Dark Days: 80 Percent of Americans Fear World War III Is Imminent, Study Finds

Fears of a potential global conflict are shared widely across political affiliations.

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Protesters attend a rally at Tel Aviv, Israel, demanding a cease-fire deal and the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, September 3, 2024. AP/Ariel Schalit

In a climate of escalating global conflicts and political uncertainty, a staggering 80 percent of Americans are concerned about the possibility of a third world war, a new study finds.

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