Survey Reveals Complex Christian Perspectives on Israel-Hamas Conflict and Jewish-Catholic Relations

A recent survey of 2,033 American Christians has revealed that a majority support Israel over Palestinians in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, with significant variations among different Christian denominations. Evangelicals showed the highest support for Israel, while Catholics were the least likely to back Israel and pro-Israel policies. Despite Jews viewing Catholics more favorably than other Christian groups, the survey highlights complex and often strained Jewish-Catholic relations in the U.S. Researchers hope these findings will encourage both communities to address and improve their relationship. The survey also noted that religious beliefs had little influence on Christians' views of the conflict, with older generations and conservatives more likely to support Israel. The study underscores enduring attitudes and the need for continued dialogue between Jews and Christians in America.