The Syrian Center for Research and Public Opinion “Mada” published this week an extensive survey conducted among 2,550 citizens across all Syrian provinces. The survey examined public attitudes toward the possibility of signing a peace agreement with Israel.
According to the findings, 39.88% support such a move, 46% oppose it, and 13.7% are indifferent or uninterested. Nonetheless, 60% of respondents believe that a peace agreement between the countries will eventually be signed — a figure suggesting a potential shift in public consciousness.
Peace as an Opportunity to Rebuild Syria
Despite the continued negative perception of Israel — which 76% of respondents still consider the country’s primary threat — many view peace as a real opportunity to improve their situation.
70% believe a peace agreement would attract international investment, 63.7% see it as a chance to boost the economy, 62.7% believe it could lead to tourism growth and regional openness, and 58% think it would help end wars and improve Syria’s security situation.
Who Supports Peace — and Who Opposes It?
The sectarian breakdown of the poll revealed clear differences in support: Kurds, Druze, Christians, and Alawites expressed relatively high support rates — above 40%. Sunni respondents showed lower support, around 35%.
There were also regional differences indicating the highest levels of support came from al-Quneitra Governorate, near the Israeli border, and from As-Suwayda, the Druze-dominated province. In contrast, in Sunni-majority areas like Daraa, support was significantly lower.
Israeli Diplomatic Mission? Most Syrians Still Opposed
When asked about the possibility of opening an Israeli diplomatic mission in Syria 59.25% opposed, 23.73% supported, and 17.2% were neutral.
In addition, 62% of respondents expressed concern that peace with Israel might actually lead to continued or expanded occupation of Syrian territories.
