Over half of Iranians view Netanyahu positively, 40% see Israel-US strikes as ‘humanitarian' - poll

A survey of over 31,000 Iranians suggests a divided public opinion regarding the US and Israeli military actions against the Islamic Republic. Conducted by the Netherlands-based GAMAAN foundation, the poll found that approximately 40% of respondents considered these actions a "humanitarian intervention."

However, a significant portion, 42%, viewed the strikes as "military aggression against Iran." The concept of foreign military intervention for social change proved highly divisive, with only 38% supporting such action. The war's progression positively influenced the opinions of 8% of respondents, shifting them from opposition to support.

Despite the differing views on intervention, 60% of Iranians admitted to feeling satisfied that the Islamic Republic had been weakened during the conflict. Furthermore, 52% stated they were not saddened by the February assassination of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, with 24% expressing sadness and another 24% having no opinion.

Public sentiment towards the ruling system remains low, with only 13% of Iranians wanting to live under the Islamic Republic. Preferences for future governance varied widely, including various forms of monarchy and republic. The survey also highlighted divisions on the regime's policies, with a majority opposing the missile program's security benefits, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the pursuit of nuclear weapons.

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