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A majority of Israelis are in favour of ending the ongoing conflict and securing the release of hostages, according to a new survey by the Israel Democracy Institute (IDI).
The poll, conducted between September 14–18, 2025, found that 66% of Israelis believe the current hostage deal represents the right moment to conclude the war, marking a 13% increase compared to September 2024.
Breaking down the numbers, 60% of Jewish Israelis supported ending the war now, while 32% opposed it. Among Israeli Arabs, support for ending the conflict was significantly higher at 93%.
The IDI also assessed public opinion on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s accountability for the October 7 massacre. Findings indicate that 45% of Israelis think he should resign immediately, while 19% believe he should step down only after the war.
Despite these calls for resignation, Netanyahu is still rated as the second-best performing official during the conflict, with an average score of 2.78 out of 5. Only IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir scored higher, receiving 3.26.
The survey highlighted other areas of concern for Israelis. The potential establishment of a Palestinian state and the risk of a multiple-front war were among the most cited threats to Israel’s security.
Support for Palestinian statehood among Jewish Israelis remains low, with only 18% endorsing the idea. Among Israeli Arabs, support has dropped sharply to 58%, compared to 89% in 2024.
Concerns about a multiple-front war were mentioned by 23% of respondents as the greatest external existential threat, nearly matched by fears of international isolation, boycotts, and waning US support, each cited by 20% of participants.
The IDI survey was conducted by the Viterbi Family Center for Public Opinion and Policy Research using both internet and telephone methods to ensure inclusivity. It included 800 Hebrew-speaking participants and 200 Arabic-speaking respondents aged 18 and older.
These results underscore the complex and divided views within Israeli society as it navigates ongoing conflict, questions of leadership accountability, and long-term regional security concerns.
This article was created using automation technology and was thoroughly edited and fact-checked by one of our editorial staff members