Netanyahu’s approval plummets as Israelis say Iran won war

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21 Jun 2026 • 11:28 PM MYT
The Independent
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Netanyahu’s approval plummets as Israelis say Iran won war

  • A new poll indicates 92 per cent of the Israeli public believe Iran has emerged victorious in the recent conflict with the US and Israel.
  • The survey found 82.9 per cent of Israelis believe the military campaign has weakened the country's long-term security, with 86 per cent holding a negative view of the conflict's outcome.
  • Public sentiment towards Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is largely negative, as 72.5 per cent do not believe his claims of significant gains in the conflict.
  • A substantial 87.8 per cent of Israelis feel the country failed to achieve its military objectives or only partially succeeded.
  • The poll results underscore a challenging period for Mr Netanyahu, whose approval ratings have reached a record low, potentially impacting his prospects in future elections.

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