Saddam Hussein
Saddam Hussein was the fifth President of Iraq, serving from 1979 until his overthrow in 2003 during the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq. He was known for his authoritarian regime, aggressive military campaigns, and use of brutal repression against dissent. Hussein's rule was marked by severe human rights abuses and significant conflicts, including the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War. His defiance of international sanctions and refusal to comply with United Nations resolutions ultimately led to his downfall. Following his capture, he was tried and executed for crimes against humanity.
Born on Apr 28, 1937 (87 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iraq | 3 | 2.33 | 0.51% | +10% | 40,222,493 | 226,896 | $170,000 | 959$ |
| Switzerland | 2 | 4.00 | 0.13% | +10% | 8,654,622 | 12,308 | $700,000 | 995$ |
| India | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 519,972 | $2,900,000 | 1,093$ |
| Iran | 1 | 1.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 34,143 | $610,000 | 248$ |
| Egypt | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 38,313 | $303,000 | 113$ |
| Serbia | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 8,737,371 | 3,285 | $55,000 | 21$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,171 | $2,700,000 | 723$ |
| Totals | 10 | 1,691,832,235 | 853,088 | $7,438,000 | 4,152$ |
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Iraq:
Fakhri Karim recalled the beginnings of the Erbil Book Fair during the time of Saddam Hussein.
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Switzerland:
Mishra discusses Saddam Hussein in the context of historical violence and compares him to the actions of Jews.
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Iraq:
He was the former president who had plans to establish Al-Zubair as a province in the early 1990s.
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United Kingdom:
Saddam Hussein is referenced in the context of a debate about US intervention.
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Serbia:
Aisha Gaddafi was a member of the legal team that defended Saddam Hussein, the former leader of Iraq.
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Iraq:
The article mentions Saddam Hussein as a leader who was brutal to his people.
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Switzerland:
Saddam Hussein was overthrown by the US in 2003, leading to changes in Libya's nuclear policy.
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Iran:
Saddam Hussein was the leader who ordered the execution of Fakhr al-Sadat's sons.
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Egypt:
Saddam Hussein challenged the Anglo-American invasion by walking through Baghdad on April 4, 2003.
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India:
During the Iran-Iraq War, the US supported Iraq's leader, Saddam Hussein.
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