Before Israel’s recent airstrikes and ground invasion in southern Lebanon as part of the widening regional war centered on Iran and its proxies, Lebanon was already in a condition of profound structural weakness. A recent survey of 1,200 randomly selected Lebanese citizens conducted by Arab Barometer in partnership with the Middle East Consultation Group of the Munich Security Conference provides…
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Palestine 2025: Views on Domestic Challenges and the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
This report presents key findings from the ninth Arab Barometer (AB9) survey in Palestine, conducted two years after the October 7, 2023 attack and amid the conclusion of the Gaza War—reveals fundamental shifts in Palestinian public opinion across domestic challenges, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and international relations.
Regional Public Views & Great Power Competition Amid Escalating Conflict
Regional Public Views & Great Power Competition Amid Escalating Conflict Key Findings from Arab BarometerWave IX • Erosion of Western legitimacy: MENA publics increasingly view the United States and key European allies as one-sided and selectively committed to international law, contributing to a broader loss of credibility. • Rising acceptance of alternative powers: China, Russia, and Iran are gaining ground…
Amid Persistent Challenges, Iraqis Express Cautious Optimism in Latest Survey
For Immediate Release **Please credit Arab Barometer** A new Arab Barometer survey reveals the evolving views of Iraqis on pressing national and regional issues. This Wave VIII survey provides insights into public concerns, including economic hardship, corruption, gender equality, and climate change, as well as reactions to the ongoing Gaza crisis and shifting geopolitical dynamics. The findings underscore cautious optimism…