Compared to five years ago, would you say there is a greater chance, a lesser chance, or about the same chance of a world war? | Daily Question

Compared to five years ago, would you say there is a greater chance, a lesser chance, or about the same chance of a world war? Published on January 4, 2026 → Survey conducted on January 4, 2026 on 1030 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

Greater

46%

Less

20%

About the same

24%

Don't know

11%

Greater

46%

Less

20%

About the same

24%

Don't know

11%

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