelis, marking a shift in U.S. public opinion. This change comes amid continued conflicts in the Middle East and a decline in Israel's favorable rating among Americans.
Key Facts
- For the first time, more Americans sympathize with Palestinians (41%) than with Israelis (36%).
- This shift in public opinion follows ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
- Gallup notes this change is mainly driven by political independents.
- Despite the shift, a majority of Republicans still sympathize more with Israelis.
- Overall, 46% of Americans view Israel favorably, while 37% have a positive view of the Palestinian Territories.
- A U.S.-brokered ceasefire in the region is in its second phase but has not stopped hostilities.
- The Gallup survey included 1,001 U.S. adults and has a ±4% margin of error.
