Saddam Hussein
Saddam Hussein was the 5th President of Iraq and held office between the years 1979 and 2003. He is also known for the many books he authored, before his death in 2006. Saddam Hussein was a strong opinionated leader who held his own even amidst international pressures. The articles presented below, give a better portrayal of his life and career.
Saddam Hussein - The king dethroned
13th December was the day that opened a new chapter not only in the Iraq's but also the world's political history. On 13th December 2003 a force of 600 American soldiers captured Saddam Hussein in a raid on an isolated farm near Tikrit...
Internet Footage of Saddam's Execution Criticized
Harsh criticism was heard around the world Tuesday regarding the grainy cell phone video of Saddam Hussein's execution that is making the rounds on the Internet.
Human Rights Group Says Saddam’s Trial Was Flawed and Unfair
Human Rights Watch issued a report Monday saying that the trial of former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein was so flawed that the verdict is unfair and the death penalty sentence is "indefensible."
Saddam Asks to Die By Firing Squad if He Is Sentenced to Death
Former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein said Wednesday that if he is sentenced to die, he would like to be killed by a firing squad.
13th December was the day that opened a new chapter not only in the Iraq's but also the world's political history. On 13th December 2003 a force of 600 American soldiers captured Saddam Hussein in a raid on an isolated farm near Tikrit...
Internet Footage of Saddam's Execution Criticized
Harsh criticism was heard around the world Tuesday regarding the grainy cell phone video of Saddam Hussein's execution that is making the rounds on the Internet.
Human Rights Group Says Saddam’s Trial Was Flawed and Unfair
Human Rights Watch issued a report Monday saying that the trial of former Iraqi president Saddam Hussein was so flawed that the verdict is unfair and the death penalty sentence is "indefensible."
Saddam Asks to Die By Firing Squad if He Is Sentenced to Death
Former Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein said Wednesday that if he is sentenced to die, he would like to be killed by a firing squad.