‘This is a needless war’: Americans share their thoughts on the US-Israel attacks on Iran

The Guardian - World NewsEN 4 min read 100% complete by Sara BraunMarch 5, 2026 at 03:04 PM

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The Guardian asked US citizens about their thoughts on the recent US-Israeli strike against Iran, which has resulted in hundreds of civilian and service member deaths. Many respondents expressed disapproval, with some acknowledging that the Iranian regime needed to be toppled. Iraj Roshan, a 66-year-old retired cardiologist, stated that "these wars are won by narrative" and fears that the US government lacks a strategy in the Middle East. Meg, a 41-year-old small business owner from Brooklyn, expressed concern about the impact on her community's Arab population, which is home to one of the largest in New York City. The strike occurred on February 28, targeting Iran, and has sparked widespread criticism and disapproval among US citizens.

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Turkey 30% Austria 30% Bay Ridge 40% Tehran 40% Stephen Miller 50% Kamala Harris 50% Meg ×360% Iraj Roshan ×270% Israel 70% Donald Trump ×370% Iran ×490% United States ×690%

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