Fred Harteis News - An Iraqi appeals court today upheld a death sentence for Saddam Hussein in a decision that clears the way for his execution within 30 days, Iraqi officials said today.
The announcement came as at least 20 people were killed and dozens were injured in bomb and mortar attacks in the capital.
The court was reviewing a Nov. 5 verdict in which Mr. Hussein and two of his top associates, Barzan Ibrahim al-Tikriti and Awad al-Bandar, were sentenced to “death by hanging” for their involvement ... more »
