Saddam Hussein’s ambiguous legacy
Published: 16 July, 2009, 10:17
On the 16th of July, 30 ago, Saddam Hussein rose to power in Iraq. His rule lasted for more than two decades and ended with the U.S. invasion of the country in 2003.
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Published: 16 July, 2009, 10:17
On the 16th of July, 30 ago, Saddam Hussein rose to power in Iraq. His rule lasted for more than two decades and ended with the U.S. invasion of the country in 2003.