Iraqi tribunal starts session in Saddam trial

Baghdad, Nov 5: The Iraqi High Tribunal started a session today at which Saddam Hussein is expected to hear the verdict and sentence against him for crimes against humanity in the killing of 148 Shi'ite villagers in the 1980s.

Prosecutors have sought death sentences for Saddam, his half-brother and former intelligence chief Barzan al-Tikriti, vice president Taha Yassin Ramadan and judge Awad al-Bander.

Three minor Baath party officials from Dujail also face sentencing while a fourth has been recommended for acquittal.

REUTERS

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