Most “Israelis” fear travelling abroad due to Gaza war: Hebrew media poll

A majority of “Israelis” fear they will be unable to travel abroad in the future and also feel their government's policies do not represent them, according to a new survey from Hebrew Channel 12.

The survey found that 56% of respondents are concerned about future international travel restrictions due to implications from the war on Gaza. 40% responded that they are “not afraid,” and 4% did not answer.

In a separate finding, 67% of Israelis said they feel the government's policies do not represent them, while just under 30% expressed identification with its actions.

On the primary issue of the war, 62% of the public believe the government should prioritize a comprehensive deal to secure the return of all captives held by Hamas in Gaza.

In contrast, 28% support intensifying the military operation to occupy all of Gaza.

The poll also showed that 49% of respondents oppose establishing settlements in the Gaza Strip, while 36% support the idea.

The survey included performance ratings for key government officials, with a majority of respondents rating their conduct as poor:

• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: 55% poor, 39% good
• Defense Minister Yisrael Katz: 53% poor, 34% good
• Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar: 57% poor, 25% good
• Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich: 67% poor, 24% good
• Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer: 47% poor, 24% good