Saddam to run again
Saddam Hussein, whose seven year presidential term expires in October, was today nominated for another term by the country's top decision-making body.
A referendum on Saddam's second term will be held on October 15.
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SUBSCRIBESaddam Hussein, whose seven year presidential term expires in October, was today nominated for another term by the country's top decision-making body.
A referendum on Saddam's second term will be held on October 15.
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