World leaders respond to Saddam´s death

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The response from leaders of Muslim countries is also divided.

Hamid Karzai, Afghan President, said, "The execution of the ex-president of Iraq is the work of the Iraqi government. We wish happiness and success for the Iraqi people."

Shukat Aziz, Pakistan Prime Minister, said, "Yes this is a very sad event and a depressing day. It is always the desire of the Pakistani Government to keep peace in Iraq and give the Iraqi people the right to decide their future destiny. Pakistan has always supported Iraqi sovereignty, integrity and unity. We hope to God that peace will prevail in Iraq."

In Pakistan the execution sparked street protests in the eastern Punjab Province, 650 kilometers southwest of the capital Islamabad. Angry demonstrations also occurred in neighboring India. Protesters in Indian controlled Kashmir as well as in New Delhi condemned Saddam's execution.

Editor:Du Xiaodan