According to a BBC World Service Poll, since George W. Bush's 'War on Terror', 30% people believe Al-Qaeda stronger has become stronger. Only 22% say Al-Qaeda is weaker while 29% of the polled adults polled believe the war has had no effect on Al-Qaeda. 4% of the people polled had never heard of Al-Qaeda, and 15% are not sure if the War on Terror has made it stronger. 21 of the 23 countries surveyed held poor veiws on Al-Qaeda except Egypt and Pakistan. Around 60% of Egyptians said they had either a positive or mixed view, while in Pakistan, where much of the battle against al-Qaeda is being fought, just 19% said they had a negative view of Osama Bin Laden's organisation. Clearly indicating this war is not winning the hearts and minds of the most important citizens involved.
Some 24,000 adults across 23 countries were polled for the BBC World Service between 8 July and 12 September.
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