Most Americans back ceasefire in Iran: Poll

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by Ashleigh Fields
April 22, 2026
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A new poll indicates that 75 percent of Americans support the ceasefire in Iran.

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A new Marquette Law School Poll indicates that most Americans support the ceasefire in Iran. The poll, released on Wednesday, found 75 percent approval for the ceasefire in the Iran war, with 24 percent disapproving. This broad public backing comes as a permanent end to the conflict remains elusive. The findings suggest significant public sentiment regarding the ongoing situation in Iran.

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