CNN's chief data analyst Harry Enten delivered a stark assessment on Tuesday, revealing that recent polling among traditional U.S. allies indicates how the "chickens are coming home to roost" for former President Donald Trump, amid a profound lack of international backing for his military actions in Iran.
Overwhelming Disapproval in Key Allied Nations
The reason for this limited global support is "really simple," Enten explained during an interview with "News Central" anchor John Berman. "The people in those countries hate, hate, hate the U.S. military action in Iran," he emphasized, citing net approval ratings that paint a grim picture: -27 in Canada, -73 in Japan, and -34 in the United Kingdom.
"My goodness gracious," Enten remarked at one point, underscoring the severity of the data. "Key U.S. allies, the people in those countries, absolutely despise the U.S. military action in Iran," he continued. "No wonder the leaders in those countries are, let's just say, a little apprehensive about helping out the U.S."
Broader Decline in America's Global Standing
Enten noted that this reaction is part of a wider trend of declining perceptions of the United States abroad. According to the polling data, the favorable view of the U.S. in 2025 under Trump, compared to 2024 under former President Joe Biden, has decreased among 79% of residents across 24 countries surveyed.
Analyst's Concluding Remarks
The analyst summarized the situation succinctly: "The bottom line is this: The folks overseas are far less likely to view the U.S. favorably, and those chickens are coming home to roost in this situation, as there's very little support abroad for the U.S. military action in Iran."
This comprehensive analysis highlights not only the immediate backlash against specific military policies but also a significant erosion of America's international reputation, which could have long-term implications for diplomatic relations and global cooperation.
