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Saddam Hussein (28 April 1937 – 30 December 2006) was an Iraqi politician and revolutionary who served as the fifth president of Iraq from 1979 to 2003. He also served as prime minister of Iraq from 1979 to 1991 and later from 1994 to 2003.
Saddam Hussein, the controversial Iraqi leader known for his iron-fisted rule and involvement in regional conflicts, left a lasting impact on Middle Eastern history with his reign marked by oppression and international tensions.
Apr 2, 2014 · Saddam Hussein was president of Iraq for more than two decades and is seen as a figurehead of the country's military conflicts with Iran and the United States.
May 2, 2024 · Saddam Hussein, also spelled Ṣaddām Ḥusayn, (born April 28, 1937, Al-ʿAwjah, Iraq—died Dec. 30, 2006, Baghdad), President of Iraq (1979–2003). He joined the Baʿth Party in 1957.
May 15, 2019 · Saddam Hussein (April 28, 1937–December 30, 2006) was the ruthless dictator of Iraq from 1979 until 2003. He was the adversary of the United States during the Persian Gulf War and found himself once again at odds with the U.S. in 2003 during the Iraq War.
Nov 25, 2016 · Saddam Hussein’s journey to the pinnacle of Iraqi power was marked by his strategic acumen and an unwavering resolve to secure his position. His involvement in the 1968 successful Ba’athist coup underscored his political savvy and ambition.
Dec 30, 2006 · The despot, known as Saddam, had oppressed Iraq for more than 30 years, unleashing devastating regional wars and reducing his once promising, oil-rich nation to a claustrophobic police state.
Jul 21, 2010 · During his 24 years in office, Saddam charged his secret police with protecting his power and terrorizing the public, without consideration of human rights for the nation’s citizens.
Mar 17, 2023 · BAGHDAD (AP) — It’s been 20 years since the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq began. Here are some key dates from the invasion and following developments. March 20, 2003: The invasion is launched, and Baghdad is attacked with missiles and bombs in an attempt to target Saddam Hussein and bring down the government.
Jul 22, 2019 · About a hundred unsuspecting Ba'athist party members sat listening to their newly installed president, Saddam Hussein, denouncing a conspiracy against him.
