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A Survey Reveals That 57% Of Americans Disapprove of President Trump’s Management of The Iran Situation

Saturday 18 April 2026
A Survey Reveals That 57% Of Americans Disapprove of President Trump’s Management of The Iran Situation

ALWAGHT- A recent survey by YouGov shows that more than half (57%) of US citizens disapprove of President Trump's handling of the Iran situation, with only 35% expressing approval—indicating a high level of polarization in American society on this issue.

The latest YouGov poll indicates deep partisan and identity-based fractures within the American public ahead of potential military action against Iran. Only 22% of respondents believe the situation in their country is "under control," with 63% stating conditions have "spun out of control."

Regarding support for military action against Iran, only 32% expressed approval; however, there is a significant partisan divide: Trump voters (72%), Republicans (69%), and Independents (22%) favor action, while Democrats (7%) oppose it.

On Donald Trump's handling of the Iran file, 57% disapprove, and 35% approve; the evaluation of his approach is intertwined with opinions about him as a president. In contrast, the two-week temporary ceasefire has received a positive reception, with 63% of citizens believing it was the correct decision (27% strongly approve, 37% somewhat approve). This suggests a broader desire within American society for de-escalation and a pause in conflict. These findings underscore that the US public is hesitant about war, distrustful of its own political establishment, and receptive to diplomatic pauses.

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Commemorating the 36th anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini (RA), the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Commemorating the 36th anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini (RA), the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran.