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Public opinion hardens against Iran war as economic concerns persist

New polling data from Ipsos in the UK, conducted 3-7 April 2026 (ahead of the temporary ceasefire), reveals the latest picture in British public opinion towards the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran and its consequences.

09.04.26

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Ipsos poll on British attitudes towards the conflict in Israel and Gaza

While 44% of Britons support the UK government recognising a Palestinian state, 41% say that it won’t make a difference to resolving the conflict.

15.09.25

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Britons still support Ukraine but uncertain how war will end, as new Ipsos poll reveals what they want to see from a potential peace deal

Most Britons (59%) continue to support UK assistance for Ukraine, and half (51%) believe that economic sanctions on Russia are necessary, even if it means higher energy and food prices.

15.09.25

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A year on from Southport and subsequent riots, 8 in 10 continue to say Britain is divided

81% of Britons say society is divided, rising to 91% of those aged 55-75 and 90% of Reform UK voters.

03.08.25

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Three quarters of Britons concerned about fuel price increases, as Israel / Iran conflict continues

Three quarters (75%) of Britons say they’re concerned about impact of Israel / Iran conflict on fuel prices.

25.06.25

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Poll boost for Starmer amidst growing support for Ukraine role, increase in defence spending

Starmer sees 7 ppt boost in number of Britons who think he is doing a good job as Prime Minister since February.

08.03.25

Politics Survey

Nearly 3 in 4 Britons say they do not trust President Trump to help deliver peace in Ukraine-Russia conflict

Almost three-quarters of the public (73%) say they do not trust President Trump very much or at all to help deliver peace in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

08.03.25

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British public opinion about the conflict in Ukraine, three years on

2 in 3 or more continue to be concerned about the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Ukrainian civilians, the UK economy and UK national security.

23.02.25