How long do you think the conflict between the U.S. and Iran will last?

How long do you think the conflict between the U.S. and Iran will last? Published on March 5, 2026 → Survey conducted on March 5, 2026 on 5233 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

Less than a week

A few weeks

12%

A month or two

15%

Two to six months

12%

More than six months

26%

Not sure

33%

Less than a week

A few weeks

12%

A month or two

15%

Two to six months

12%

More than six months

26%

Not sure

33%

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