A majority of Britons oppose Israel’s military campaign in Gaza, with many describing the actions as genocide, according to a new YouGov poll commissioned by Action for Humanity and the International Centre for Justice for Palestinians.
The survey found that 55% of the public oppose Israel’s actions in Gaza, with only 15% expressing support. Among those opposed, 82% believe Israel’s actions amount to genocide, translating to 45% of all U.K. adults holding this view.
Support for this perspective is particularly pronounced among Labour voters.
Of those who voted Labour in the 2024 general election, 68% oppose Israel’s actions, and of that group, 87% believe it constitutes genocide. This equates to 59% of Labour voters identifying the situation as genocidal.
The poll also highlights widespread public backing for the enforcement of international legal measures.
