What Israelis think about a strike on Iran, intifada, and elections – poll

A Viterbi Center poll found that 37% of Israelis oppose participating in a strike on Iran without a direct attack, 72% expect a new intifada, 46% of Jews consider the authorities' response to settler violence too lenient, 56% support primaries, and 72% of Jews fear interference in elections.

The Viterbi Center for Public Opinion Research at the Israel Democracy Institute published a poll conducted from July 28 to August 2, 2026, among 750 respondents. The poll showed that Israeli opinions on a possible strike on Iran are divided: 37% favor non-intervention if Israel is not directly attacked, 20% support a joint operation with the US, 18% favor a strike only at Washington's request, and 16% support independent action. Among left-wing respondents, about 60% prefer non-intervention, while right-wing respondents are more likely to support active steps. Nearly three-quarters (72%) consider a new intifada in Judea and Samaria highly likely, up from 59% in November. Assessments of security forces' actions in clashes with settlers were divided: among Jews, 46% consider the response too lenient, while among right-wing respondents, 37% consider it overly harsh. A majority (56%) support open primaries, and 72% of Jewish respondents are concerned about the fairness of elections. The poll was conducted via telephone and internet interviews, with a margin of error of ±3.58%.