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Americans Fear Recent Assassinations in Middle East Will Spark Wider War

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The US public is now equally split on whether Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza is justified or not.

A Hezbollah supporter waves the Palestinian flag during the funeral procession of top commander Fouad Shukur who was killed by an Israeli airstrike
Hussein Malla / AP
US Foreign Policy

Republicans and Democrats Support US Alliances, But for Different Reasons

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

While supporters of both parties see benefits in US security agreements, Republicans tend to be more concerned about the associated costs.

NATO leaders gather around a large table
Evan Vucci / AP
Public Opinion

Majority of Americans Oppose Sending US Forces to Defend Israel if Attacked by Iran

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Dina Smeltz

Whether attacked by its neighbors or Tehran, majorities of Americans oppose using US troops to come to Israel’s defense.

Protesters carry Iranian and Palestinian flags, while an image of the Israeli flag is painted on the ground
Vahid Salemi / AP
Public Opinion

Israel's War in Gaza: Partisan, Racial, and Generational Views on the US Role in the Conflict

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Majorities across all racial groups prefer that the United States remain impartial as fighting between Israel and Hamas continues.

Israeli soldiers walk in the southern Gaza Strip
Ohad Zwigenberg / AP
US Foreign Policy

Young Russians Feel More Threatened by Terrorism Than War in Ukraine

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Before the Crocus City Hall attack, a plurality of Russian young adults said Russia’s top foreign policy priority should be bolstering the country’s physical defenses.

People lay flowers and light candles next to the Crocus City Hall concert venue in Moscow
Alexander Zemlianichenko / AP
Public Opinion

Taiwan's Security Future: How Domestic Politics Impact Taipei’s Defense

RESEARCH
Report by Ethan Kessler

With a presidential election fast approaching, Taipei’s defense policy could go in multiple directions.

A voter holds a Taiwan flag as he waits for the start of a campaign rally
AP Photos
Defense and Security

Two-Thirds of Americans Think US-Taiwan Relations Bolster US Security

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

But a majority oppose sending US troops if China were to invade the island.

A Taiwan national flag flutters near the Taipei 101 building
AP Photos
Public Opinion

Prior to Attack on Israel, Majority of Americans Supported Talks with Hamas

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Poll finds a majority of Americans value the US security partnership with Israel but say the status quo between Israel and Palestinians is unacceptable.

A Palestinian protester argues with Israeli security forces to prevent shooting tear gas at Palestinian protesters during a demonstration against Israeli settlements in the village of Qaryout, near the West Bank city of Nablus, Friday, Sept. 15, 2023.
AP Photos
Public Opinion

Majorities Support US Bases in Key Allied Nations

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Craig Kafura

But partisan divisions over using US troops to defend allies in Europe and Asia are growing.

Members of the US Army attend a military parade ceremony in Lithuania
AP Photos
Public Opinion

Less is More: A New Strategy for US Security Assistance to Africa

RESEARCH
Report by Coauthors

The US strategy toward Africa today is neither effective nor sustainable. It’s time to flip the script.

US troops participate in a military exercise with African allies
USA AFRICOM
US Foreign Policy