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January 4, 2026

1030 US adults surveyed

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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?

Conducted January 4, 2026

YouGov surveyed 1030 US adults

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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?

Conducted January 4, 2026

YouGov surveyed 1030 US adults

By:
46%
20%
24%
11%

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