A recent CBS News/YouGov poll indicates that 78% of Americans believe the United States should end its conflict in Iran immediately. Additionally, 79% of respondents think that the current peace agreement will not lead to the establishment of pro-Western leadership in Tehran. The survey was conducted from Wednesday to Friday of last week, shortly after President Donald Trump announced a peace deal with Iranian officials.
The poll also revealed that Trump's approval rating has seen minimal change, with an increase of only one percentage point since May. Concerns regarding his management of the economy and inflation remain prevalent. Vice President JD Vance, along with U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, traveled to Switzerland to negotiate a permanent ceasefire beyond the 60-day truce outlined in the recent memorandum of understanding.
Public awareness of the memorandum is limited, with two-thirds of respondents stating they have heard either “some” or “not much” about it. Among those familiar with the agreement, only 22% believe it is more beneficial for the U.S. than for Iran. When asked about the motivations behind the agreement, two-thirds of respondents indicated it was due to the administration's desire to end the conflict rather than achieving all U.S. objectives.
The poll also highlighted that nearly two-thirds of Americans feel the conflict has had a greater impact on the global economy than anticipated by the Trump administration. Many respondents expect oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to return to pre-conflict levels, with 42% predicting a decrease in gas prices in the coming weeks.
On Sunday, Trump threatened to renew military action against Iran if the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues its attacks on Israel. He also mentioned the possibility of imposing tolls on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz if negotiations in Switzerland do not succeed. Concerns have been raised among Republicans regarding the potential negative impact of the conflict on the party's favorability ahead of the midterm elections in November.