A latest opinion poll in the United States found that most Americans oppose President Donald Trump’s decision to wage war against Iran. The report, published on August 6, 2026 and citing Al Jazeera, said the findings further clarify a continuing trend that has emerged in recent times.

Nearly 60 percent of voters identifying as Republicans also opposed Trump’s decision, according to the report. Poll participants were additionally asked which political party they considered more capable of dealing with war and terrorism. In the latest survey, 38 percent placed Democrats ahead on that issue, while 37 percent considered Republicans more capable.

Support for Republicans on the same question had been about 10 percentage points higher in 2024. Analysts said the shift in voter views on national security, war and counterterrorism signals a significant turn in the US political landscape. With midterm elections scheduled for November, the poll result is being viewed as an important political message for Trump and the Republican Party.