Rumors and news stories are swirling [1] that the former Iraqi dictator who the US captured and ousted in 2003 will be executed this weekend. Hot Air [2] and Malkin [3] are on top of the latest developments. Jules Crittenden [4] speculates on the time the execution will occur and has a link roundup of other opinions.
In the meantime, the NYTimes seems to be lamenting [5] the fact that Saddam’s rec’d the death penalty. Hmm. The Washington Post, OTOH, takes a strong stance [6] in favor of Saddam’s sentence. Good for them.
Latest development: Saddam wants the US to block his execution [7].
Update: Will it happen before 10 PM tonight? The AP reports [8] on the possiblity.
Update II: He’s been executed [9]. Via Drudge [10]:
CNN Broke at 10:06… NBC first broadcast net to report execution of Hussein at 10:14 pm, ET — CBS went up at 10:18 — ABC up at 10:25…
Iraqi-Americans cheered the news [11].
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Here are some reactions [12] from the blogosphere over the announcement.