Nuclear Weapons

Pew Research Center’s political typology sorts Americans into cohesive, like-minded groups based on their values, beliefs, and views about politics and the political system. Use this tool to compare the groups on some key topics and their demographics.

A median of about seven-in-ten people in 14 countries expressed unfavorable views of Iran, while only about two-in-ten hold a favorable view.

International relations experts' assessment of the current crises facing the world are often at odds with those of the U.S. general public.

Republicans are more negative than Democrats toward China, though unfavorable ratings have climbed among both parties.

Most say cooperation with other countries is important in dealing with global threats, especially on the spread of infectious diseases.

Asked in spring 2019 which country or group poses the greatest threat to their country in the future, just 6% of Americans named Iran.

A median of 52% across 26 countries consider North Korea’s nuclear program to be a major threat to their country.

Eyes turn to Singapore this week as President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un prepare to meet for the first time. While previous communication between the two leaders was marked by hostility, the meeting came about following North Korea’s more recent promises to suspend missile tests and discuss denuclearization. Here are five […]

As Donald Trump prepares to announce his long-awaited decision on the Iran nuclear agreement, more Americans say they disapprove (40%) than approve (32%) of the agreement.

The U.S. has more foreign students enrolled in its colleges and universities than any other country in the world. Explore data about foreign students in the U.S. higher education system.