A new poll by the Maariv daily indicates that 62 percent of Israelis believe the current government has lost the confidence of the majority of the population. According to Times of Israel , the survey asked: “Without regard to how you voted in the last election, do you believe the government has the confidence of the nation now?” Only 27 percent responded yes, while 11 percent said they did not know. The poll also gauged public views on a potential hostage deal. Twenty-six percent of respondents said the government should sign an agreement immediately, even if it only secures the release of

A new poll by the Maariv daily indicates that 62 percent of Israelis believe the current government has lost the confidence of the majority of the population. According to Times of Israel, the survey asked: “Without regard to how you voted in the last election, do you believe the government has the confidence of the nation now?” Only 27 percent responded yes, while 11 percent said they did not know. The poll also gauged public views on a potential hostage deal. Twenty-six percent of respondents said the government should sign an agreement immediately, even if it only secures the release of some hostages, citing their deteriorating conditions in captivity. Another 46 percent supported a comprehensive deal that would include ending the war in Gaza. Meanwhile, 18 percent opposed any agreement, saying the military should continue its campaign against Hamas even if it endangered the hostages’ lives. Ten percent of respondents were undecided. The findings come as Israel faces mounting international condemnation for its planned full-scale offensive and takeover of Gaza City. The operation, which Israeli leaders say is necessary to dismantle Hamas’s remaining capabilities, has drawn criticism from some of Israel’s closest allies, as well as the United Nations, which warned of massive civilian casualties, further displacement, and worsening famine conditions if the assault proceeds. UN Secretary-General António Guterres reiterated calls for “an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the unconditional release of all hostages to avoid the massive death and destruction that a military operation against Gaza City would inevitably cause.” European leaders have also voiced alarm, while the United States has stopped short of endorsing the invasion but continues to press for the protection of civilians. The poll was conducted by Dr. Menachem Lazar and Panel4All between August 20 and 21, with 509 respondents. It carries a margin of error of 4.4 percent.  

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