(CPOD) Aug. 2, 2003 - Americans do not view the Saudi government as a friendly entity, according to a poll by Opinion Dynamics released by Fox News. 67 per cent of respondents do not believe Saudi Arabia is an ally of the United States in the war against terrorism.

Foreign minister Saud al Faisal has repeatedly denied the government's involvement in the 9/11 attacks. Fifteen of the 19 hijackers who participated in the operation were Saudi citizens. 71 per cent of respondents want U.S. authorities to demand more action from Saudi Arabia.

Almost two years after 9/11, Americans believe their government will avoid a future attack. 62 per cent of respondents are confident that U.S. intelligence agencies will be able to prevent terrorist acts.

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Do you trust Saudi Arabia to be an ally of the United States in the war on terror or not?

On the issue of terrorism, do you think the United States should demand that Saudi Arabia take more action against terrorism or is Saudi Arabia already doing enough?

How confident are you that U.S. intelligence agencies have now improved their procedures and will be able to prevent attacks in the future?

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