Last week, Israel assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran during the inauguration of Iran's new president.

Hours earlier, Israel struck southern Beirut, killing Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr, the group's second-highest leader.

The 2024 Chicago Council Survey, conducted from June 21 to July 1, 2024, found that 55 percent of Americans opposed sending US troops to defend Israel in the event of retaliation from Iran or Hezbollah, while 41 percent supported it.

Support was higher among Republicans, with 55 percent in favor, compared to 35 percent of Democrats and independents.

Iran has asserted its right to respond to Israel’s actions, describing Haniyeh’s assassination as a serious breach of its sovereignty.

Hezbollah has warned that any attack on Beirut would trigger a strong response, declaring the city a red line.

The potential for retaliation from Iran and Hezbollah has heightened tensions in a region already strained by Israel's ongoing war on Gaza.

Israel's bombardment and ground invasion have killed nearly 40,000 Palestinians, the majority of whom are women and children, according to Gaza's health ministry.

The high civilian toll has led many Americans to reconsider their stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with growing calls for a ceasefire. However, Israel has repeatedly blocked ceasefire efforts and recently assassinated Haniyeh, the head of Hamas political bureau and a key figure in ceasefire negotiations.

There are also mounting concerns that the assault on Gaza could escalate into a regional conflict, with far-right Israeli ministers openly calling for direct attacks on Iran and Lebanon.