A large majority of Spaniards oppose the US and Israeli military intervention in Iran, according to a new survey carried out by pollster 40dB for Cadena SER and El Pais.
The poll found that 68.2% of respondents reject the offensive, which began on February 28, while 23.2% say they support the operation.
Support for the intervention is only dominant among voters of the far-right Vox party, where 53% back the military action.
Public backs Spain’s stance
The survey also suggests significant support for the Spanish government’s response to the crisis.
Around 57% of Spaniards support the decision by Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s government not to provide military backing to the US and Israel.
Meanwhile, 53% agree with Spain’s refusal to allow the use of the Rota and Moron military bases for operations linked to the conflict.
The measure receiving the strongest approval is Spain’s decision to send a naval frigate to Cyprus, which 61.5% of respondents support as a demonstration of the country’s commitment to European defence.
Sanchez receives best ratings among leaders
The poll also asked respondents to evaluate how Spain’s main political leaders have handled the crisis.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez received the most positive assessment, although still falling short of a majority:
- 42.2% say he has handled the situation well or very well
- 37.6% say his performance has been bad or very bad
Opposition leader Alberto Nuñez Feijoo received a more negative assessment, with 45.3% rating his response as bad or very bad.
Most Spaniards following the crisis
The survey also shows that the conflict is drawing widespread public attention.
Around eight in ten Spaniards say they are closely following developments, with concern the dominant feeling among the population as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate.
