CBS News poll finds Americans want Iran war ended, but few say U.S. got better of agreement

The desire for the Iran war to end is strong among Americans, especially those who are feeling the impact of rising gas prices. Many are hopeful that the conclusion of the war will lead to a decrease in gas prices. However, there is a prevailing sentiment that the U.S. efforts in the conflict have not been successful in achieving strategic or economic objectives and have not been worth the costs incurred.

A significant number of Americans doubt that Iran’s nuclear program has been permanently halted and believe that Iran will continue to pose a threat to its neighbors. The majority also feel that the U.S. has not made Iran’s people safe and free, nor changed the leadership in a pro-U.S. direction. This lack of perceived success has led to skepticism among the public about the new agreement.

Within the president’s Republican base, there are divisions regarding the next steps in the conflict. Some Republicans believe that the conflict should continue until Iran makes further concessions, while others are more inclined to support ending the war. The party is also split on whether the U.S. has effectively dealt with Iran’s nuclear program and regional threats.

The timing of the agreement has raised questions among Americans, with many feeling that the administration did not fully anticipate the impact on the global economy. There is a perception that the administration’s main goal is to end the conflict rather than achieving its stated objectives.

The prospect of lower gas prices has helped stabilize the president’s approval ratings, particularly among non-college Whites who have been hit hard by price hikes. Despite concerns about gas prices, the public is also focused on Iran’s nuclear program and the lack of change in the country’s leadership.

Looking ahead, Americans are hopeful for an end to the war, with expectations of lower gas prices. However, there are concerns about Iran’s future actions and the overall impact of the conflict. The public remains divided on the effectiveness of the U.S. strategy in dealing with Iran and the consequences of the conflict.