A recent national survey reveals growing public disapproval of the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, as well as declining support for President Donald Trump’s management of the war. Conducted from July 23 to 27, the poll indicates that a majority of Americans view the conflict, which began on February 28, as not worth pursuing.

Approximately two-thirds of U.S. adults expressed the belief that the war with Iran has not been worthwhile. This sentiment is shared broadly across political affiliations, including most Democrats and independents, and nearly 37% of Republicans. The survey comes after a period of reduced hostilities following a nearly two-week escalation earlier in the month. Since the start of the conflict, 18 U.S. service members have died, though the Trump administration has sought to adjust those figures.

Approval of Trump’s handling of the Iran war stands at 28%, down slightly from 34% in June. Within the Republican Party, support has also weakened somewhat: about 61% now approve of the president’s approach compared to 71% the previous month. Although the margin of error suggests this decline is marginal, it marks a notable shift among a group that has otherwise maintained relatively high approval of Trump’s overall presidency. Currently, Trump’s overall approval rating is at 33%, similar to levels seen during comparable points in past presidencies.

Some Republicans are openly critical of the prolonged conflict. Robert McClary, a 52-year-old from Sugar Grove, Ohio, voiced doubts about the war’s potential resolution and expressed distrust of the administration’s motives. McClary said he voted for Trump in 2016, drawn by promises to avoid new Middle East engagements, but now questions the rationale behind U.S. involvement and the risks faced by American troops.

Public appetite for continuing military action remains limited. Only about 20% of adults support an ongoing military campaign in Iran, while around 30% favor pausing hostilities to negotiate a renewed ceasefire. Another 20% advocate for a complete halt to military operations, and roughly 25% are uncertain. Within the Republican base, about half favor continuing the campaign, particularly those who identify as “very conservative” or align with Trump’s Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. Conversely, non-MAGA Republicans are more inclined toward a ceasefire or ending the conflict.

Among independents and Democrats, opposition to continued military action is stronger, with a majority preferring to stop operations immediately. However, about 30% of Republicans support either a pause or complete cessation of military engagement. The margin of error for Democrats overall is plus or minus 5.4 percentage points.

Economic concerns remain front and center as the conflict impacts energy markets. Roughly 72% of respondents say preventing domestic oil and gas prices from rising is highly important, a slight increase from 67% in March. Oil prices surpassed $100 per barrel last week after a brief decline linked to easing hostilities in June. Gas prices, meanwhile, have climbed above $4 per gallon on average, contributing to inflationary pressures despite recent cooling. Consumers are increasingly sensitive to fuel costs, with about 40% describing the price of gasoline for their vehicles as a major source of stress—up from around 30% earlier this year.

The poll surveyed 1,165 adults using NORC’s AmeriSpeak Panel, which is designed to be representative of the U.S. population. The overall margin of error is ±3.7 percentage points.