Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Majority Oppose Trump’s Iran Strikes as Israel and Iran Clash Over Ceasefire

US polling reveals widespread disapproval of the air campaign against Iran with ceasefire doubts mounting

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House on May 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.

Overview

  • A CNN/SSRS survey shows 56% of Americans disapprove of the June airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites while 44% approve.
  • Support breaks sharply along party lines with 82% of Republicans backing the strikes and 88% of Democrats opposing them.
  • 58% of respondents say the strikes will make Iran more of a threat to US security and 55% express little or no trust in Trump’s judgment on using force.
  • 65% of Americans believe the president should obtain congressional approval before launching any further military action in Iran.
  • Following Iran’s limited missile attack on a US base in Qatar and Trump’s June 23 ceasefire announcement, both Israel and Iran have been accused of violating the fragile truce.