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Majority of Israelis see MoU as win for Iran, loss for Israel's security, Hebrew University finds

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  • A majority of Israelis perceive the recent US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as a victory for Iran and a detriment to Israel's security.
  • A survey by the Agam Institute and Hebrew University found over 90% believe Iran benefited from the deal, with 83% seeing it as a long-term security loss for Israel.
  • The survey also revealed significant Israeli public support for potential IDF military action in Lebanon, regardless of US relations.

A significant majority of Israelis view the recently finalized US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) unfavorably, considering it a win for Tehran and a loss for Israel's long-term security. A survey conducted by the Agam Institute in collaboration with the Hebrew University of Jerusalem reveals that over 90% of respondents believe Iran has emerged victorious from the agreement.

The overwhelming majority of the Israeli public views the agreement negatively, with over 90% believing Iran has emerged victorious.

— Agam Institute and Hebrew University surveyReporting the public's perception of the US-Iran MoU's outcome.

The survey, which polled 3,644 Israeli citizens aged 17 and older across various demographics, indicated that approximately 86% of the Israeli public holds a negative view of the MoU. Furthermore, about 83% perceive the agreement as a long-term security detriment to Israel. Nearly three-quarters of participants also believe that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's claims of the IDF having removed an "existential threat" are inaccurate.

Opposition to the deal was widespread, extending to right-wing and Haredi voters, although a majority in these groups still support Netanyahu's performance as prime minister. However, overall support for Netanyahu saw a decline of over 11 points between March and June, now standing at just over 29%. Gadi Eisenkot of Yashar gained support, with "other" being the largest alternative selection.

Over 90% of individuals surveyed believed that under the terms of the MoU, Iran has emerged victorious. Approximately 83% see the agreement as a long-term loss for Israel's security, with nearly 3/4 of participants believing that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's claims of the IDF having removed an "existential threat" as inaccurate.

— Agam Institute and Hebrew University surveyDetailing the specific findings regarding Iran's perceived victory and Israel's security concerns.

Notably, the survey also highlighted significant public sentiment regarding military action in Lebanon. Nearly half of the respondents approve of future IDF military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon, irrespective of its potential impact on relations with US President Donald Trump. Only about one-fifth of participants expressed opposition to the use of force. This comes as reports suggest Israel is contemplating withdrawing IDF soldiers from minor areas in southern Lebanon as a symbolic gesture for upcoming talks, and security officials are considering allowing the Lebanese Armed Forces to take control of a Hezbollah tunnel compound.

Notable support for IDF action in Lebanon. Notably, nearly half of the respondents approve of future military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon regardless of its effect on relations with US President Donald Trump, with just over 1/5 in opposition to the use of force.

— Agam Institute and Hebrew University surveyHighlighting public support for potential military action in Lebanon.
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