Majority of Americans support recognizing Palestinian state

By Al Mayadeen English
Source: Reuters–Ipsos
22 Oct 2025 15:56
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A new Reuters–Ipsos poll shows 59% of Americans, including 80% of Democrats and 41% of Republicans, support US recognition of Palestinian statehood.

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Pro-Palestine protesters demand an end to the Israeli war on Gaza, in New York, the United States, September 26, 2025. (AP)

A majority of Americans, including an overwhelming share of Democrats and a significant portion of Republicans, believe the United States should recognize a Palestinian state, according to a Reuters–Ipsos poll released on Wednesday.

The six-day national survey, which closed on Monday, found that 59% of respondents favored official US recognition of Palestinian statehood, while 33% opposed and the remainder were unsure or declined to answer.

The results indicate a widening gap between public sentiment and the policies of US President Donald Trump and previous administrations, who have opposed such recognition despite mounting domestic and international momentum.

Growing divide among Republicans

The poll revealed notable partisan differences but also signs of shifting attitudes within Trump’s own base. While 53% of Republicans said they opposed recognizing a Palestinian state, 41% expressed support, suggesting increasing openness among conservatives toward Palestinian sovereignty.

Among Democrats, support was even more pronounced, 80% said the US should formally recognize Palestinian statehood.

The findings come as a growing number of US allies, including Britain, Canada, France, and Australia, have formally recognized the State of Palestine in recent weeks. "Israel’s" genocide in Gaza over the past two years has devastated large areas of the enclave, killing tens of thousands and drawing global outrage over the humanitarian toll, pushing several states to change their stance on recognition.

Majority see 'Israel’s' Gaza response as excessive

The poll also found that 60% of Americans believe “Israel’s military response” in Gaza has been excessive, compared with 32% who disagreed.

Despite growing criticism of Israeli actions, Trump's administration has largely maintained support for "Israel". Earlier this month, he brokered a ceasefire between "Israel" and the Palestinian Resistance, although Israeli authorities have repeatedly violated the deal, killing at least 80 Palestinians and limiting aid entry.

The survey indicated that the US public is willing to give Trump credit if his peace plan succeeds. 51% of respondents agreed that Trump “deserves significant credit” if his ceasefire effort holds, while 42% disagreed. Even among Democrats, who overwhelmingly disapprove of Trump’s presidency, one in four said he should be recognized for his role in achieving peace, should the truce endure.

Additionally, Trump’s approval rating on foreign policy rose modestly to 38%, up from 33% earlier this month and marking his highest level since July, according to Reuters–Ipsos.

The poll was conducted online among 4,385 adults nationwide and carries a margin of error of ±2 percentage points.