On the trial of Iraqi President Saddam Hussein

Originally published October 10, 2005

Concerning the trial of the toppled Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, a source close from the special Iraqi court said that the first session of the trial due on October 19 will be dedicated to read the accusation sentence and requests set by lawyers.

The source did not rule out that after that, the trial will be adjourned.

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