Proceedings against Saddam to begin next month

cctv.com 07-18-2005 09:21

A senior Iraqi judge has said Saddam Hussein and three others will stand trial for a 1982 massacre of Shiite villagers north of Baghdad. The proceedings could begin as early as next month.

Iraqi officials have announced the imminent start of Hussein's trial before, only to have the proceedings delayed. Sunday's announcement roughly corresponds to an indictment in the US judicial system, although Saddam and the others will be considered "charged" when they appear in court. The former Iraqi president is also expected to face charges for his alleged role in crushing a Shiite revolt in the south, after the 1991 Gulf War.

Editor:Wang Ping  Source:CCTV.com