Guardian Essential poll: only a quarter of Australians approve of US-Israel war on Iran
A recent Guardian Essential poll indicates that only 25% of Australians approve of a potential US-Israel war on Iran. The poll also revealed limited support, with only a third of Australians backing the federal government's decision to deploy a military plane and troops to the region.

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AI-generatedA recent Guardian Essential poll indicates that only 25% of Australians approve of a potential US-Israel war on Iran. The poll also revealed limited support, with only a third of Australians backing the federal government's decision to deploy a military plane and troops to the region. Instead, the survey suggests that Australians are more interested in strengthening diplomatic ties with "middle powers" like Canada and Japan. Approximately one-third of respondents expressed a desire for Australia to distance itself from the United States. The poll highlights public sentiment regarding Australia's foreign policy and its relationships with key global players.
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4 extractedAbout a third of Australians want to distance from the US.
Australians are keener for the government to forge closer ties with so-called “middle powers” such as Canada and Japan.
Just a third of Australians backed the federal government’s actions in sending a military plane and troops to the region.
Only one in four Australians approve of the US-Israel war on Iran.